GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) — Question 16

Which of the following Acts enacted in United States allows the FBI to issue National Security Letters (NSLs) to Internet service providers (ISPs) ordering them to disclose records about their customers?

Answer options

• A. Wiretap Act
• B. Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
• C. Economic Espionage Act of 1996
• D. Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986, as it specifically allows the FBI to issue NSLs for customer data. The Wiretap Act (A) deals with the interception of communications, while the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (B) targets computer-related offenses, and the Economic Espionage Act of 1996 (C) pertains to theft of trade secrets, none of which authorize NSLs.