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Hacking

jakejakayo — 2014-04-25 12:37:01 UTC

Computer hacking is the practice of modifying computer hardware and software to accomplish a goal outside of the creator’s original purpose. People who engage in computer hacking activities are often called hackers.

What is a cracker?

jakejakayo — 2014-04-25 12:38:34 UTC

A cracker is someone who breaks into someone else's computer system, often on a network; bypasses passwords or licenses in computer programs; or in other ways intentionally breaches computer security.

Common hacking techniques

jakejakayo — 2014-04-25 12:38:51 UTC

Trojans, malware, spyware, scareware, ransomware, rootkits,botnets, Viruses, Worms, Malicious email attachments, file sharing.

Why do people hack

jakejakayo — 2014-04-25 12:40:38 UTC

A hacker can be doing this for profit, maliciously, for some altruistic purpose or cause, or because the challenge is there. Some breaking-and-entering has been done ostensibly to point out weaknesses in a site's security system.

What is a "back door"

jakejakayo — 2014-04-25 12:41:19 UTC

A back door is a means of access to a computer program that bypasses security mechanisms. A programmer may sometimes install a back door so that the program can be accessed for troubleshooting or other purposes. However, attackers often use back doors that they detect or install themselves, as part of an exploit. In some cases, a worm is designed to take advantage of a back door created by an earlier attack.