Samy Kamkar's Book Recommendations
Samy Kamkar is an American entrepreneur, programmer, and security researcher, best known for his work in ethical hacking and cybersecurity. Kamkar gained notoriety in 2005 for creating the "Samy" worm, one of the fastest-spreading internet worms on MySpace, which led to significant changes in social media security. Following legal consequences, he shifted his focus to ethical hacking and security research. Kamkar has since uncovered numerous vulnerabilities in widely used technologies, from drones to automobiles and mobile devices. He is also the co-founder of Openpath, a company providing mobile access control systems, blending his tech expertise with real-world applications. Kamkar’s work has been featured in leading security conferences, and he is often sought after for his insights on privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging threats in the tech space. He continues to contribute to the hacker community through open-source projects and educational initiatives.
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Influence
Robert B. Cialdini, PhD