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While most teenagers explore the world, some dive into the digital realm of hacking. What drives these teens to become hacking prodigies? Today, we're counting down the top 5 teenage hackers of all time.

James Kosta
At 13, James Kosta found solace in his computer amidst a troubled family situation. His tech skills led him to hack major corporations and military systems, including General Electric. Convicted on 45 counts of technical burglary at 14, he faced a 45-year prison sentence. A judge recognized his potential and gave him a second chance. By 18, he served as a Navy intelligence analyst and later worked for the CIA. He then founded a successful tech company. Today, James is a businessman and motivational speaker.

Matthew Weigman
Legally blind Matthew Weigman, at 14, used his extraordinary hearing to manipulate telephone systems. Introduced to party lines at 11, he learned from other party liners and escalated from pranks to serious offenses. He orchestrated a "swatting" incident, leading to a heavy police response. Eventually, he accessed unlisted numbers from telecom companies, leading to his arrest and an 11-year sentence.

Jonathan James
Jonathan James, “comrade,” made headlines at 15 as the first juvenile in the U.S. to be convicted of hacking. In 1999, he hacked major companies and the Department of Defense, infiltrating NASA’s systems and accessing the ISS source code. This forced NASA to shut down for three weeks, costing $41,000. Despite denying involvement in the 2007 TJX hack, he faced intense scrutiny and, fearing unjust prosecution, committed suicide in 2008.

Michael Calce
Michael Calce, aka MafiaBoy, at 15, launched denial-of-service attacks in 2000, crippling major websites like eBay and Yahoo!. His attacks highlighted internet vulnerabilities, leading to his arrest. In 2001, Michael was sentenced to eight months in a group home, probation, and a fine. He later became a cybersecurity advocate, releasing a book about his exploits and internet security issues.

Richard Pryce
Richard Pryce, "Datastream Cowboy," at 16, along with his partner "Kuji," launched cyber-attacks on the Pentagon in 1994. From his London bedroom, Pryce accessed sensitive military data, causing alarm. Tracked down by U.S. and Scotland Yard agents, Pryce was arrested in 1994. In 1996, he was fined for unauthorized access, highlighting U.S. military cyber vulnerabilities.

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