FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A HACKER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which type of hacker represents the highest risk to your network?
A
Disgruntled employees
B
Black-hat hackers
C
Gray-hat hackers
D
Script kiddies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Expert Answer. Option A. Disgruntled employees is the correct answer. Insiders have access to the end-user who has information and this can allow disgruntled employees to initiate a powerful attack.

Detailed explanation-2: -A black hat hacker is someone who maliciously searches for and exploits vulnerabilities in computer systems or networks, often using malware and other hacking techniques to do harm.

Detailed explanation-3: -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: -White hat hackers probe cybersecurity weaknesses to help organizations develop stronger security; black hat hackers are motivated by malicious intent; and Gray hat hackers operate in the nebulous area in between-they’re not malicious, but they’re not always ethical either.

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