FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A COMPUTER VIRUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Is it illegal to make a computer virus?
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Backdoors, computer viruses, and trojan horses are all examples of software that is considered malicious and that can be installed using these or other methods. Causing malware to be installed on someone else’s computer is a criminal offense for which you could face state or federal charges.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by 1 year in prison and / or a fine of up to $1, 000. Even if the person never gained access to the machine, the malware did, and the person may be held liable.

Detailed explanation-3: -Creating and distributing trojan horse computer software is illegal, as is managing a botnet and using computers for malicious purposes. Defendants who are involved with a trojan horse scam can be charged with very serious computer crimes, including violations of the federal Computer Fraud and Abuse act.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Skulls trojan horse was the first virus known to exclusively target mobiles, infecting Nokias in 2004 and replacing applications with icons of skull and crossbones.

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