is python language also used for hacking

Answer 1

Well python often uses databases such as sql, with sql you can do sql injection which is hacking

Answer 2

Hackers and crackers use Python quite often, because they need a tool they can use to quickly create ways to hack things. And whenever speed is a concern, they code the crucial parts in C.

This way they can "quickly" adapt to new environments.

Answer 3

you can write many password cracking script on the fly