Assignment 4 - Ethical Theory: Analysis of Mobile Threats, CSU

This essay analyzes the ethical concerns raised by "5 active mobile threats spoofing enterprise apps" by Ryan Francis. The paper explores the ethical implications of cybercriminals using impersonating apps and malware like Shuanet, AndroRAT, UnsafeControl, PJApps, and Ooqqxx to steal user data. It evaluates the ethical dimensions of these threats through the lenses of utilitarianism, deontology, contract theory, and virtue ethics, concluding that these actions are unethical because they violate the principles of these theories. The essay recommends banning such applications and training employees to protect their privacy.