Human Hacked : My Life and Lessons As the World's First Augmented Ethical Hacker / Len Noe.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Noe, Len, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hackers.

Computer security--Moral and ethical aspects.

Computer security.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (239 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2025]

Summary:

Discover the future of cybersecurity through the eyes of the world's first augmented ethical hacker In Human Hacked: My Life and Lessons as the World's First Augmented Ethical Hacker by Len Noe, a pioneering cyborg with ten microchips implanted in his body, you'll find a startlingly insightful take on the fusion of biology and technology. The author provides a groundbreaking discussion of bio-implants, cybersecurity threats, and defenses. Human Hacked offers a comprehensive guide to understanding an existing threat that is virtually unknown. How to implement personal and enterprise cybersecurity measures in an age where technology transcends human limits and any person you meet might be augmented. The book provides: * Exposure of a subculture of augmented humans hiding in plain sight * Explorations of the frontier of bio-Implants, showing you the latest advancements in the tech and how it paves the way for access to highly restricted technology areas * Discussions of cybersecurity tactics, allowing you to gain in-depth knowledge of phishing, social engineering, MDM restrictions, endpoint management, and more to shield yourself and your organization from unseen threats * A deep understanding of the legal and ethical landscape of bio-implants as it dives into the complexities of protections for augmented humans and the ethics of employing such technologies in the corporate and government sectors Whether you're a security professional in the private or government sector, or simply fascinated by the intertwining of biology and technology, Human Hacked is an indispensable resource. This book stands alone in its category, providing not just a glimpse into the life of the world's first augmented ethical hacker, but also offering actionable insights and lessons on navigating the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Don't miss this essential read on the cutting edge of technology and security.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents at a Glance

Contents

Introduction

What to Expect

Chapter 1 The Human Years

The Odyssey 2

The Commodore 64

Newb Before It Was a Thing

Windows into the Corporate World

A Hacker Is Born

A Life Divided

Flesh Is Stronger Than Steel

Chapter 2 A Change in Direction

Into the Light

Road Warrior

Chapter 3 Symbiotic Attack Vector

Tap-to-Pwn

My First Attack: Dinner and a Show

Chapter 4 Transhumanism: We Who Are Not As Others

A Brief History of Transhumanism

I, Cyborg

Bad Intentions

Notes

Chapter 5 Using Their Laws Against Them

Prepare for Takeoff Seat Backs and Tray Tables

Obfuscation by Law

Chapter 6 A Technological Rebirth

Finding My Techno-shaman

Honey, We Need to Talk

Chapter 7 My First Installs

Human MFA

Touching Digital

Cyberpunk in Downtown Austin

I Am Machine

Physical Meets Biological

Digital Lockpicks

Magnetic Vision

My Tools

Note

Chapter 8 I Am the Cyber Threat

Mobile Devices

L3pr@cy Attack

Fl3h-H00k Attack

Implant a Man-in-the-Middle Attack

Implant Phishing/Smishing Attack

Implant Automation Attack

Physical Access

H@nd-h@k3

Magnetic Tracing

Chapter 9 Living the Transhuman Life

VivoKey Chips

VivoKey Spark 2

VivoKey Apex

Cheeseburger Use Cases

Walletmor

NeXT Chip and BioMagnet

Chapter 10 I'm Hackable

Identity Evolution

Cultural Significance

What Is "Acceptable"?

Am I an Abomination?

Chapter 11 Here There Be Grinders

The PirateBox and PegLeg

The HakLeg

HakLeg Antenna

A Grinder After All

Why Me?

Chapter 12 Current Limitations of Transhuman Technology

Cyber Defense Against Humans

Technological Identification and Mitigation

Phishing Attack Defense.

Smishing Attack Defense

MitM Defense

Technological Work-Life Balance

Physical Access Attacks

Specialized K9 Detection

Chapter 13 The Future of Transhuman Technology

Brain-Computer Interfaces

Invasive BCIs

Early Issues in the Neuralink BCI

Neuro Rights

Partially Invasive BCIs

Noninvasive BCIs

Smart Devices

Internal Power

Sound Power

Glucose-Powered Metabolic Fuel Cell

Kinetic Power

Thermal Power

Batteries

AI: A Necessary Evil

Military Defense/Espionage

Haptics

Chapter 14 Transhuman Rights Are Human Rights

Transhuman Discrimination

The Hypocritic Oath

Transhuman, but Still Human

Chapter 15 My Future as a Transhuman

Final Thoughts

Appendix A: My Hardware

NExT

VivoKey Spark 2 (Cryptobionic)

flexNExT

flexM1 "Magic" 1k

flexEM T5577

Titan-Sensing Biomagnet

flexDF2 DESFire

flexClass (HID iClass)

Appendix B: FAQs

Appendix C: Resources

My Body Mechanics

Organizations, Clubs, and Information Hubs

Implant Distributors

GitHub Repos

Open-Source Tools

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Index

EULA.

Notes:

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Description based on print version record.

Includes index.

ISBN:

9781394269181

1394269188

9781394269174

139426917X