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Upon his release in 1995, the internet boom presented new opportunities for Max, but his criminal record hindered his ability to find legitimate work in technology. He reinvented himself as “Max Ray Vision” and began sharing pirated music and software online. Although he faced a hefty lawsuit, his willingness to collaborate with the Software Publishers Association eventually caught the FBI’s attention.
Serving as an informant, Max identified websites engaged in illegal activities, temporarily diverting from crime. However, the allure proved too strong. During this period, he unearthed a significant vulnerability in crucial internet software known as BIND, which allowed him unauthorized access to military and government servers, further striding down the path of exploitation.