Hacking Methodologies
A hacking methodology refers to the step-by-step approach used by an aggressor to attack a target such as a computer
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Bad Guys and Good Guys or Hackers and Ethical Hackers
The difference between an ethical hacker and a hacker is something that can easily get you into an argument. Just
Read moreThe Early Days of Hacking
As the story goes, the earliest hackers were a group of people who were passionate and curious about new technology.
Read moreIdentifying Basic Physical Security Vulnerabilities
Whatever your computer- and network-security technology, practically any hack is possible if an attacker is in your building or data
Read moreGathering Public Information
The amount of information you can gather about an organization’s business and information systems that is widely available on the
Read morePenetrating the System
You can use identified security vulnerabilities to do the following: Gain further information about the host and its data. Obtain
Read moreAssessing Vulnerabilities
After finding potential security holes, the next step is to confirm whether they’re indeed vulnerabilities in the context of your
Read moreUnderstanding the Need to Hack Your Own Systems
To catch a thief, you must think like a thief. That’s the basis for ethical hacking. Knowing you enemy is
Read moreDefining malicious user
Malicious user — meaning a rogue employee, contractor, intern, or other user who abuses his or her trusted privileges —
Read moreDefining hacker
Hacker has two meanings: Traditionally, hackers like to tinker with software or electronic systems. Hackers enjoy exploring and learning how
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