What is the role of an ethical hacker hired by a company? A. To hack into the company’s information systems without permission
B. To expose vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the company’s cybersecurity measures
C. To steal sensitive data and sell it on the dark web
D. To conduct social media marketing campaigns
The correct answer is B. To expose vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the company’s cybersecurity measures.
Ethical hackers, also known as “white hat” hackers, are hired by companies to assess and improve their cybersecurity. They perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and fix security gaps, ensuring that the company’s information systems are secure against malicious attacks. Ethical hacking is done legally and with permission, in contrast to illegal hacking activities.