The steps in malicious hacking are:

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Accepted Answer

Reconnaissance; scanning; gaining access; maintaining
access; covering, clearing tracks, and installing back doors

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Reconnaissance; preparation; gaining access;
maintaining access; covering, clearing tracks, and installing back doors

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Reconnaissance; scanning; gaining access; maintaining
access; malicious activity

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Reconnaissance; scanning; gaining access; disengaging;
covering, clearing tracks, and installing back doors

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