Hackers

1. Black Hat (Criminal Hackers)

• Think of them as the "bad guys" of hacking.
• They break into systems without permission—stealing data, spreading viruses, or exploiting companies.
• Their main goals? Money, power, or just to cause harm.

 2. White Hat (Ethical Hackers)

• These are the "good guys" of hacking.
• They’re cybersecurity experts who are invited by organizations to test systems and find weaknesses (penetration testing).
• Instead of exploiting, they help fix security gaps and keep businesses safe.

 3. Gray Hat (In-Between Hackers)

• Not fully good, not fully bad—they sit in the middle.
• Gray hats might hack without permission but usually don’t have evil motives.
• They’re often driven by curiosity or fun, and sometimes even expose security flaws to the public.

4. Green Hat (Learners in Hacking)

• These are beginners who are still learning the ropes.
• They experiment with tools and techniques, often just out of curiosity.
• Most are harmless, but sometimes their lack of experience can accidentally cause problems.

5. Blue Hat (Pre-Release Testers)

• Companies often hire these hackers to test software before it launches.
• They look for bugs, loopholes, and vulnerabilities.
• Their job is to make sure the final product is safe and secure for users.

6. Red Hat (Government Cyber hackers)

• These are the cyber soldiers—working for governments or military.
• They fight in the digital battlefield against black-hat hackers.

Their mission is to protect national security, fight cybercrime, and gather intelligence.