18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(b) is the federal statute that makes it illegal to attempt and/or conspire to commit certain offenses under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CAA). The types of offenses covered by this statute include unauthorized access of a computer, using a computer to commit fraud, and trafficking in passwords. Under 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1030(b), it is a crime to attempt or conspire to commit any of the offenses listed in the CAA. Attempt is defined as an act done with intent to commit the offense that goes beyond mere preparation. Conspiracy is an agreement between two or more persons to commit an offense. Both attempt and conspiracy are punishable by fines and/or imprisonment.