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Monday, October 15, 2012

Ethical Hackers: The Difference From Malicious Hackers

By Elise Marshall


A lot of people dislike the word hacker. Why? Because the term has garnered negative connotations over the years. Many refer to it as anyone who does illegal activities on the Web for fun or pleasure. Others see it as a term to describe individuals who are guilty of security breach. A few use the term to describe spies or computer experts who try to penetrate computer systems to steal sensitive information. Progressive countries therefore take the time to develop secure Web systems immune to security threats.

The term has stimulated debate among the online community, especially different groups of programmers. In essence, a hacker is someone who holds extensive knowledge of breaking into computer systems to determine the vulnerabilities of the said system.

Web programmers present the fact not all hackers break into computer systems just to wreak havoc. Others are simply looking for loopholes so that enhancements can be implemented and applied on specific areas of interest. Thus, the use of crackers is advocated to replace the word hacker. A cracker refers to somebody who hacks for malice.

The dark art of hacking seems to grow a bit worse almost every year. Just last year, a notorious group called Anonymous has taken down major sites from many different countries all around the world. The victims encompass Spain Police Bureau, Government of India, US DOJ, Us Federal Bureau of Investigation, Universal Music France, Government of Malaysia and Belgian Anti-Piracy Federation.

Definitely, the issue of malicious hacking should get online entrepreneurs like you to worry about your site security. Crackers have the ability to steal all the important information of your website, especially if your website doesn't have adequate protection. Your site's vulnerability poses security and financial risks to your online enterprise in the long run. Enhance your website's security today!




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