Hacking is the exploiting of vulnerabilities and gaps in computer or phone systems. Hackers can use this to steal data, spy on you/your contacts, install backdoors and perform other malicious activities. Often, hackers are only interested in making money and will even publish embarrassing/sensitive information about you online to do so.
They may also infect your computer or phone with virus that makes the device slow and susceptible to errors or recording any conversations that you’ve recorded on it! These viruses, called trojans, can be hidden within music files, photos and free games. They can also be found in toolbars and other apps and even toolbars. The possibility of being affected by trojans when they open an infected email attachment or click on malicious links. Hackers also have the ability to find unsecure websites and upload trojans to them to infect as many people as possible. Remote administration tools (RATs) are a brand new method of hacking. These programs give the attacker total control of the victim’s computer.
In the movies, hackers are a master of figuring out passwords for accounts but in reality, they usually overcome this problem by using malware instead. It could be a trojan that records every password you type in, or a piece software that allows the hacker to use your phone’s microphone to listen in on your conversations.
The most successful hacking attempts begin with phishing messages or texts that deceive users into clicking links or calling numbers. Scammers can gain access to your private information, computer or phone by clicking on links or call numbers. It is also vital to keep your operating system up-to-date and to scan or delete any attachments prior to you download them.