Meet: Anonymous

History of Hacking and Hackers

Hacking has been around since the early days of computers. It began as a way for people to explore the inner workings of computers and networks, and to find ways to make them more efficient. As technology advanced, so did the sophistication of hackers. By the late 1980s, hackers had become a major threat to computer networks and systems.

Hackers are people who use their knowledge of computers and networks to gain unauthorized access to systems and networks. They can use this access to steal data, disrupt services, or even cause physical damage. Hackers can be motivated by a variety of reasons, including financial gain, political activism, or simply the challenge of breaking into a system.

Who are Anonymous?

Anonymous is a loosely organized group of hackers and activists who have been active since 2003. They are known for their use of the internet to launch cyber attacks against governments, corporations, and other organizations. They are also known for their use of the Guy Fawkes mask, which has become a symbol of their movement.

Anonymous is not a single organization, but rather a collective of individuals who share a common goal. They are united by their opposition to censorship and their commitment to freedom of expression. They have been involved in a variety of causes, including the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, and the fight against internet censorship.

The Biggest Anonymous Attacks

Anonymous has been involved in some of the biggest cyber attacks in history. In 2011, they launched a series of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks against the websites of major banks, including Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Citigroup. In 2012, they launched a similar attack against the websites of the US Department of Justice and the Recording Industry Association of America.

In 2013, they launched an attack against the websites of the Syrian government in protest of the country’s civil war. They also launched a series of attacks against the websites of the Church of Scientology in protest of the church’s policies.

Anonymous in Russia’s War Against Ukraine 2022

Anonymous has been involved in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. In 2014, they launched a series of DDoS attacks against the websites of the Russian government in protest of the country’s involvement in the conflict. In 2017, they launched a similar attack against the websites of the Ukrainian government in protest of the country’s involvement in the conflict.

In 2022, Anonymous is expected to continue to be involved in the conflict. They are likely to launch more cyber attacks against the websites of the Russian and Ukrainian governments in protest of their involvement in the conflict. They may also launch attacks against other organizations involved in the conflict, such as the United Nations or NATO.