Hacking

Hacking is the act of exploiting vulnerabilities in a computer system or network, often to gain unauthorized access or control. It can involve a wide range of activities from simple password guessing to sophisticated exploits that leverage zero-day vulnerabilities. Hacking can be used for various purposes, including stealing data, disrupting operations, committing fraud or espionage, modifying records, or extorting money from victims. The term is derived from the idea of 'hacking' away at a problem until a solution is found, which reflects the persistence and cleverness often associated with hackers.