Kevin Mitnick

Birthday: 6 August 1963, Van Nuys, California, USA

Birth Name: Kevin David Mitnick

Kevin Mitnick is the world's most famous hacker. Once one of the FBI's Most Wanted because he hacked into over 40 major corporations just for the thrill and challenge, he is now a trusted se ...Show More

Kevin Mitnick is the world's most famous hacker. Once one of the FBI's Most Wanted because he hacked into over 40 major corporations just for the thrill and challenge, he is now a trusted security consultant to the Fortune 500 and governments worldwide. Kevin and the Global Ghost Team now maintain a 100 percent successful track record of being able to penetrate the security of any system they are paid to hack into using a combination of technical exploits and social engineering.Kevin is the top cyber security speaker. He makes appearances around the globe and mentors leaders, executives, and staff on both the theory and practice of social engineering, topics on which he is the leading global authority. Kevin's presentations are akin to technology magic shows which include the latest hacking techniques which are performed live in front of audiences that educate and inform while keeping people on the edge of their seats. He offers expert commentary on issues related to information security and increases "security awareness".Kevin's insights on current events are highly sought, leading to hundreds of media appearances. He has been a commentator, security analyst, or interview subject on CNN, CNBC, Al Jazeera, FOX News, CBC, BBC, Radio Moscow, Tech TV, National Public Radio, Playboy, Good Morning America, and 60 Minutes-to name just a few. He has been called before Congress (both the House and the Senate) to testify on security matters affecting the United States.Kevin's bestselling books include Art of Intrusion: The Real Story Behind the Exploits of Hackers, Intruders and Deceivers and Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element of Security, which are mandatory readings for security professionals. His autobiography, Ghost in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker, a New York Times best seller, is now available in fifteen languages. Hide