CMA AI quiz

What is the main purpose of the Computer Misuse Act?

• To increase the sale of computers

• To promote the use of antivirus software

• To discourage people from using computers for illegal purposes

• To encourage ethical hacking

What is considered illegal under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Using a computer for online shopping

• Creating a personal backup of data

• Accessing data stored on a computer without permission

• Installing software updates

What is the maximum punishment for breaking the Computer Misuse Act?

• One year of probation

• A warning

• A £5000 fine or several years' imprisonment

• Community service

What must be proved for a successful prosecution under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Intent

• Negligence

• Lack of antivirus

• Accidental access

What is referred to as 'hacking' under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Installing legal software

• Gaining unauthorised access to a computer

• Gaining authorised access to a computer

• Using a computer for educational purposes

Which of the following is illegal under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Making changes to data stored on a computer without permission

• Using a computer in a public library

• Browsing the internet

• Accessing your own data

What does malware do according to the Computer Misuse Act?

• Protects data from theft

• Improves computer performance

• Causes harm or damage to a computer

• Enhances internet speed

What is not a part of the Computer Misuse Act?

• It is illegal to access data stored on a computer unless you have permission

• It is legal to install a virus if consent is given

• It is illegal to make changes to any data stored on a computer without permission

• It is illegal to access data on a computer to commit further illegal activity

What could accidentally happen without intending to break the Computer Misuse Act?

• Purposefully committing fraud

• Intentionally installing malware

• Accidentally accessing its data

• Deliberately hacking into a system