Hacking refers to the practice of modifying or manipulating computer systems, software, or networks to exploit vulnerabilities, gain unauthorized access, or perform actions not intended by the system’s creators. It can involve various techniques, including bypassing security protocols, altering code, or using various tools to achieve an objective. Hacking can be categorized into different types, such as ethical hacking (conducted by security professionals to improve system security), black hat hacking (malicious and illegal hacking for personal gain), and gray hat hacking (which falls between ethical and malicious hacking). While commonly associated with cybercrime, hacking can also be a legitimate skill used to identify weaknesses in systems and help organizations protect their data and infrastructure from potential threats.
Hackers are utilizing automated web exploits to breach firewalls and VPNs from millions of IP addresses worldwide. Recent attacks are targeting network devices from companies like Palo Alto Networks, Ivanti,…