COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
WHAT IS A HACKER
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To chat to other people (legally or illegally)
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an anonymous person
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someone that plays videogames
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someone who can gain access to a website or get personal information (legally or illegally)
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Detailed explanation-1: -A hacker is an individual who uses computer, networking or other skills to overcome a technical problem. The term also may refer to anyone who uses their abilities to gain unauthorized access to systems or networks in order to commit crimes.
Detailed explanation-2: -Hackers fall into three general categories: black hat hackers, white hat hackers, and gray hat hackers. Although hackers are often associated with exploiting vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to computers, systems, or networks, not all hacking is malicious or illegal.
Detailed explanation-3: -Black hat hacker definition Black hat hackers are criminals who break into computer networks with malicious intent. They may also release malware that destroys files, holds computers hostage, or steals passwords, credit card numbers, and other personal information.
Detailed explanation-4: -The intentions of black hat hackers are selfish. They aim to protect other individuals and organizations against cybercriminals. They intend to harm others by stealing sensitive data, damaging the system, etc. White hat hacking is legal as white hat hackers have the permission of the system owner.
Detailed explanation-5: -Social Engineering. The first and most popular method that hackers use to get into your website is called social engineering. The other name for this is “human hacking.” It is essentially done by persuading people to do something that would lead to them getting hacked.