Legendary Hacker -- Kevin Mitnick has Died at age 59

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Start date Jul 21, 2023
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Kevin Mitnick, a renowned computer hacker, passed away at the age of 59 after a prolonged battle with pancreatic cancer. His family announced his death, highlighting the tragedy of his passing at a relatively young age. Mitnick is survived by his wife, who is expecting their first child. His legacy as a prominent figure in the hacking community and his subsequent transformation into a security consultant are notable aspects of his life.

Jul 21, 2023

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Jul 21, 2023

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Wow, that's young. According to his family, "he died over the weekend at age 59 after a more than year-long battle with pancreatic cancer."

He is survived by his wife who is pregnant with their first child.

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