Tips for maintaining an ethical approach to offensive security
Maintaining an ethical approach to offensive security is critical to ensuring that your actions are conducted in a legal, responsible, and respectful manner. Here are some tips for maintaining this ethical approach:
- Comply with laws and regulations: Be sure to comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to computer security and data privacy. This includes laws such as the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) in the US and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.
- Get permission before conducting penetration testing: Before conducting penetration testing or any type of ethical hacking activity on systems or networks, be sure to obtain written permission from the owner of the system or network. Conducting tests without authorization may be considered illegal and can have serious legal consequences.
- Protect the privacy and rights of individuals: When conducting security...
