No. Sharing passwords in Delaware violates state and federal laws, including the Delaware Computer Crime Act and the federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, unless explicitly authorized. Unauthorized access risks civil liability and criminal penalties under 11 Del. C. § 933.
Key Regulations for Sharing Passwords in Delaware
- Delaware Computer Crime Act (11 Del. C. § 933): Prohibits knowingly accessing a computer system without authorization, which includes sharing passwords that enable unauthorized access.
- Federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Criminalizes exceeding authorized access to protected computers, with penalties including fines and imprisonment; Delaware courts defer to federal enforcement.
- Corporate Compliance (2026 Updates): The Delaware Division of Corporations mandates cybersecurity policies under 6 Del. C. § 2-120, requiring businesses to restrict password sharing to prevent data breaches.
Violations may trigger enforcement by the Delaware Department of Justice or the Federal Trade Commission, particularly under the 2023 amendments to the Delaware Online Privacy and Protection Act. Employers and individuals face liability for negligent password dissemination, including third-party data breaches.