Hack s Unauthorized Computer Entries Are Morally Wrong

As the world becomes ever more involved within the digital realm, it is important to asses acts that may be morally questionable. Such acts like that of a hacker, Hack, and her unauthorized intrusion into a hospital database done purely for personal pleasure. It is my goal to prove that doing so is morally wrong. The proponent of this act, Mickey Soft, lists it as morally permissible for the following reasons: Hack’s unauthorized computer entry is not morally wrong If (1) is true, then not all unauthorized computer entries are morally wrong Therefore, not all unauthorized computer entries are morally wrong Line (1) proposes that since Hack’s intrusion into the patient database is done purely for her own amusement, that of gauging her skills, and not for ill purposes, it is not morally wrong. Furthermore, the intrusion caused no harm to anyone as Hack did not read, alter, or save any part of the database. She left the security settings of the database and its contents as is. No one was aware of her intrusion nor will anyone find out. Given the arguments presented for line (1), line (2) logically follows such that not all unauthorized computer entries are morally wrong. In assessing the argument, it can be said that it is a valid argument since the conclusions logically follow from the arguments given they are true. There are many possible objections to Mickey’s argument. I will point out three. In this particular case, the proponent raises the point (in line 1)Show MoreRelatedThe Rise Of Hacktivism : A Form Of Protest1815 Words   |  8 PagesThe Rise of Hacktivism: a Form of Protest In this day and age living in the era of the computer, it has become more mainstream and common to hear of cyber attacks, and crime being committed on the internet. Activism however, has become a prominent way to protest or argue a political view. Using related technologies and the internet have become a vital way for some to share their views. With the rise of the internet, â€Å"hacktivism† has become a prominent way for protest groups to express while also