SEP2605 Assignment 2
(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2025 - DUE
25 September 2025
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[School]
[Course title]
, SEP2605 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 - DUE 25 September 2025
Course
Security Technology and Information Security II (SEP2605)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Security Technology Convergence Insights
SEP2605 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 - DUE 25 September 2025;
100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Question 1 Discuss and provide examples of the main differences between hacking and
cracking. (8)
Question 1
Discuss and provide examples of the main differences between hacking and cracking. (8)
Answer:
1. Definition:
o Hacking refers to gaining unauthorized access into a computer system or
network, often to explore, test security, or gather information.
o Cracking specifically involves breaking into a system with malicious intent, usually
to steal data, damage systems, or bypass protections.
2. Intent:
o Hacking can be ethical (e.g., ethical hackers testing security systems).
o Cracking is always illegal and destructive in nature.
3. Examples:
o A hacker may test the vulnerabilities of a banking system to help strengthen its
defenses (ethical hacking).
(COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2025 - DUE
25 September 2025
[Document subtitle]
[School]
[Course title]
, SEP2605 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 - DUE 25 September 2025
Course
Security Technology and Information Security II (SEP2605)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Security Technology Convergence Insights
SEP2605 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2025 - DUE 25 September 2025;
100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
Question 1 Discuss and provide examples of the main differences between hacking and
cracking. (8)
Question 1
Discuss and provide examples of the main differences between hacking and cracking. (8)
Answer:
1. Definition:
o Hacking refers to gaining unauthorized access into a computer system or
network, often to explore, test security, or gather information.
o Cracking specifically involves breaking into a system with malicious intent, usually
to steal data, damage systems, or bypass protections.
2. Intent:
o Hacking can be ethical (e.g., ethical hackers testing security systems).
o Cracking is always illegal and destructive in nature.
3. Examples:
o A hacker may test the vulnerabilities of a banking system to help strengthen its
defenses (ethical hacking).
