Which of the following statements does the UK Parliament state in the Computer Misuse Act 1990?
Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose two.

A.
Unauthorized access to the computer material is punishable by 6 months imprisonment or a fine
“not exceeding level 5 on the standard scale”.

B.
Personal data shall be adequate, relevant, and not excessive in relation to the purpose or
purposes for which they are processed.

C.
Appropriate technical and organizational measures shall be taken against unauthorized or
unlawful processing of personal data and against accidental loss or destruction of, or damage

D.
Unauthorized modification of computer material is subject to the same sentences as section 2
offences.

Explanation:

The Computer Misuse Act 1990 is an act of the UK Parliament which states the following statement:
Unauthorized access to the computer material is punishable by 6 months imprisonment or a fine
“not exceeding level 5 on the standard
scale” (currently 5000).

Unauthorized access with the intent to commit or facilitate commission of further offences is
punishable by 6 months/maximum fine on
summary conviction or 5 years/fine on indictment.
Unauthorized modification of computer material is subject to the same sentences as section 2
offences.
Answer B and C are incorrect. These two statements are stated in the Data Protection Act 1998.