What is Ethical Hacking?
π Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking
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Nov 05, 2025
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Definition:
Ethical Hacking is the practice of legally probing computer systems, networks, or applications to find vulnerabilities before malicious hackers can exploit them.
Key Points
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Also called βWhite Hat Hackingβ
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Done with permission from the system owner
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Helps improve security and protect data
Purpose of Ethical Hacking
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Identify and fix security weaknesses
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Prevent unauthorized access and cyber attacks
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Ensure compliance with security standards
Common Techniques Used
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Vulnerability scanning
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Penetration testing
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Social engineering tests
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Network sniffing
Conclusion
Ethical hackers play a critical role in cybersecurity by proactively finding and fixing vulnerabilities to safeguard systems and data.
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