Year 1982: When MIT Hacked the Harvard-Yale Football Game
Introduction When delving into this intriguing historical event, I initially asked myself, “How could a football game be hacked?” However, recalling the 1961 Rose Bowl Hoax, I realized that hacking isn’t solely tied to computers. Indeed, it encompasses the meticulously crafted exploits of college students, leveraging wit to execute clever pranks or garner recognition for … Continue reading “Year 1982: When MIT Hacked the Harvard-Yale Football Game”
Rabbits Virus 1969: The First Virus In The Cybersecurity History
Introduction Imagine a time when computers were like rare treasures, and the 1960s were all about funky music and wild colors. In this era, at the University of Washington, something unexpected happened—it was like a sneak attack from a digital troublemaker. This troublemaker had a name: the RABBITS Virus, the very first computer virus ever! … Continue reading “Rabbits Virus 1969: The First Virus In The Cybersecurity History”
The 1961 Rose Bowl Hoax – A Masterpiece of Wit and Social Engineering
Introduction Once upon a time, in the enchanted world of college pranks, a group of audacious minds at Caltech decided to redefine halftime entertainment. Enter the infamous “Fiendish Fourteen”, a group of college students, and their grand masterpiece – The Great Rose Bowl Hoax of 1961. A picturesque Rose Bowl game unfolded between the University … Continue reading “The 1961 Rose Bowl Hoax – A Masterpiece of Wit and Social Engineering”