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Is ethical hacking just a trendy label for people who couldn’t get a real IT job?
With AI-driven security tools automating routine tasks, the line between skilled penetration testers and self-taught hobbyists is blurring, raising questions about the true value of ethical hacking credentials. Cast your vote to share your take on whether this field is a legitimate career path or a rebranded fallback.
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