10 Legendary Hackers Who Shook the Digital World

9. Sven Jaschan

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In 2004, Sven Jaschan was behind 70% of the malware circulating online, this is due to his creation of the Netsky and Sasser worms. After a three-month investigation, he was arrested and confessed to the German police.

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Microsoft had offered a $250,000 reward for information leading to his capture. Jaschan was turned in by a classmate who wanted the bounty after Jaschan bragged about his exploits. Following his sentence, he now works for a security company, like many other famous hackers.

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