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Hacking

Hacking in cyber security refers to the misuse of devices like computers, smartphones, tablets, and networks to cause damage to or corrupt systems, gather information on users, steal data and documents, or disrupt data-related activity.

TYpe of Hackers

White Hat

Black Hat

Grey Hat

A gray hat hacker sits somewhere in between black and white hat hackers. They are defined by the fact that they don't have malicious intent but also break into networks without permission.

A black hat hacker is a cybercriminal who attempts to break into secure networks illegally. They often do so in the hope of stealing information that can be sold or installing ransomware for extortion.

White hat hackers engage in ethical hacking because they use their skills to help improve cybersecurity. White hats are often referred to as security researchers and act as independent contractors to help an organization tighten its cybersecurity

Unethical Hacking

Ethical Hacking

Steal valuable information of company and individual for illegal activity
Illegal practice and considered a crime
Such hackers try to access restricted networks through illegal practices and reduce the security of data.

Hack system to reduce vulnerabilities of company’s system
Legal practice, authorized by the company or individual
Such hackers create firewalls and security protocols.

Hacking and Cybersecurity

In the cybersecurity world, white hat hackers strengthen defenses by uncovering vulnerabilities, grey hats draw attention to security flaws through unauthorized means, and black hats compromise security for malicious purposes. Ethical hacking plays a pivotal role in safeguarding digital environments and highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures.

Resources

https://sedonaengl.wordpress.com/2017/03/12/hackers-the-good-the-bad-and-the-in-between/
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2326634
https://heinonline.org/HOL/LandingPage?handle=hein.journals/unilllr2020&div=25&id=&page=