Hackek

: These individuals break into systems with malicious intent, such as stealing data or committing financial fraud.

Not all hackers have the same intent. They are often categorized by "hats" to denote their ethics: Hackek

: Once known as the "world's most wanted hacker," he specialized in social engineering —tricking people into giving up sensitive information. : These individuals break into systems with malicious

The history of hacking is shaped by notable individuals and collectives: The history of hacking is shaped by notable

: These hackers sit in the middle, often finding vulnerabilities without permission but not necessarily with malicious intent, though their actions are still technically illegal. Famous Figures and Groups

: Famous for stopping the devastating WannaCry ransomware attack, though he later faced legal issues for previous activities.

: A global "hacktivist" collective known for its leaderless structure and its members' use of Guy Fawkes masks.