What is Network Hacking

Network Hacking is the process of probing, intercepting, or exploiting vulnerabilities in computer networks to gain unauthorised access, disrupt services, or extract sensitive data.

Expanded Explanation

Network Hacking involves techniques used to attack or test the security of wired and wireless networks. This includes actions such as sniffing unencrypted data packets, exploiting vulnerable ports and services, intercepting traffic via man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks, and scanning for weak network configurations. Ethical hackers use tools like Wireshark, Nmap, and Ettercap to simulate these attacks in controlled environments and identify weaknesses before malicious actors do. Network hacking plays a central role in both offensive and defensive security strategies, especially as organizations rely on increasingly complex and distributed network infrastructures.

Related Terms
Packet sniffing, man-in-the-middle attacks, port scanning, network mapping, and wireless exploitation

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