Hacker (en. Hacker)

/ˈhækər/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

An individual who uses their skills to access computer systems without authorization.

The hacker managed to infiltrate the database.

El hacker logró infiltrarse en la base de datos.

A person who studies programming and computer security.

My brother is a hacker who works in cybersecurity.

Mi hermano es un hacker que trabaja en ciberseguridad.

verb

Illegally accessing data or computer systems.

The group of hackers hacked a government website.

El grupo de hackers hackeó un sitio web gubernamental.

Modifying a computer program to improve it or adapt it to new needs.

I decided to hack the software to add new features.

Decidí hackear el software para añadir nuevas funciones.

Derives from the English 'hack', which means to cut or modify.

ethical hacker

A hacker who uses their skills to improve system security.

hacker ético

hacking

The process of finding and exploiting vulnerabilities in computer systems.

hacking

computer security

A set of measures to protect systems and data from unauthorized access.

seguridad informática

cybersecurity

The practice of protecting computer systems and networks from cyber attacks.

ciberseguridad

computer virus

Malicious software designed to damage or infiltrate computer systems.

virus informático

Cracker

Refers to someone who breaks into a system's security, often with malicious intent.

Se refiere a alguien que rompe la seguridad de un sistema, a menudo con fines maliciosos.

Script kiddie

A derogatory term for inexperienced hackers who use others' tools.

Un término despectivo para referirse a hackers inexpertos que usan herramientas de otros.