How to Become a Black Hacker and Why It's a Bad Idea: Everything You Need to Know about Cybercrime

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Hacking is the art and science of breaking into computer systems and networks in order to gain unauthorized access to information or resources. Hackers are divided into different types depending on their motives and methods. The best-known and brightest members of this digital fraternity are white, gray and black hackers, each of whom plays a unique role in this endless virtual symphony.

Black hackers are those who use their skills to harm other people, organizations, or states. They can steal, blackmail, destroy, or sabotage data, systems, or networks. They can also sell or transfer their knowledge or tools to other criminals.

In this article, we will tell you how to become a black hacker and why we don't recommend it. We will look at the earnings of black hackers, the risks they carry, information about what court terms hackers receive for their crimes and what they do.

How to become a black hacker?​

To become a black hacker, you need to have a certain set of knowledge and skills in the field of information technology, programming, cryptography, network security and other disciplines. You must also have access to special hardware, software, and resources on the Internet.

Some black hackers start out as white or gray hackers, and then turn to the dark side out of greed, revenge, ambition, or under the pressure of circumstances. Other black hackers learn on their own or under the guidance of more experienced colleagues. There are also special online courses, forums, communities and platforms where you can get the necessary knowledge and skills, as well as connect with other black hackers.

However, becoming a black hacker is not as easy as it may seem. This requires a lot of time, effort, patience, and risk. It is also illegal and unethical. Therefore, we do not recommend doing this.

Earnings of black hackers​

Black hackers can earn money in many ways. Some of them are:
  • Selling or using stolen data, such as personal information, bank details, passwords, credit card numbers, etc.
  • Extort money from victims for regaining access to their data or systems that were encrypted or blocked by malware (such as WannaCry).
  • Create and distribute malicious software such as viruses, Trojans, worms, botnets, etc. that can be used to steal data, attack other systems or networks, or mine cryptocurrencies.
  • Participation in DDoS attacks on websites or services for money or for political reasons.
  • Hacking websites or apps to change their content, embed ads or malicious code, or steal data.
  • Selling or transferring your knowledge or tools to other criminals or organizations.
It is difficult to estimate the exact income of black hackers, as it depends on many factors, such as the complexity and success of the attack, supply and demand in the cybercrime market, the region of activity, etc. However, according to some estimates, it can reach from several thousand to several million dollars a year.

Risks of black hackers​

Black hackers are exposed to high risks associated with their illegal activities. Some of them are:
  • Risk of being tracked down and arrested by law enforcement agencies or special services. For this purpose, various methods and technologies are used, such as traffic analysis, tracking of IP addresses, interception of communications, etc.
  • Risk of being betrayed or deceived by your co-workers or customers. It often happens that black hackers compete with each other for resources or orders, and can also be victims of phishing or hacking by other criminals.
  • Risk of being attacked by other black hackers due to revenge, envy, or conflicts of interest. For example, in 2016, the hacker group "Shadow Brokers" published stolen data from the US National Security Agency (NSA), which contained tools and codes for hacking various systems and networks. This data was used to create malware such as WannaCry and NotPetya, which infected hundreds of thousands of computers around the world.

Court terms for hacking crimes​

Hacking crimes are considered a serious violation of the law in many countries around the world. They are subject to various penalties, including fines, confiscation of property, arrest or imprisonment. The degree of punishment depends on the severity and consequences of the crime, as well as on the legislation of a particular country.

For example, in Russia, illegal access to computer information is punishable by a fine of up to 200 thousand rubles or imprisonment for up to two years. For creating, distributing or using malicious software, the penalty is a fine of up to 500 thousand rubles or imprisonment of up to four years. For violation of the rules of operation of computer equipment or communication networks, the penalty is a fine of up to 40 thousand rubles or an arrest of up to three months.

In the United States, unauthorized access to protected computer information is punishable by a fine of up to $ 250,000 or up to five years in prison. For a repeated crime, the penalty is a fine of up to 500 thousand dollars or imprisonment for up to ten years. For intentional damage to computer information or a system, the penalty is a fine of up to 250 thousand dollars or imprisonment of up to ten years. For a repeated crime, the penalty is a fine of up to 500 thousand dollars or imprisonment of up to twenty years.

In China, for violating the rules of computer information management, the penalty is a fine of up to 100 thousand yuan or imprisonment for up to three years. For intentional damage to computer information or systems, the penalty is a fine of up to 500 thousand yuan or imprisonment of up to seven years. For serious consequences, such as death of people, large material losses or violation of national security, the penalty is provided in the form of imprisonment from seven years to life imprisonment.

As you can see, hacking crimes do not go unpunished and can lead to serious legal consequences. Therefore, we do not recommend engaging in black hacking.

What do black hackers do?​

Black hackers engage in various types of cybercrime that can harm individuals or organizations, as well as entire countries or regions. Some of the most high-profile cyber attacks of the 21st century, which were committed by black hackers, are:
  • An attack on the WikiLeaks website in 2010, which was aimed at preventing the publication of classified US documents .
  • An attack on Sony in 2011, which led to the leakage of personal data of millions of PlayStation Network users and the loss of up to $ 171 million.
  • An attack on Equifax in 2017, which led to the leakage of personal data of more than 140 million Americans, including social security numbers, dates of birth and addresses.
  • The attack on the Colonial Pipeline company in 2021, which led to the shutdown of the largest pipeline in the United States delivering gasoline and diesel fuel to the east coast. Hackers demanded a ransom of $ 4.4 million for unlocking the system.
  • An attack on SolarWinds in 2020-2021, which compromised the Orion network software used by more than 18 thousand customers around the world, including government agencies and corporations. Hackers gained access to confidential information and could carry out further attacks.
These are just some examples of what black hackers do. They may also engage in espionage, sabotage, terrorism, or war. They may be hired or supported by other criminals, organizations, or States. They may have different goals and motivations, but they all pose a threat to the security and stability of society.

Conclusion​

In this article, we've explained how to become a black hacker and why we don't recommend it. We reviewed the earnings of black hackers, the risks they carry, information about what court terms hackers receive for their crimes and what they do.

We have come to the conclusion that black hacking is an illegal and unethical activity that can harm not only itself, but also other people, organizations or states. Black hackers are at great risk of being tracked down, arrested, or attacked by other criminals. For their crimes, they can receive serious punishment in the form of fines or imprisonment.

Therefore, we do not recommend engaging in black hacking. Instead, we advise you to use your knowledge and skills for useful and legitimate tasks.
 
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