Year 1986: Chaos Computer Club Breaches German Government Computer; Exposes Chernobyl Data
Chernobyl & the Chaos Computer Club On the quiet night of April 26th, 1986, the city of Chernobyl slept peacefully until the sudden wailing of fire brigades woke them up. Looking outside their windows, the residents of Chernobyl saw a massive fire emerging from the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. After several inquiries, the residents heard … Continue reading “Year 1986: Chaos Computer Club Breaches German Government Computer; Exposes Chernobyl Data”
Year 1983: Kevin Mitnick Gets Arrested For Illegally Accessing The ARPANET
Introduction Kevin Mitnick’s unparalleled hacking skills has cemented his status as one of the greatest hackers of all time, making him a focal point of our hacking series and sparking a wealth of captivating tales about his life. A legend in the hacking world, Mitnick earned the infamous title of “America’s Most Wanted Computer Outlaw” … Continue reading “Year 1983: Kevin Mitnick Gets Arrested For Illegally Accessing The ARPANET”
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”
Year 1981: The Hacking of Pacific Bell’s COSMOS Phone Centre
Introduction The early years of Kevin Mitnick have been nothing short of fascinating. From his humble beginnings as a hacker, phone phreaker, and social engineer, Mitnick’s journey has been filled with intrigue and controversy. While we’ve read about his infamous exploits in our previous blogs, today, we invite you to join us for yet another … Continue reading “Year 1981: The Hacking of Pacific Bell’s COSMOS Phone Centre”
1979 DEC Breach: Kevin Mitnick’s First Cyber Intrusion
Introduction In the history of cybersecurity, some events have really stood out and shaped how we protect our digital systems. One such event happened in 1979 when a 16-year-old named Kevin Mitnick breached the Ark computer system at Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC). This blog takes a close look at Mitnick’s first unauthorized access, exploring how … Continue reading “1979 DEC Breach: Kevin Mitnick’s First Cyber Intrusion”
Decrypting History: The Enigma of the 1834 French Telegraph Cyber Attack Unveiled
Introduction In the vast timeline of human history, the development of communication systems stands as a testament to our relentless pursuit of connection and progress. From the ancient art of conveying messages through smoke signals to the groundbreaking invention of telegraph systems, every step forward has expanded our horizons and brought us closer together. These … Continue reading “Decrypting History: The Enigma of the 1834 French Telegraph Cyber Attack Unveiled”