Famous Hackers

1. There have been many famous hackers over the years, both for their notable achievements and their controversial activities. Here are some examples:



2. Kevin Mitnick: He is a former black hat hacker who was once on the FBI's Most Wanted List for his activities in the 1990s. After serving five years in prison, he became an ethical hacker and now runs a security consultancy firm.



3. Adrian Lamo: He gained notoriety for hacking into the systems of high-profile companies, including The New York Times and Microsoft. He died in 2018 at the age of 37.



4. Gary McKinnon: He is a British hacker who gained unauthorized access to US government computer systems, including NASA and the Pentagon. He claimed to be searching for evidence of UFOs and was eventually extradited to the US to face trial.



5. Jonathan James: He was the first juvenile to be imprisoned for cybercrime in the US after he hacked into various high-profile systems, including the US Department of Defense and NASA.



6. Albert Gonzalez: He was a prominent cybercriminal who orchestrated several major data breaches, including the theft of millions of credit card numbers from major retailers.



7. Anonymous: A loosely affiliated group of hacktivists who have carried out various high-profile attacks on government agencies, corporations, and other organizations.



8. Edward Snowden: A former CIA employee and government contractor who leaked classified information about government surveillance programs.

These are just a few examples of some of the most famous hackers in history. It's important to note that not all hackers engage in illegal activities, and some use their skills for ethical purposes.