Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0500

The typical computer fraudsters are usually persons with which of the following characteristics?

A.
They have had previous contact with law enforcement
B. They conspire with others
C. They hold a position of trust
D. They deviate from the accepted norms of society

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

These people, as employees, are trusted to perform their duties honestly and not take advantage of the trust placed in them.
The following answers are incorrect:
They have had previous contact with law enforcement. Is incorrect because most often it is a person that holds a position of trust and this answer implies they have a criminal background. This type of individual is typically not in a position of trust within an organization.
They conspire with others. Is incorrect because they typically work alone, often as a form of retribution over a percieved injustice done to them.
They deviate from the accepted norms of society. Is incorrect because while the nature of fraudsters deviate from the norm, the fraudsters often hold a position of trust within the organization.