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CT HB07304
Bill
Status
Passed
7/10/2017
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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AI Summary
- Creates a new crime of "computer extortion by use of ransomware" effective October 1, 2017
- Offense occurs when a person introduces ransomware into a computer, system, or network and demands payment or consideration to remove it or restore access to data
- Computer extortion by use of ransomware is classified as a class E felony
- Defines "ransomware" as any unauthorized computer contaminant or lock that restricts access to computers, systems, networks, or data, excluding legitimate authentication for upgrades or subscription content access
- Defines "computer contaminant" as computer instructions designed to modify, damage, destroy, record, or transmit data without owner authorization or intent
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Computer Extortion By Use Of Ransomware.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
7/10/2017
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/22/2017
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