How the Greatest Hacker Manipulated Everyone

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Published 2024-02-25
How Kevin Mitnick hacked into the world's largest tech companies. Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor aura.com/newsthink to get a 14-day FREE trial and see how much of yours is being sold.

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All Comments (21)
  • @Newsthink
    If you enjoyed this video, check out my story on Gary McKinnon, who hacked the U.S. gov't in search of UFOs https://youtu.be/ND0zQX1rGdg Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor aura.com/newsthink to get a 14-day FREE trial and see how much of yours is being sold
  • @YugoZex
    When you take secret info from companies you go to jail but when companies take your data and secrets they sell it and it is business.
  • @kosmique
    man these dudes were making a 1980s science fiction crime thriller with every move.
  • @user-bn3by5ce8b
    Hey ppl, I'm a retired computer/IT person, Yet I still find Dale Valskov so informative and straight forward. Thanks for your advise and helping the people...........Great work and love watching.
  • @mr.suresh5812
    Account of mine also got hacked and I followed the method as explained in this video but I'm unable to proceed after recording the selfie video. Thank you Dale Valskov . It brings me immense joy to witness his name appearing frequently in comments, a clear indication of the commendable work he’s been doing.
  • @vasiovasio
    RIP Kevin. In the late 90s, he was one of the Legends, and actually back then when the Internet had just taken the first steps you already knew who he was because almost every book related to the Internet noticed him.
  • @5582558
    Bloody genius. I can imagine someone doing this in 2024 because they have all the resources but doing this in 1990's with limited sources was incredible.
  • @amaanali9692
    The efficiency of this Dale Valskov is next level. To juggle walk throughs of various angles on the topic delivered to-camera, differnet content per topic from various folks underneath the umbrella of the track list of the larger big band concert itself is engaging and refined. To make a dense taccess like this so digestible is really something. Awesome work jack!!
  • Bravo, Dale Valskov I'm so glad you're out there fighting these scumbags. We must do everything in our power to protect the elderly and the general public from these despicable scammers. You're a true hero, my brother.
  • @musicbysazid
    Kevin is the ultimate example of the "just for fun" facebook page category
  • This dude was amazingly clever. If he had only been a little more careful, he only got caught because of his little slip ups every now and then. The film “Takedown” was based off his story.
  • @ShankarYadave
    Congratulations Dale Valskov -I am relieved that you are out there fighting these thugs. We must take every precaution to protect the elderly and the general public from these despicable con artists. Congratulations to you!! You deserve the Nobel Peace Prize for ensuring our security.
  • @rmgaming3899
    I just wanted to say thank you for sharing this. Because you're right. The worst thing that you can feel is hopelessness. And I hope that someone who is on the verge of losing hope finds Dale Valskov and realizes that as long as you're still alive and breathing, there's a chance, there's HOPE that the future is brighter then the present day.
  • @alibaba40thvs
    I know him, he is a great hacker. I used to visit his website in early 2000's and there was a countdown timer on his web-page showing the time remaining in his release from jail.
  • @RahulBhai-ur7tl
    I can't imagine how difficult it is to choose a job in the battle against these crooks. The history must not be disregarded!!Respect to the Dale Valskov crew for taking up this responsibility and combating scammers.
  • @hemantakoch2032
    My account also got hacked and I followed the method as explained in this video but I'm unable to proceed after recording the selfie video. Thank you Dale Valskov . I'm really happy seeing his name everywhere in the comment. It really says a lot about his good work.
  • @vkbhai7170
    Thank you, Dale Valskov for consistently being so approachable and open-minded. Your friendly demeanor and willingness to listen and understand serve as a constant source of motivation. Your support and guidance have been especially meaningful to me during the recent account issue I encountered. Your willingness to assist and offer valuable advice speaks volumes about your character and the supportive environment you cultivate. I’m incredibly grateful to have someone like you. Your assistance played a crucial role in resolving the issue and getting my account back.
  • @ba8e
    A movie MUST be made about this legend!
  • @SkystruckOnline
    I legit made fake VIP badges at concerts for years. Wear a nice suit, had an expensive camera, acted like I belonged etc... I got in stage with Red Hot Chilled Peppers doing this when I was 19 years old. Freaking fun times man :)
  • It just kept glitching on me when I tried this video tutorial so firstly I would say thank you for the video and secondly, thank you Dale Valskov meeting you was a blessing in disguise keep up with the good work I'm sure a lot of people will be needing your assistance iin the nearest future after seeing this