Question 1.
(a) What are the seven computer crimes in 15 USC § 1030? Identify the elements of each and explain the significant defined terms.
(b) Which of those seven computer crimes most directly address the cybersecurity triad? (Match the applicable provisions of the CFAA to each of the three interests)
(c) What is the presumptive penalty for a violation of §1030(a)(2)(C)? What circumstances would increase the presumptive penalty?
Question 2.
What computer-related crimes did Fred Felony commit when he decided to use a computer (this is the “computer crime” hypothetical, at p. 4 of our Computer Crime Law casebook). Briefly outline the elements of each offense and be sure to distinguish which of these offenses is created pursuant to
(a) all of the applicable new laws contained in the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act that cover his offense,
(b) at least one of the more traditional existing laws that are discussed in our casebook.
