Hacker Types and Their Roles

Which type of hacker is also known as an “ethical hacker”?

• Black Hat

• White Hat

• Gray Hat

• Script Kiddie

The primary role of a White Hat hacker is to:

• Steal sensitive data

• Test and strengthen systems

• Spread malware

• Sell vulnerabilities on the dark web

White Hat hackers are typically:

• Authorized cybersecurity professionals

• Self-taught hobbyists

• Government spies

• Script Kiddies

Black Hat hackers usually operate:

• With legal permission

• Without permission

• For charity

• Only in government agencies

The main motive for most Black Hat hackers is:

• Curiosity

• Financial gain

• Academic research

• National defense

Which group uses sophisticated tools to bypass security for illegal purposes?

• Script Kiddies

• Gray Hats

• Black Hats

• White Hats

Gray Hat hackers:

• Always act with permission

• Sometimes operate without permission

• Only work for governments

• Are inexperienced hackers

Gray Hats may:

• Disclose vulnerabilities to system owners

• Never report their findings

• Always demand ransom

• Avoid any interaction with vendors

Which hacker type typically lacks the skills to create their own tools?

• Gray Hat

• Script Kiddie

• State-Sponsored

• Hacktivist

Script Kiddies often rely on:

• Pre-written scripts made by others

• Custom-built advanced malware

• Military-grade hacking tools

• Quantum computers