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Act 2005 status not recorded

Computer Misuse Act, Cap. 124B

Effective: 18 Jul 2005

Plain-English summary

Criminalises illegal access, interference with data or computer systems, illegal interception, illegal devices, use of a computer to access data with intent to commit a property, fraud or dishonesty offence (s. 9), unauthorised disclosure of access codes and malicious communications (ss. 4-14), and gives police investigation powers such as search warrants, production orders and preservation orders (Part III). Act 2005-4, in operation from 18 July 2005.

Who it applies to

All industries

Topics

Cybersecurity & IT Risk Fraud Risk

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