Posing as EBank, Frank E-Mails Grace, Asking Her to Update

question 28

Multiple Choice

Posing as eBank, Frank e-mails Grace, asking her to update her credit-card information through a link in the e-mail. She clicks on the link and types in the data, which Frank promptly sells to Hector. This is

• A)hacking.
• B)no crime.
• C)phishing.
• D)cyberterrorism.

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Definitions:

Accounting Commission

An accounting commission typically refers to a regulatory body or group tasked with overseeing accounting practices and standards.

Hybrid Rule Making

A type of rule making that combines features of formal and informal rule making; consists of publication in the Federal Register, a written-comment period, and an informal public hearing with restricted cross-examination.

Commissioners

Officials charged with the administration of certain laws and regulations, often within a specific governmental agency or commission.

Informal Agency Rule Making

A process used by administrative agencies to create rules and regulations through procedures that are less formal than the traditional rulemaking process, often involving less public input.