The world's most famous hacker reveals the secrets on how citizens and consumers can stay connected and on the grid safely and securely by using cloaking and counter-measures in today's age of Big Brother and Big Data. Your every step online is being tracked and stored, and your identity is easily stolen. Big companies and big governments want to know and exploit what you do, and privacy is a luxury few can afford or understand. In this explosive yet practical book, computer-security expert Kevin Mitnick uses true-life stories to show exactly what is happening without your knowledge and teaches you "the art of invisibility": online and everyday tactics to protect you and your family. Reading this book, you will learn everything from password protection and smart Wi-Fi usage to advanced techniques designed to maximize your anonymity. Invisibility isn't just for superheroes–privacy is a power you need in the age of Big Brother and Big Data.
Kevin D. Mitnick Books
Kevin Mitnick, a world-renowned former computer hacker, transitioned from a cyberspace fugitive to a leading security consultant. His writings delve into the intricate world of deception and intrusion, offering unique insights into the psychological and technical aspects of digital security. Mitnick's work is characterized by its direct examination of how systems can be compromised and the minds that drive such actions. He collaborates with William Simon, an accomplished author with extensive experience in technology and business writing, bringing a polished narrative style to their explorations.
Ghost in the Wires
- 530 pages
- 19 hours of reading
Kevin Mitnick's long-awaited memoir of computer hacking and FBI skirting, revealed now after seven years of government-mandated silence.
The Art of Intrusion
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Hacker extraordinaire Kevin Mitnick delivers an explosive follow-up to his bestselling work, focusing on aiding businesses and governments in combating data thieves and cybervandals. In his previous book, Mitnick illustrated how savvy hackers use "social engineering" to breach even the most secure systems through fictionalized case studies. Now, he presents real-life stories of computer break-ins, revealing how victims could have prevented these incidents. Mitnick's credibility within the hacker community allowed him to gain insights from the perpetrators, sharing their exploits for the first time. Among the stories are a group of friends who won nearly a million dollars in Las Vegas by reverse-engineering slot machines, two teenagers manipulated by terrorists to hack Lockheed Martin's systems, convicts who became hackers inside a Texas prison, and a "Robin Hood" hacker who accessed prominent companies' systems and informed them of their vulnerabilities. With gripping descriptions of actual break-ins, essential security tips for professionals, and Mitnick's sharp commentary, this book is poised to capture a broad audience, drawing interest from law enforcement and the media alike.
The world's most infamous hacker provides an insider's perspective on low-tech threats to high-tech security. Kevin Mitnick's exploits as a fugitive led to one of the most extensive FBI manhunts in history, inspiring numerous articles, films, and documentaries. Since his release from prison in 1998, he has transformed his life and become a highly sought-after computer security expert. In this work, Mitnick emphasizes the human factors in information security, arguing that firewalls and encryption alone cannot thwart a determined grifter or a disgruntled employee. Through captivating true stories of successful attacks on businesses and government, he demonstrates the vulnerability of even the most secure systems to a skilled con artist posing as an authority figure. By narrating from both the attackers' and victims' perspectives, he reveals the reasons behind each attack's success and how they could have been avoided, all in an engaging style reminiscent of true crime. Most importantly, Mitnick offers practical advice for preventing social engineering hacks through effective security protocols, training programs, and manuals that focus on the human element of security.
Nghệ Thuật Ẩn Danh - Bảo mật cá nhân trong kỷ nguyên dữ liệu lớn
- 344 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Trong cuốn sách này, Kevin Mitnick, hacker nổi tiếng nhất thế giới, hướng dẫn các biện pháp đơn giản và tiết kiệm giúp cá nhân và người tiêu dùng bảo vệ thông tin nhận dạng cá nhân trong kỷ nguyên Dữ liệu Lớn, nơi các vụ vi phạm dữ liệu thường xuyên xảy ra. Mitnick phân tích các phương tiện hàng ngày như điện thoại, email và tin nhắn, chỉ ra những lỗ hổng mà kẻ xấu có thể lợi dụng để kiểm soát dữ liệu cá nhân. Ông cung cấp các giải pháp cụ thể và hiệu quả mà bất kỳ ai cũng có thể thực hiện để tự bảo vệ mình. Một giá trị quan trọng của cuốn sách là việc tác giả giải mã niềm tin sai lầm rằng hoạt động trực tuyến của chúng ta là hoàn toàn an toàn và chỉ những kẻ xấu mới cần giấu thông tin cá nhân. Như Mikko Hypponen, nhà nghiên cứu trưởng của F-Secure, đã nói: “Có thể bạn không có gì phải giấu diếm. Nhưng bạn có rất nhiều thứ phải bảo vệ.” Mitnick, từng là hacker bị truy nã quốc tế, hiện là cố vấn an ninh cho các doanh nghiệp Fortune 500 và quản lý hãng tư vấn an ninh Mitnick Security Consulting. Ông cũng là Hacker trưởng của KnowBe4 và thành viên hội đồng cố vấn của Zimperium.