Hacking is frequently exaggerated in films and television programs, which portray it as a simple, thrilling process in which hackers can easily breach networks. The public’s perception of cybersecurity is distorted by this representation. Unlike the glamorous, quick success shown on TV, hacking is actually far more complicated and requires specialized equipment, patience, and in-depth expertise. These exaggerated portrayals may lead to misconceptions regarding the difficulties faced by cybersecurity experts. People either overestimate the skills of hackers or underestimate the hazards of cyberattacks as a result of the media’s oversimplification, which fuels anxiety or misplaced confidence about digital security concerns. Society’s perception of hackers and system security professionals is impacted by this misconception.