A(n) _____ is someone who uncovers computer weaknesses and reveals them to manufacturers or system owners, without exploiting these vulnerabilities.
A) hacktivist
B) data harvester
C) corporate spy
D) white hat hacker
E) ethical cyber criminal

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A white hat hacker is an ethical computer security expert who specializes in penetration testing and other testing methodologies to ensure the security of an organization's information systems. They uncover vulnerabilities without exploiting them and report them to the manufacturers or system owners for remediation.

A(n) _____ Is Someone Who Uncovers Computer Weaknesses and Reveals