<ul><li>Hackers come in various forms, from malicious black hats to ethical white hats, with gray hats in between, impacting individuals and businesses.</li><li>Black hat hackers exploit vulnerabilities for personal gain, exemplified by incidents like the 2020 Twitter hack and the 2017 WannaCry ransomware attack.</li><li>Practical tip: Use password managers and enable two-factor authentication to enhance your digital security against malicious actors.</li><li>White hat hackers, like Marcus who helped a bank avert disaster, contribute to cybersecurity by identifying vulnerabilities and are often rewarded through bug bounties.</li></ul>

Black Hats, White Hats, and Gray: Decoding the Hacker World and How It Affects You

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