COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
TYPES OF COMPUTER SECURITY
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Hacktivist
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Script Kiddie
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Scammer
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Phisher
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Detailed explanation-1: -Script kiddie is a derogative term that computer hackers coined to refer to immature, but often just as dangerous, exploiters of internet security weaknesses. Not all novice hackers are script kiddies. Some inexperienced attackers do try to learn about and understand the tools they use.
Detailed explanation-2: -A low-skilled cybercriminal who uses scripts or programs developed by others for attacks without understanding how they work. Script kiddies use ready-made exploit kits or separate programs because they are unable to write malicious tools on their own.
Detailed explanation-3: -Script kiddies, motivated by peer competition and oftentimes oblivious to the implications of their hacking, are capable of wreaking havoc using readily available resources such as password cracking tools, packet sniffers, denial of service (DOS) tools, port scanners, and integrated attack tools.
Detailed explanation-4: -Definition: A grey hat hacker is an individual who discovers ways to hack into computer networks and systems but does not have the malicious intent of a black hat hacker.