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Year 1986: When WANK Worm Attacked Stanford University
Introduction Our previous blogs have been testimonials of all the major phreaking incidents that took place in the mid-1950s. It’s safe to say that many hackers’ journeys began with phone phreaking. Therefore, it’s reasonable to assume that phreaking played a role in the evolution of hacking. Phreaking, essentially the manipulation of telephone lines for personal … Continue reading “Year 1986: When WANK Worm Attacked Stanford University”
Year 1986: Congress Enacts The Federal Computer Fraud And Abuse Act
Introduction Since the early days of computing, including the advent of technologies like ARPANET, instances of computer-related crimes have been prevalent. The period from the 1960s to the 1980s witnessed a significant increase in cybercrime and other technology-related offenses. These incidents, often blamed on curious teenagers, had severe consequences for targeted organizations and corporations. This … Continue reading “Year 1986: Congress Enacts The Federal Computer Fraud And Abuse Act”
Year 1981- The Fascinating Tale of Ian Murphy aka Captain Zap
Introduction If you’ve been following our hacking series since day 1, you likely didn’t anticipate the extent of cybercrime incidents, especially given the Internet’s early stages. But brace yourselves for some eye-opening statistics from the world of cybercrime. Currently, it’s a staggering $1.5 trillion industry, with a hacker attack occurring every 39 seconds on average, … Continue reading “Year 1981- The Fascinating Tale of Ian Murphy aka Captain Zap”
1980: The Year Of ARPANET Crash
Introduction Welcome, esteemed readers, to another captivating chapter of our Hacking Series. Today, we embark on a journey through the corridors of cyber history, casting our gaze back to the year 1980. ARPANET, the pioneering network that laid the groundwork for our modern Internet, was pulsated with vitality, interconnecting users in a sprawling digital expanse. … Continue reading “1980: The Year Of ARPANET Crash”
