Hackers attack large and small companies in every industry seeking secrets, notoriety, profits or revenge. This article explores how hacking began, evolved over the years, and what can we expect in the future. The article also examines what organisations and individuals can do to protect themselves against hacking.

This article is part of the PLC multi-jurisdictional guide to corporate crime, fraud and investigations law. For a full list of jurisdictional Q&As visit www.practicallaw.com/corporatecrime-mjg.