Hackek -

: Famous for stopping the devastating WannaCry ransomware attack, though he later faced legal issues for previous activities.

: A global "hacktivist" collective known for its leaderless structure and its members' use of Guy Fawkes masks. Hackek

The history of hacking is shaped by notable individuals and collectives: : Famous for stopping the devastating WannaCry ransomware

: These are ethical security professionals who use their skills for good, often helping organizations find and fix vulnerabilities. : These hackers sit in the middle, often

: These hackers sit in the middle, often finding vulnerabilities without permission but not necessarily with malicious intent, though their actions are still technically illegal. Famous Figures and Groups

: These individuals break into systems with malicious intent, such as stealing data or committing financial fraud.

Not all hackers have the same intent. They are often categorized by "hats" to denote their ethics: