The Legal Framework of Cybercrimes in Ecuador
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https://doi.org/10.59282/reincisol.V3(5)1447-1469Keywords:
cybercrime, COIP, privacy protection, data integrity, cybersecurity.Abstract
The regulation of cybercrimes in Ecuador has evolved significantly since the promulgation of the Law on Electronic Commerce, Electronic Signatures and Data Messages in 2002. Subsequently, in 2014, specific provisions were included in the Comprehensive Organic Criminal Code (COIP) that defines and sanctions various computer crimes, such as unauthorized access to computer systems and data interception. Effective implementation of these provisions requires adequate training of law enforcement and the judicial system. In 2021, the Personal Data Protection Law was enacted, establishing a comprehensive legal framework for the protection of personal data.
New legislation, such as the creation of a National Cybersecurity Agency, has been proposed to coordinate efforts at the national level, and international cooperation has also been vital. Ecuador has participated in international agreements and forums on cybersecurity. Future challenges include the need for a specific law that covers all aspects of cybercrime and the adaptation of international regulations such as the European Union's GDPR to improve the protection of citizens' privacy.
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