Asked by Sandra Ramos on Sep 23, 2024

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Which of the following forms of hacking has the fewest implications for greater society?

A) planting a worm
B) knocking out a phone network
C) hacking a famous person's cellphone and posting stored photos
D) stealing money through identity theft

Identity Theft

The fraudulent acquisition and use of someone's private identifying information, usually for financial gain.

Planting a Worm

The act of deliberately introducing a self-replicating malware into a computer or network to cause harm or corruption.

Phone Network

A communication system that connects telephone users, enabling voice and data transmission over distances.

  • Recognize the dangers and ethical considerations of different types of hacking and cyberactivism.
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imani chatman5 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Hacking a famous person's cellphone and posting stored photos, while a violation of privacy and potentially damaging to the individual, has fewer implications for society at large compared to the other options, which can affect large numbers of people, infrastructure, or financial systems.