

Eli (Acid Freak)
Member/co-founder of the Masters of Deception known for phone system exploits and recruiting other hackers; featured here via interview excerpts describing MOD activities and mindset.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 1h 7min
169: MoD
Eli, known as Acid Freak, co-founded the Masters of Deception, a notorious hacker group that outshined the Legion of Doom. He shares captivating insights into MoD's gritty exploits, including their origins and playful hacks on pay phones. The group’s infamous intrusion claims, including a purported White House breach, highlight their notoriety. Eli recounts dramatic rivalries, surveillance by the Secret Service, and the legal challenges that ensued, culminating in the gradual demise of the hacker golden age.


