The high availability of multiple all-inclusive, easy-to-use hacking tools that do NOT require much technical
knowledge has brought a growth in the number of which type of attackers?

A.
Black hats

B.
White hats

C.
Script kiddies

D.
Phreakers

Explanation:
Script kiddies are hackers who do not necessarily have the skill to carry out specific attacks without the tools
provided for them on the Internet and through friends. Since these people do not necessarily understand how
the attacks are actually carried out, they most likely do not understand the extent of damage they can cause.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Black hats are malicious, skilled hackers. Easy-to-use hacking tools have not brought a growth in black hats.
B: White hats are security professionals; ethical hackers who hack systems to test their security. Easy-to-use
hacking tools have not brought a growth in white hats.
D: Phreakers are telephone/PBX (private branch exchange) hackers. Easy-to-use hacking tools have not
brought a growth in Phreakers.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2013, p. 986