Black Hat Hacker

This type of hacker actively participates in hacking operations with the clear intention of causing harm. These hackers typically participate in unauthorized actions, such as fraud, data theft, and various other illegal activities conducted online. They may work independently or in groups to achieve their objectives. In the crypto industry, black hat attacks are often aimed at stealing cryptocurrencies through various methods, such as hacking into user exchange accounts and wallets. Black hat hackers are in contrast to white hat hackers, who are typically hired to perform tasks that prevent unethical behavior online.