Ghost in the Wires
Ghost in the Wires
Kevin Mitnick
Thomas Frank
I love stuff at the intersection of crime and computers. - Thomas Frank
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Ghost in the Wires

Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker

Kevin Mitnick
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Kevin Mitnick
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In "Ghost in the Wires," Kevin Mitnick, the world's most infamous hacker, takes us on a breathtaking journey through the digital underbelly of the corporate and technological giants of the late 20th century. With the finesse of a master storyteller, Mitnick recounts his audacious escapades, breaking into the seemingly impregnable fortresses of companies like Sun Microsystems, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Nokia—without a hint of malice but an insatiable curiosity and a knack for social engineering. This memoir is not just a chronicle of hacking feats; it's a thrilling adventure that pits a brilliant mind against the mechanisms of control and surveillance, challenging our perceptions of security and privacy. Mitnick's narrative is a fascinating exploration of the hacker's psyche, driven more by the thrill of the chase and the puzzle's allure than any tangible rewards. Through his eyes, we see the evolution of hacking from a solitary pursuit of knowledge to a global phenomenon with profound implications for society. "Ghost in the Wires" is more than a tale of technological trespass; it's a deeply human story of ambition, obsession, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. As we delve into Mitnick's world, we are forced to question the ethical boundaries of the digital age, making this memoir a must-read not only for tech enthusiasts but for anyone captivated by the complexities of the human spirit.

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Released
2011
15 Aug
Length
413
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I love stuff at the intersection of crime and computers. - Thomas Frank
I went to prison for my hacking. Now people hire me to do the same things I went to prison for, but in a legal and beneficial way.
— Kevin Mitnick, Ghost in the Wires

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