White hat (computer security)

History and Tactics of White Hat Hacking - One of the first instances of ethical hacking was a security evaluation conducted by the United States Air Force on the Multics operating system. - The evaluation revealed vulnerabilities in hardware, software, and procedural security. - Ethical hacking includes attacking software and systems, scanning ports, and examining known defects. - Tactics like email phishing, rummaging through trash, and setting up cloned test systems may be used. - Long-term infiltration and social engineering are used to replicate real attack techniques. - Other methods include disk and memory forensics, DoS attacks, and security scanners. - The goal is to identify vulnerabilities and gain access to secure areas. Legality of White Hat Hacking Belgium: - Belgium legalized white hat hacking in February 2023. United Kingdom: - Hacking is legal if the access to a system is authorized. - Unauthorized access is an offense under the Computer Misuse Act. - Penalties range from fines to imprisonment, depending on the severity of the unauthorized access. - Even exposing vulnerabilities for the greater good is not a legal defense. Employment in White Hat Hacking - The United States National Security Agency offers certifications in ethical hacking. - Certifications cover techniques and team management. - Red teams are aggressor teams, while blue teams are defender teams. - The agency recruits ethical hackers and considers past indiscretions. - Ethical hackers bring benefits to enterprises by finding and fixing bugs. Notable People in White Hat Hacking - Tamer Şahin is a Turkish white hat hacker. Related Concepts and References - Bug bounty program - IT risk - MalwareMustDie - Wireless identity theft - References to further reading and resources on white hat hacking.