Supreme Court Mandates Warrants for IP Addresses: Navigating the Complexities of Digital Privacy and Security
Supreme Court Mandates Warrants for IP Addresses: Navigating the Complexities of Digital Privacy and Security. The Supreme Court of Canada's ruling, requiring police to obtain a warrant or court order before accessing an individual's or organization's IP address, highlights the privacy associated with IP addresses under the Charter. This decision acknowledges the potential[ ► ]
Canada’s Notorious Hacker to Compensate Victims: A Tale of Cybercrime and Restitution
Canada's Notorious Hacker to Compensate Victims: A Tale of Cybercrime and Restitution. Matthew Philbert of Ottawa, recognized as Canada's most infamous hacker, has conceded to a series of cybercrimes, including fraud, unauthorized computer use, handling and distributing computer passwords, and computer data tampering. This acknowledgment comes as a rare instance where those defrauded[ ► ]