CISSP – Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP) — Question 44
Which of the following laws is the first to implement penalties for the creator of viruses, worms, and other types of malicious code that causes harm to the computer systems?
Answer options
- A. Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act
- B. Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
- C. Computer Security Act
- D. Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act is the correct answer as it was specifically enacted to address computer-related crimes, including the creation and distribution of harmful software. The other options do not primarily focus on cybersecurity offenses or the penalization of malware creators.