#13unit 1online security and payment system

Hacking and Cyber vandalism

Unauthorized access and intentional digital damage.

Unit 1Online Security and Payment SystemTopic #13Published

Hacking and Cyber vandalism

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A hacker is an individual who intends to gain unauthorized access to a computer system. Cybervandalism is the intentional disruption, defacing, or destruction of a site. Hacktivism adds a political twist.

  • Define hacker and cracker.
  • Explain cybervandalism and its intent.
  • Define hacktivism and identify notable hacktivist groups.
  • Describe how hackers exploit Internet openness.