Hacking

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION TO HACKING

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1.1 Hacking

The most fundamental meaning of hacking is gaining unauthorized access to data in a

system or computer.

Hacking is exploiting security controls either in a technical, physical or a human-based

element. ~ Kevin Mitnick

However, the word "hacking" has two definitions. The first definition refers to the

hobby/profession of working with computers. The second definition refers to modifies

computer hardware or software in a way that changes the creator's original intent.

It is the art of exploiting computers to get access to otherwise unauthorized information.

Now that the world is using IT systems to gather, store and manipulate important

information there is also a need to make sure that data is secure. However, no system is

without is problems. Holes are often present within security systems which, if exploited,

allow hackers to gain access to this otherwise restricted information.

1.2 Hacker

Computer Hackers have been around for so many years. Since the Computer and Internet

became widely used in the World, We have started to hear more and more about hacking.

As the word 'Hacking' has two meaning, so the word 'Hacker' is a word that has two

meanings:

Traditionally, a Hacker is someone who likes to play with Software or Electronic Systems.

Hackers enjoy Exploring and Learning how Computer systems operate. They love

discovering new ways to work electronically.

Recently, Hacker has taken on a new meaning that someone who finds weaknesses in a

computer or computer network, though the term can also refer to someone with an

advanced understanding of computers and computer networks.

Normally, Hackers are people who try to gain unauthorized access to your computer.

With controversy, the term hacker is reclaimed by computer programmers who argue that