BRIEF CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE CRIMINALIZATION OF ILLEGAL ACCESS TO A COMPUTER SYSTEM
BRIEF CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE CRIMINALIZATION OF ILLEGAL ACCESS TO A COMPUTER SYSTEM

Summary/Abstract: Illegal access to a computer system is not exactly a novelty for modern society if we take into account the evolution of technology, which has gained considerable momentum in recent years. Thus, against the background of the existence of an increased interest on the part of individuals to be aware of the most modern applications, respectively, in order to own as many smart objects as possible, the state bodies are more and more frequently notified of crimes involving the violation of the right to privacy through their use. The criminal legislation in force includes a series of explicit provisions that ensure increased protection for natural and legal persons against unauthorized access to their computer systems. Thus, in Article 360 of the Penal Code we find the criminal offense of illegal access to an IT system, which is included in the chapter on crimes against the security and integrity of computer systems and data. Considering the provisions governing this matter, the offense provided for in Article 360 of the Penal Code, appears as "unauthorized access", meaning in principle, accessing a computer without the owner's consent and retrieving, storing, using the data found in it. The methods used by those who commit such crimes put the incriminating provisions to a serious test, the authorities are faced with the most diverse cases to which there must be a firm and quick response to ensure the prevention of such acts in the future.

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