Cyber-Terrorism and Cyber-Crime: There Is a Difference
Abstract
The terms cyber-terrorism and cyber-crime have many varying definitions depending on who is defining them. For example, individuals with expertise in law enforcement will have a different perspective than persons with expertise in information security. While many definitions exist, there is no universally single accepted definition for either. Defining these two terms allows for distinction, which is important as each has different legal considerations and, when investigating a cyber-attack, procedural considerations. By examining the strengths and weaknesses of several definitions offered by national security, law enforcement, industry, law, and scholars, this research constructs a list of parameters to consider when formulating definitions for cyber-terrorism and cyber-crime.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2017
- Accession Number
- AD1054569
Entities
People
- Craig Gong
Organizations
- Air Command and Staff College