Kevin Mitnick Flashcards
When was Kevin Mitnick born?
August 6, 1963
Where was Kevin Mitnick born?
Van Nuys, California
What early activity showed Mitnick’s interest in exploiting systems?
Manipulating the Los Angeles bus system using punch cards for free rides
Kevin Mitnick is known for pioneering what specific type of hacking technique?
Social engineering
Which corporations did Kevin Mitnick famously hack?
Nokia, IBM, Motorola
How long was Kevin Mitnick in prison?
Five years
What is the title of one of Kevin Mitnick’s books about hacking and deception?
The Art of Deception
Mitnick’s hacking activities primarily took place in which decades?
1980s and early 1990s
What technological development was in its early stages during Mitnick’s hacking career?
The internet
Why was Kevin Mitnick put on the FBI’s most-wanted list?
For hacking into major corporations and government systems
After serving his sentence, what career did Kevin Mitnick pursue?
White-hat hacking and cybersecurity consulting
What was the impact of Kevin Mitnick’s hacking on cybersecurity?
It exposed vulnerabilities in corporate and government systems, leading to improved security measures
How is Kevin Mitnick remembered today?
As both an infamous hacker and a respected cybersecurity expert
What is a ‘white-hat’ hacker?
A hacker who uses their skills to improve security by finding vulnerabilities
Why was Kevin Mitnick held in solitary confinement during his imprisonment?
The government feared he could start a nuclear war by hacking defense systems with a phone call
