In the realm of cybersecurity, reality starkly contrasts with the glamorous portrayals seen in movies and TV shows. The quiet, skillful hacker penetrating government databases with a few keystrokes might make for compelling drama, but the consequences of such actions are far-reaching and detrimental in the real world. Reality is not so forgiving. Understanding the gravity of these situations is imperative for attorneys, especially given the prominence of hacking in our digital age. Hacking continues to become even more widespread, especially with the involvement of international actors. There is no shortage of news coverage highlighting breaches of small law firms, major corporations, trusted banks, and even government agencies globally. At the heart of this understanding lies the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), a pivotal piece of legislation that has become the bedrock of anti-hacking laws in the United States. This webinar serves as a vital resource for legal professionals, unraveling the complexities of the CFAA. Hacking is here to stay, and unlike movies, real-world hacking can have damaging consequences to the reputations of companies, the personal information of citizens, and the safety of the country’s secrets.

In this webinar, our expert panelists will begin by introducing the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and tracking its evolution over the years. They will provide definitions for many of the terms necessary for understanding the details of how the CFAA is applied. The panelists will then go on to outline the seven categories of prohibited conduct and the behaviors each of them entails. Finally, the experts will discuss the damages and penalties of violating the CFAA and review a recent case involving the CFAA.

This course is brought to you by the Global Cyber Institute and Thomson Reuters and is nationally accredited.