The Real Story of Citibank’s $10M Hack

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The Real Story of Citibank’s $10M Hack

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Jan 9, 2024

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Valdimir Levin is often presented as "the first online bank robber," and appeares on many lists of the "Top 10 Greatest Hackers." But a few veteran Russian hackers cliam that Levin's infamous hack had been mangled by the journlists who wrote about it. What's the truth behind the 1994 $10.7 million Citibank hack?...Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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The Real Story of Citibank’s $10M Hack

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