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 Book order (chronological)
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 art of deception : controlling the human element of security
- 366 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Focusing on the human factors involved with information security, this book explains why all the firewalls and encryption protocols in the world will never be enough to stop a savvy grifter intent on rifling a corporate database or an irate employee determined to crash a system.