Ethical Hacking
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7 months agoNew answer posted
7 months agoContributor-Level 10
Ethical hacking differs from malicious hacking in several ways, such as:
- Intent: Ethical hackers aim to improve security and protect systems, while malicious hackers seek to exploit vulnerabilities for personal gain or to cause harm.
- Permission: Ethical hackers have explicit permission from the system owner to test and identify vulnerabilities. Malicious hackers operate without consent and illegally access systems.
- Methods: Both use similar techniques, but ethical hackers disclose their findings to the organisation to help fix security flaws, whereas malicious hackers typically hide their actions.
- Outcome: The goal of ethical hacking is to
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7 months agoBeginner-Level 5
Popular certifications include CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CompTIA Security+, and OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional). These validate your skills and knowledge.
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7 months agoBeginner-Level 5
You need skills in networking, programming, and security protocols. Familiarity with operating systems and tools like Wireshark and Metasploit is also important.
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9 months agoBeginner-Level 5
The world's first ethical hacker title is often attributed to Rene Carmille, who emerged in 1940. As a punch-card computer specialist and a member of the Resistance during the Nazi occupation of France, he utilized the very machines that the Vichy government depended on for information processing. For a comprehensive guide on becoming an ethical hacker, including the necessary skills, career opportunities, and certifications, check out A Career in Ethical Hacking: Everything You Need To Know.
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9 months agoBeginner-Level 5
Ethical hackers in India earn between INR 0.5 Lacs to 50 lakhs, depending on their experience, which ranges from less than 1 year to 6 years. For comprehensive information on eligibility, courses, fees, syllabus, and job profiles, look at Ethical Hacking - Eligibility, Courses, Fees, Syllabus, and Job Profile.
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9 months agoBeginner-Level 5
Ethical hackers apply their expertise to enhance and protect an organization's technology. They play a crucial role by identifying vulnerabilities that could potentially result in security breaches and then reporting these issues back to the organization.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 8
Being a commerce student and wishing to be an ethical hacker, courses with the combination of information technology and cybersecurity will suit you well. A good start would be with a BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) or B.Sc in Cybersecurity that helps you in establishing IT basics. Once your graduation is over, there are further special certifications you may undergo: CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and more. These courses will equip one with the skills to apply ethical hacking, including network security, penetration testing, and other tools for ethical hacking.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 9
If you're seeking colleges offering a BCA in Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking similar to the ECR Group of Institutions, here are some options to consider:
Akash Global College of Management and Science Bangalore, India Offers a BCA programme specializing in Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking, focusing on developing skills in ethical hacking and cybersecurity.
Christ University Bangalore, India Provides a comprehensive BCA programme with a focus on computer applications and cybersecurity, known for its high educational standards.
St. Joseph's University Bangalore, India Offers a BCA programme with specializations in var
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