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Objective:
This assignment aims to explore the legal and ethical challenges associated with Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) through the analysis of a case study. Students will critically examine a real-world scenario where OSINT practices have led to legal or ethical dilemmas, evaluating the actions taken and proposing solutions or alternative approaches.
Guidelines:
Assignment Tasks:
Select a real-world case study that highlights legal and/or ethical dilemmas in the use of OSINT. This could involve issues of privacy, consent, legality, or moral conflict.
Conduct a thorough analysis of the case, focusing on the ethical and legal challenges presented.
Report Format:
Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman, size 12) with 1-inch margins.
Structure your report into the following sections: Introduction, Case Overview, Ethical Analysis, Legal Analysis, Recommendations, Conclusion.
Content Requirements:
Introduction: Provide background on OSINT and its relevance in the context of cybersecurity.
Case Overview: Describe the selected case, outlining the key facts and issues.
Ethical Analysis: Analyze the ethical dilemmas present in the case. Discuss the actions of involved parties and their ethical implications.
Legal Analysis: Examine any legal issues or challenges raised by the case. Discuss how the actions align or conflict with existing laws and regulations.
Recommendations: Propose solutions or alternative approaches that could have mitigated the ethical and legal issues.
Conclusion: Summarize your findings and reflect on the broader implications for the field of cybersecurity.
Research and Sources:
Support your analysis with credible sources, including academic journals, legal documents, and ethical frameworks.
Ensure all sources are properly cited according to APA guidelines. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
Evaluation Criteria:
Depth of Analysis: Insightfulness and thoroughness in examining the ethical and legal aspects of the case.
Quality of Recommendations: Practicality and creativity of the proposed solutions.
Research and References: Use of appropriate and credible sources to support your analysis.
Writing Quality: Clarity, coherence, organization, grammar, and adherence to formatting guidelines.
