Hacking Concepts Flashcards

Hacking Overview

• Hacking involves unauthorized access to files or accounts.
• Hackers can alter or access private information, sometimes legally.

Legal Aspects

• Hacking is illegal if it involves theft or unauthorized access.
• The Computer Misuse Act protects users against intentional attacks and information theft.

Types of Hacking

• There are seven recognized types of hackers, classified by their methods and intentions.
• Type 1 hackers utilize code for malicious purposes like creating viruses.
• Type 2 hackers assist in removing viruses and testing security (PenTesting).

Cybersecurity Threats

• Phishing involves sending deceptive emails to extract personal information, including passwords and credit card details.
• Malware, short for malicious software, is a program that infiltrates computers or networks, including Trojan Horses which disguise harmful intent.

Intellectual Property and Copyright

• Plagiarism is the act of stealing or copying someone else's ideas or content.
• Copyright law safeguards original works of authorship, lasting for the author's life plus an additional 70 years.

Academic Integrity

• Plagiarism detection software is commonly employed in educational institutions to maintain integrity.

Music Industry Protection

• Music theft or piracy refers to the unauthorized use of music, impacting those in the music industry.