Introduction to Cyber Forensics Exam Questions with Correct Answers

What are the characteristics of computers - ANSWER-= Speed = Accuracy = Reliability = Storage capacity Define cyber crime in simpler terms. - ANSWER-Any crime where a computer is a tool or a target or both is a cyber crime Give examples of computer crimes. - ANSWER-= Computer hacking = Data / Source code theft = Payment gateway attacks Give examples of traditional crimes. - ANSWER-= Embezzlement = Family dispute = Harrasment = Blackmail Give examples of violent crimes - ANSWER-= Murder = Kidnapping = Rape = Stalking = Burglary What is Forensics? - ANSWER-Application of physical sciences to law in the search for truth in civil, criminal and social behavioral matters to the end that injustice shall not be done to any member of society What is Computer Forensics? - ANSWER-Computer Forensics is the science of capturing, processing and investigating data from computers using a method whereby any evidence discovered is admissible in the court of law. What is digital forensics by NIST? - ANSWER-The identification, collection, examination, and analysis of data while preserving the integrity of the information and maintaining a strict chain of custody for the data. What is digital forensics by McKemmish? - ANSWER-The process of identifying, preserving, analyzing and presenting digital evidence in a manner that is legally acceptable. What Elements of Security applies to information? - ANSWER-= Confidentiality = Integrity