FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A HACKER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which type of hacker want to steal data and then exploit what they find for their own interests?
A
White hat
B
Grey hat
C
Black hat
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -Black hat hackers are malicious hackers, sometimes called crackers. Black hats lack ethics, sometimes violate laws, and break into computer systems with malicious intent, and they may violate the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of an organization’s systems and data.

Detailed explanation-3: -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.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are three well-known types of hackers in the world of information security: black hats, white hats and grey hats. These colored hat descriptions were born as hackers tried to differentiate themselves and separate the good hackers from the bad.

Detailed explanation-5: -A black hat hacker is typically one that engages in cybercrime operations and uses hacking for financial gain, cyber espionage purposes or other malicious motives, like implanting malware into computer systems. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

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