Hacker ethics:

1. Never harm, alter or damage any computers, piece or software, or 
person in any way. 

2. If damage has been done do what is necessary to correct that damage 
and to prevent it from occurring in the future. 

3. Inform computer managers about lapses in their security, when you're 
done exploiting it. 

4. Teach when you are asked to teach, share when you have knowledge to 
spread. Remember that someone had to teach you and you would know 
nothing if others hadn't shared their information with you so return 
the favor and help the spread of hackers. 

5. Be aware of potential vulnerability in all computing environments, 
including the ones you will enter as a hacker. Act discreetly and 
remember that you are not invincible. Forgetting this is how idiots get 
caught. 

6. Persevere, but don't be stupid and don't take greedy risks.