Science and Technology

"Ghosts in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker"

Kevin Mitnick

About the Program

Former computer hacker Kevin Mitnick recounts his three years on the run from the FBI after drawing attention for his illegal access to major corporations computer networks, including Pacific Bell, Motorola, and Sun Microsystems.  Mr. Mitnick, who was captured in 1995, served nearly five years in prison.  He is currently a security consultant who has testified before the U.S. Senate on information security.  Kevin Mitnick speaks at the Half King Bar & Restaurant in New York City.  

About the Authors

Kevin Mitnick

Kevin Mitnick is the founder of Mitnick Security Consulting, LLC and has testified before the U.S. Senate on information security.  He is the author of The Art of Intrusion and The Art of Deception.  For more information, visit mitnicksecurity.com.


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"Ghosts in the Wires: My Adventures as the World's Most Wanted Hacker"

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Past Airings

  • Sunday, January 1st at 5am (ET)
  • Saturday, December 31st at 11am (ET)
  • Saturday, September 24th at 8am (ET)
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