December 17, 2008

Ethical hackers taught by distance learning

by David Masters
A UK distance learning school has launched a course in professional computer hacking skills. The 300-hour accredited programme in 'ethical hacking' from the International Correspondence School (ICS) teaches participants the methods used by criminal hackers. Ethical hackers, also known as 'white hats', are paid to search for the weaknesses in computer security systems that make them vulnerable to attack. They are usually employed by anti-cybercrime units in the corporate and public sector. Students on ...