White hat hackers are increasingly frustrated by the challenges they face in disclosing vulnerabilities. Unlike black hat hackers, who profit directly from exploiting targets, white hats often encounter legal and reputational concerns. They frequently report vulnerabilities to project teams, hoping for bounties or recognition, only to receive dismissive responses such as "we already know," "it's a feature, not a bug," or "no bounty available." This environment leads to disillusionment among ethical hackers, who feel their efforts are undervalued and sometimes even accused of extortion. The disparity between the treatment of white and black hat hackers raises questions about the effectiveness of current security practices and the incentives for ethical hacking. As white hats struggle to gain recognition and fair compensation, the cybersecurity industry must address these issues to prevent the potential "blackening" of frustrated ethical hackers and to keep pace with malicious actors.