Cyber Conspiracy Modernization Act

This bill, known as the "Cyber Conspiracy Modernization Act," aims to broaden the scope of federal law addressing computer fraud. It specifically amends section 1030 of title 18, United States Code , to include conspiracy within the offenses and penalties related to computer fraud and abuse. The legislation explicitly inserts language to cover "a conspiracy" wherever "an attempt" is mentioned in the existing statute. This change ensures that individuals who conspire to commit computer fraud or conspire to cause damage through computer systems are subject to the same legal consequences as those who attempt such crimes. By doing so, the bill seeks to enhance legal accountability for preparatory acts in cybercriminal activities.