hacking concepts

what is a hacker

unorthodox problem solver and programmer

when were the first “hacks”

1960s

when did hacking become more widespread

1980s

when did hacking become for profit

1990s

when did malware become a tool for hackers

2000’s

what are phone phreaks

hackers in communities, sharing creative ideas

what are the five phases of hacking

reccon, scan, gain access, maintain access, cover tracks

what is a hacktivist

a person who gains unauthorized access to computer files or networks for politics

what is espionage

the act or practice of spying

what is cyber espionage

intentional use of computers to gain access to sensitive info

what is nation state hacking

a person or group acting as a cyber-agent on behalf of a national government

what is advanced persistent threats (ATP)

hacking method with intent to persistency target a specific entity

what are cyber weapons

malware intended to do work of a traditional weapon

what is stuxnet

cyber weapon designed to burrod into Iran’s nuclear facility in Natanz