Cyber terrorism

A premeditated, politically motivated attack against information/systems causing violence or extreme harm.

Hacking

Unauthorised access to software, hardware or networks to cause damage or exploit for gain.

Propaganda

Communication aimed at influencing attitudes; can be libellous.

Computer fraud

Using IT to commit fraud or misrepresent a person/thing as true when it is fake.

Industrial sabotage

Conscious action or inaction aimed at mutilating or destroying a work environment.

Information theft

Obtaining personal/financial information to assume that person's identity for transactions.

Spam

Electronic junk mail — unsolicited e-mail or newsgroup postings.

Computer & Cybercrimes