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1) Cybercrime and the Legal Landscape Around the World

Cybercrime: Refers to crimes committed using the internet, computers, or digital devices. Examples

include hacking,

identity theft, phishing, ransomware attacks, and online fraud.

Global Legal Landscape:

- Budapest Convention: The first international treaty to address cybercrime, focusing on harmonizing

laws, improving

investigation methods, and fostering cooperation among nations.

- US: Enforces laws like the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) and the Cybersecurity

Information Sharing Act (CISA).

- EU: Implements the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to secure personal data and the

EU Cybersecurity Act for

risk management.

- India: Governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000, which addresses cybercrimes and

digital transactions.

2) Challenges to Indian Law and Cybercrime Scenario in India

Challenges:

- Jurisdiction Issues: Cybercrimes often cross national borders, making jurisdiction enforcement

difficult.

- Lack of Awareness: Many users and businesses lack awareness of cyber risks and legal remedies.

- Rapid Technological Advancements: Indian laws struggle to keep pace with emerging technologies

and new types of


cybercrimes.

- Low Reporting: Many victims avoid reporting due to fear of reputation damage or lack of faith in the

system.

- Shortage of Expertise: India faces a shortage of trained cyber forensic experts and resources.

Current Scenario:

- Growth in cases related to financial fraud, data breaches, and online harassment.

- Laws like IT Act, 2000 amended in 2008, and CERT-In guidelines aim to tackle these issues.

3) Digital Signatures and the Indian IT Act

Digital Signature:

- A cryptographic technique used to verify the authenticity and integrity of a message or document.

- Ensures that the message has not been altered and confirms the sender's identity.

- Based on public-key infrastructure (PKI) using encryption.

Indian IT Act, 2000:

- Recognizes digital signatures as legally valid for electronic transactions and contracts.

- Section 3 of the Act specifies the use of asymmetric cryptosystems and hash functions for secure

digital signatures.

- Certifying authorities (CAs) are regulated by the Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA).

4) Different Cybercrimes and Their Punishments

- Hacking: Unauthorized access to computer systems or networks. Punishment: Up to 3 years

imprisonment or a fine up to

Rs. 5 lakh under Section 66 of the IT Act.


- Identity Theft: Stealing someones personal information for fraudulent purposes. Punishment: Up to

3 years imprisonment

and a fine up to Rs. 1 lakh under Section 66C.

- Phishing: Deceptive emails or messages to steal sensitive information. Punishment: Covered

under IPC Section 420

(cheating) and IT Act Section 66D.

- Cyberstalking: Harassing or intimidating individuals online. Punishment: Up to 3 years

imprisonment for the first

offense (IPC Section 354D).

- Ransomware: Encrypting a victims files and demanding payment for decryption. Punishment:

Covered under IT Act, Section

66, and IPC.

5) Cyberlaw

Definition: Cyberlaw refers to legal regulations that govern the internet, computers, and digital

transactions.

Importance:

- Protects intellectual property online (e.g., copyrights, trademarks).

- Prevents cybercrimes such as hacking, phishing, and online fraud.

- Facilitates secure digital transactions.

Indian Context:

- Governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000.

- Covers e-governance, cybercrimes, and digital signatures.

- Amended to address modern cyber issues like data protection and online harassment.

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