Mark Ludwig

IRL Name: 
Mark Allen Ludwig
Biography: 

Dr. Mark Ludwig spoke at the first two DEFCONs and is known for his virus writing philosophy.

He is the author of the books:
-The Little Black Book of Computer Viruses
-The Giant Black Book of Computer Viruses
-Computer Viruses, Artificial Life and Evolution
-The Little Black Book of Email Viruses

He also ran his own newsletter titled "Computer Virus Developments Quarterly" and at DEFCON 2 gave out a "Best Virus" award.

Facts

Graduated from MIT in two years.

Holds a PhD from Caltech

He died from cancer at age 51.

Rumors

Wanders Arizona deserts before his death

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