Understanding Cybercrime and Hacktivism

What is cybercrime?

• Any crime committed by a person who owns a computer.

• Any illegal activity done using a computer or the internet.

• Crimes that only involve stealing money online.

• Crimes that only affect large businesses.

What is hacktivism?

• Hacking into a computer system for fun.

• Hacking to steal personal information.

• Hacking to share a social or political message.

• Hacking to cause damage to a computer network.

What is one common reason why people commit cybercrime?

• To make new friends online.

• To learn new computer skills.

• To gain money.

• To help others with their computer problems.

What is the best advice if you receive an email with a link or attachment you are unsure about?

• Click the link to see where it goes.

• Open the attachment to check its content.

• Forward the email to a friend to ask if they know it.

• Do not open the link or attachment.