In this discussion post, you will analyze actions taken by Edward Snowden; namely, where he was a trusted system administrator who had privileged access to systems and protected data. Snowden is an example of “insider threat”-- he has stated he is a whistleblower and was concerned for citizen’s privacy. For information, please read the article “Edward Snowden - Hero or Traitor?” After reading the article provided above, respond to the following prompt in your post: Do you believe Snowden’s actions were justified? Why or why not?

In this discussion post, you will analyze actions taken by Edward Snowden; namely, where he was a trusted system administrator who had privileged access to systems and protected data. Snowden is an example of “insider threat”-- he has stated he is a whistleblower and was concerned for citizen’s privacy. For information, please read the article “Edward Snowden - Hero or Traitor?” After reading the article provided above, respond to the following prompt in your post: Do you believe Snowden’s actions were justified? Why or why not?

Principles of Information Security (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781337102063

Author:Michael E. Whitman, Herbert J. Mattord

Publisher:Michael E. Whitman, Herbert J. Mattord

Chapter3: Legal, Ethical, And Professional Issues In Information Security

Section: Chapter Questions

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