ABSTRACT
This chapter shows that the future of cybercrime research is bright. It also shows that how traditional criminological theories may be applied to cybercrime offending and victimization. The chapter explores whether new cybercrime theories are necessary. Although the criminological theories provide important insights into why certain individuals are more likely to offend or be victimized, empirical studies have provided more support for certain theories overall. The chapter provides an overview of some key websites that can help individuals learn to hack ethically. It also provides a robust and informed debate on the ways in which hackers may be able to justify their involvement in serious attacks. The chapter also provides good insights from both the perspective of hackers and of infrastructure owners and governments that may be harmed. It demonstrates the inherent benefits of self-protection in online environments. Social learning theory would hold that in order for individuals to commit digital piracy, they must participate in a social learning process.
