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Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking · Module 2 of 10

Ethics and law

Understand legal and ethical boundaries.

📖 Key ideas

  1. Ethical hackers test only with written permission (scope and rules of engagement).
  2. Unauthorised access is illegal under India's IT Act 2000.
  3. Report findings responsibly to owners (responsible disclosure).
  4. Respect privacy and confidentiality of data seen during tests.
  5. Bug bounty programmes offer legal ways to report vulnerabilities.
💡 Real-life example: An ethical hacker is a locksmith hired by the owner, never a burglar.
AuthorisationWritten permission to test
ScopeSystems allowed in a test
Responsible disclosureReporting privately to owners
Bug bountyRewards for authorised findings