Mitnick Banned From Security Group

Mitnick Banned From Security Group
Kevin Poulsen, SecurityFocus 2003-02-13

By all accounts ex-hacker Kevin Mitnick created only a modest stir when he sauntered into the December meeting of the Los Angeles chapter of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA). He sat quietly, paid attention, and at the conclusion of the meeting joined with some of the other 60-odd attendees swapping business cards, chatting with fellow computer security workers and discussing his plans for his new consulting business, Defensive Thinking. "He wasn't flashy at all," recalls one chapter member, who didn't recognize Mitnick until the conclusion of the meeting. "He introduced himself as 'Kevin.'"

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mark him bad forever! 2003-02-16
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No girls allowed. 2003-02-13
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No girls allowed. 2003-02-17
Anonymous

Well, Kevin is trying to start a business, and it would probably do his business well if he was a member of a professional organization. I am sure he isn't joining just for his own pleasure, it is most likely a business move.

They certainly have the right to refuse to admit him, and it seems as though they are doing it for legitimate reasons (whether you agree with the decision or not).

Personally, I don't know if Kevin is more talented than others out there who were "in the trenches" while he was in prison. People have said that he might have a lot to contribute to an organization, but I am not so sure. A LOT has happened during his time in prison, and social engineering can only take you so far. I am guessing that he would want to join to learn from the group, not necessarily offer much.

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Did nobody here read Mitnick's book ? 2003-02-16
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