AccessData Investigator Cybercrime Investigation Techniques

Question 1

What is the primary objective of cybercrime investigation?

Accepted Answer

To identify, analyze, and prosecute cybercriminals

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To delete suspicious files

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To modify digital footprints

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To encrypt all stored data

Question 2

Which law is commonly referenced in cybercrime investigations in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)

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The Digital Millennium Copyright Act

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The Fair Credit Reporting Act

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Question 3

What is the purpose of an IP address in cyber investigations?

Accepted Answer

To trace the source of online activity

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To store user passwords

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To hide digital footprints

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To increase network speed

Question 4

Which forensic tool is commonly used in cybercrime investigations?

Accepted Answer

EnCase

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Microsoft Excel

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Notepad

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Disk Cleanup

Question 5

What is a phishing attack in cybercrime?

Accepted Answer

A technique to trick users into revealing sensitive information

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A method to physically steal devices

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A way to encrypt important files

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A process to reset forgotten passwords

Question 6

Why is chain of custody important in cybercrime investigations?

Accepted Answer

To ensure digital evidence is admissible in court

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To allow unrestricted modifications to evidence

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To speed up forensic analysis

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To delete evidence after investigation