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Ethical hacking
Hacking involves gaining unauthorized access to computer systems or networks, and can be done for malicious or ethical purposes. Ethical hackers are skilled at techniques used by criminal hackers but use their skills to test security and find vulnerabilities with permission. The document outlines different types of hackers and hacking, how to defend against hacking through strong passwords and updates, and the legal consequences of illegal hacking versus the paid work of ethical hackers.
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Introduction to hacking and presented by Ganesh V. Vadulekar.
Overview of hacking topics including definition, types, ethical hacking, and defenses against hacking.
Hacking is defined as unauthorized access to accounts or systems, often exploiting glitches.
Hackers are individuals violating computer security for malicious intents or personal gain.
Three main hacker classes: Black hats (malicious), White hats (defensive), and Gray hats (mixed motives).
Ethical hacking is legal (varies by region) requiring permission from the user and is part of security.
Ethical hackers are trustworthy individuals skilled in security, using their skills to prevent cybercrime.
Various hacking types include website, email, network, password, online transactions, computer, mobile, and PDA hacking.
Defense tactics include strong passwords, avoiding scams, updating systems, and other protective measures.
Steps to take if hacked: shutdown, clear memory, scan for viruses, and restore backups.
Ethical hackers enhance security by hardening servers, applying patches, logging, and training.
Ethical hackers in the US can earn $120,000+ yearly, with freelance work earning $10,000 per assignment.
Contrast between criminal hackers (unlawful actions for personal gain) and ethical hackers (legal, preventative work).
Illegal hacking consequences include hefty fines, imprisonment, and computer seizure.
Invitation for questions from the audience.
Conclusion emphasizes the need for ethical hackers, password security, and internet usage knowledge.
Recap of main points: definitions, types, ethical hacking, defenses, and consequences of illegal hacking.
Thank you for attending the presentation.
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Ethical hacking
- 1. HACKING Presented by:- Ganesh V.Vadulekar
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- 3. OVERVIEW What isHACKING ??? Who are Hackers??? What is Ethical Hacking ??? Who are Ethical Hackers??? Types Of Hacking How to Defend from Hacking??? Consequences Of illegal Hacking Conclusion Summary
- 4. WHAT IS HACKING??? Hackingis cracking into an account or cheating in a game without using cheat codes. Hacking passwords requires a program or requires finding glitches from the website.
- 5. WHO ARE HACKER??? Hacker is a hacker who "violates computer security for little reason beyond maliciousness or for personal gain"
- 6. HACKERS CLASSES Blackhats :– highly skilled, malicious, destructive “crackers” White hats – skills used for defensive security analysts Gray hats – offensively and defensively; will hack for different reasons, depends on situation.
- 7. WHAT IS ETHICALHACKING ??? It is Partially Legal (May vary by country law) Completely legal in INDIA Permission is obtained from the target user Part of an overall security program.
- 8. WHO ARE ETHICAL HACKERS??? Completely trustworthy. Strong programming and computer networking skills. Techniques of Criminal hackers- Detection-Prevention. Ethical hackers possesses same skills, mindset and tools of a hacker but the attacks are done in a non-destructive manner . E.G. Cyber Crime investigators
- 9. TYPES OF HACKING Website Hacking Email Hacking Network Hacking Password Hacking Online transactions Hacking Computer Hacking Mobile Hacking PDA hacking Metropolitan system hacking
- 10. HOW TO DEFENDFROM HACKING??? Use Strong Passwords! (Follow Universal Code while creation) Unsolicited Installation of Scripts Avoid Scam/Spammy Websites Clear the Cookies! Do not make any financials transactions on (http://) Prevent illegal farmers’ from “harvesting” your lists Don’t use Generic Usernames & Passwords Use Secure Ports Keep OS updated with security patches Never trust mails which makes an attractive offers (like you have won 100Millions dollars/ anything else..)
- 12. WHAT TO DOAFTER BEING HACKED? Shutdown the system Clear the memory using Cleaners (like CCleaner) Scan infected sections with good antivirus Separate the system from network (Do not use internet) Restore the system with the backup (If o/s problem) Finally, connect the system to the network
- 13. HOW ETHICAL HACKERS DEFEND??? Harden the servers Scan, test and apply patches Monitor logs Train the technical staff on security Serious policy and procedures!
- 14. HOW MUCH DOETHICAL HACKERS GET PAID? Globally, the hiring of ethical hackers is on the rise with most of them working with top consulting firms. In the United States, an ethical hacker can make upwards of $120,000 per annum. Freelance ethical hackers can expect to make $10,000 per assignment. Some ranges from $15,000 to $45,000 for a standalone ethical hack.
- 15. DISTINGUISH BETWEEN HACKERS& ETHICAL HACKERS Deface hacked web pages to advertise their prowess Doings are Evil & Illegal Work is done to get illegal information for themselves or for someone else Hired as Preventive measure Doings are good & justice Work is Legal & to restore the hacked the website . Criminal Hackers Ethical Hackers
- 16. CONSEQUENCES OF ILLEGAL HACKING Thousands Of Dollars in Fines Imprisonment Seizure Of Your Computer
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- 18. CONCLUSION Proper EthicalHacker Should Be Employed Do Not Exposed Your Passwords to Untrusted Sites Close Your Internet While Not in Use Having Basic Knowledge of Internet
- 19. SUMMARY What isHACKING ??? Who are Hackers??? What is Ethical Hacking ??? Who are Ethical Hackers??? Types Of Hacking How to Defend from Hacking??? Consequences Of illegal Hacking
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