Famous Hackers

Hacking is a term that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is a term that is used to describe any activity that involves unauthorized access to a computer system or network. While the term “hacker” has become synonymous with criminal activity, there are also “white hat” hackers, who use their skills to help protect and secure computer networks. Here are some of the most famous hackers of all time [1].

1. Kevin Mitnick: Mitnick is one of the most famous hackers in the world, and is also a respected security consultant. He was arrested in 1995 and served five years in prison for his hacking activities. He expertly got beyond corporate security measures from the 1970s until his last arrest in 1995, breaking into some of the most heavily guarded systems like Sun Microsystems, Nokia, Motorola, Netcom, and Digital Equipment Corporation. He is now seen as one of the pioneers of modern-day hacking and security consulting. 
2. Gary McKinnon: McKinnon is a Scottish hacker who gained notoriety in 2002 when he hacked into 97 US military and NASA computers. He was searching for evidence of secret UFO technology and was ultimately convicted of hacking-related offenses in the United States. 
3. Adrian Lamo: Lamo is an American hacker who is best known for his work with The New York Times. He was also responsible for uncovering the identity of U.S. soldier Bradley Manning, who was responsible for leaking classified documents to WikiLeaks. 
4. Jonathan James: James was the first juvenile to be incarcerated for cybercrime in the United States. He was arrested in 2000 after hacking into several computer systems, including those of the United States Department of Defense. 
5. Julian Assange: Assange is the founder of WikiLeaks, an organization that is dedicated to revealing confidential information. He is also known for his involvement in the release of classified documents related to the Iraq War. 

These are just a few of the most famous hackers of all time [1]. While some of them have engaged in illegal activities, others have contributed to the safety and security of computer networks by using their talents. It's crucial to keep in mind that hacking may be used for both good and ill, and it's not necessarily a bad thing.

Publish date: 23 December 2022

References:

1. https://beta.openai.com/playground