How do we classify cyber crimes?
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How do we classify cyber crimes?
Based on the subject of the crime, cybercrimes are classified into three broad groups: Cyber-stalking. Spreading obscene material. Unauthorized access or control over the computer system.
What is the full form of ITA 2000 *?
The Information Technology Act, 2000 (also known as ITA-2000, or the IT Act) is an Act of the Indian Parliament (No 21 of 2000) notified on 17 October 2000. It is the primary law in India dealing with cybercrime and electronic commerce.
Is data interception method used by hackers?
Explanation: Sniffing which is also known as wiretapping is data interception method used by hackers. It is a technique used for monitoring & capturing all data packets passing through any target network. Sniffers are programs or devices that capture vital information from the target network or particular network.
What does sniff mean?
transitive verb. 1a : to get the odor or scent of (something) with the nose : smell sniffed the freshly baked cookies dogs sniffing the ground. b : to inhale (something) through the nose : snort sniffing cocaine. 2 : to utter contemptuously.
How many types of sniffing are there?
two
What is difference between sniffing and spoofing?
The Difference Between Sniffing and Spoofing In sniffing, the attacker listens into a networks’ data traffic and captures data packets using packet sniffers. In spoofing, the attacker steals the credentials of a user and uses them in a system as a legitimate user.
What is spoofing with example?
Spoofing is the act of disguising a communication from an unknown source as being from a known, trusted source. Spoofing can apply to emails, phone calls, and websites, or can be more technical, such as a computer spoofing an IP address, Address Resolution Protocol (ARP), or Domain Name System (DNS) server.
Is IP spoofing legal?
IP spoofing isn’t illegal if you don’t do anything illegal with it. However, IP spoofing is considered illegal if someone pretends to be someone else by using their IP and commits cyber crimes such as identity theft.
