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RISKS & SECURITY

White Hat (White Hat Hacker)

Definition

White hat hackers are ethical security researchers who identify vulnerabilities in protocols and report them responsibly to help improve security rather than exploit them.

Example

💡 Example

A white hat discovers a critical bug in a lending protocol and reports it privately to the team, potentially saving millions in user funds.

Risks to Consider

⚠️ Risks
  • Misunderstood intentions
  • Legal complications
  • Insufficient rewards

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