Serious Discussion Why would a hacker attack you?

[Parkinsond]

Some are sadist

Hacking for hacking's sake, like art for art's sake.

 

[Divergent]

Tier 1
Cyberbullying and Online Harassment (Most Likely)

This is the most common type of online malicious activity and aligns with much of the evidence presented in these posts.

Assessment

The screenshots showing in-game chat, Discord messages, and social media posts are hallmarks of targeted cyberbullying. This is a form of harassment that leverages personal information, often obtained through social engineering or public sources, to cause emotional distress. The attackers may be "a couple of kids," but the impact can be significant. Their motivation is often cruelty, notoriety within a small group, or a desire for a sense of power.

Recommendations

Disengage and Block

Do not engage with the harassers. Block them on all platforms.

Document Everything

Keep a detailed record of all harassing messages, including dates, times, and screenshots. This is crucial for any future reports.

Report to Platforms

Report the abusive accounts to the respective platforms (Discord, Reddit, X.com, etc.). Their terms of service prohibit this kind of behavior.

Inform Law Enforcement

If the harassment includes threats or doxxing (publishing private information), it should be reported to local law enforcement. Cyberbullying is a crime.



Tier 2
Targeted Hacking with a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) (Possible)

This scenario involves a higher level of technical skill than simple cyberbullying but is far from a nation-state operation.

Assessment

The users belief that their devices are being monitored could be explained by a RAT. These are often spread through malicious downloads (e.g., pirated software, email attachments) and can give an attacker control over a device, including the webcam and microphone. The claim that the attackers mentioned a "firmware rootkit" could be a bluff to intimidate the user and make their capabilities seem more advanced than they are.

Recommendations

The advice provided by " @Victor M " is excellent and aligns with industry best practices.

Device Reset

Perform a full factory reset on the iPhone and a clean installation of the operating system on the PC. Do not restore from backups, as they may be compromised. Manually reinstall applications from official sources.

Secure Accounts

Change all passwords for all online accounts, especially email. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) everywhere it is available.

Network Security

Secure your Wi-Fi network with a strong password and consider using a reputable VPN service.

Endpoint Protection

Use a high-quality security suite on your computer.



Tier 3
Nation-State Level Operation (Highly Unlikely)

As I noted earlier this is the least likely scenario.

Assessment

The resources required for the kind of attack described (zero-click exploits, firmware rootkits) are immense and typically reserved for high-value targets like journalists, activists, and political figures. Using such assets on an ordinary citizen for personal reasons would be an extraordinary waste of resources and risk exposing these valuable tools.

Recommendations

Professional Consultation

If, after taking all the steps above, the activity persists, and you have credible reason to believe you are the target of a state-level actor, the appropriate course of action is to contact national law enforcement agencies that specialize in cybercrime, such as the FBI in the United States

 

[Rov123]

If they are not nation state, then how do they have so much power? I am telling you these people have hacking skills rivaling nation state.
iPhone hacks and remote access are only possible for APT hackers to perform, and I witnessed first hand how sophisticated it is, it is almost magic like.
They have remote view of my computer screen, follow me everywhere online, see what I wrote online on discord and regurgitate it back to me to bully or intimidate, cyberbullying as many have stated. Why would a nation state engage in cyberbullying? It makes no sense, this particular individual, the main perpetrator behind this is known as Catherine or Katherine, and I don't know how this person have this much power and control.

This is what's baffling me, they are nation state in terms of power, and engage in silly petty, small minded activities like cyberbullying and other agendas for low level criminals.

Also, I've reported to the FBI multiple times on IC3.GOV, they don't do ##### or get back to me. I wrote essays.

Tier 1
Cyberbullying and Online Harassment (Most Likely)

This is the most common type of online malicious activity and aligns with much of the evidence presented in these posts.

Assessment

The screenshots showing in-game chat, Discord messages, and social media posts are hallmarks of targeted cyberbullying. This is a form of harassment that leverages personal information, often obtained through social engineering or public sources, to cause emotional distress. The attackers may be "a couple of kids," but the impact can be significant. Their motivation is often cruelty, notoriety within a small group, or a desire for a sense of power.

Recommendations

Disengage and Block

Do not engage with the harassers. Block them on all platforms.

Document Everything

Keep a detailed record of all harassing messages, including dates, times, and screenshots. This is crucial for any future reports.

Report to Platforms

Report the abusive accounts to the respective platforms (Discord, Reddit, X.com, etc.). Their terms of service prohibit this kind of behavior.

Inform Law Enforcement

If the harassment includes threats or doxxing (publishing private information), it should be reported to local law enforcement. Cyberbullying is a crime.



Tier 2
Targeted Hacking with a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) (Possible)

This scenario involves a higher level of technical skill than simple cyberbullying but is far from a nation-state operation.

Assessment

The users belief that their devices are being monitored could be explained by a RAT. These are often spread through malicious downloads (e.g., pirated software, email attachments) and can give an attacker control over a device, including the webcam and microphone. The claim that the attackers mentioned a "firmware rootkit" could be a bluff to intimidate the user and make their capabilities seem more advanced than they are.

Recommendations

The advice provided by " @Victor M " is excellent and aligns with industry best practices.

Device Reset

Perform a full factory reset on the iPhone and a clean installation of the operating system on the PC. Do not restore from backups, as they may be compromised. Manually reinstall applications from official sources.

Secure Accounts

Change all passwords for all online accounts, especially email. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) everywhere it is available.

Network Security

Secure your Wi-Fi network with a strong password and consider using a reputable VPN service.

Endpoint Protection

Use a high-quality security suite on your computer.



Tier 3
Nation-State Level Operation (Highly Unlikely)

As I noted earlier this is the least likely scenario.

Assessment

The resources required for the kind of attack described (zero-click exploits, firmware rootkits) are immense and typically reserved for high-value targets like journalists, activists, and political figures. Using such assets on an ordinary citizen for personal reasons would be an extraordinary waste of resources and risk exposing these valuable tools.

Recommendations

Professional Consultation

If, after taking all the steps above, the activity persists, and you have credible reason to believe you are the target of a state-level actor, the appropriate course of action is to contact national law enforcement agencies that specialize in cybercrime, such as the FBI in the United States

 

[Trident]

But I just winna mention that all flights from Vegas to the UK used to land at Heathrow Terminal 3, now they changed it to 5. So it's a known fact that everyone travelling from Vegas will be at HTRW 3/5... There is no hacking or spying involved.

 

[Rov123]

But I just winna mention that all flights from Vegas to the UK used to land at Heathrow Terminal 3, now they changed it to 5. So it's a known fact that everyone travelling from Vegas will be at HTRW 3/5... There is no hacking or spying involved.

Ok that could have been me being extra paranoid from being harassed like this, so maybe I was wrong and it was definitely a coincidence. However, like I've stated, they've done this sort of harassment countless times, these are just a few instances I've uploaded here.

 

[Trident]

Ok that could have been me being extra paranoid from being harassed like this, so maybe I was wrong and it was definitely a coincidence. However, like I've stated, they've done this sort of harassment countless times, these are just a few instances I've uploaded here.

Can you upload a few more instances please?

 

[Parkinsond]

Ok that could have been me being extra paranoid from being harassed like this, so maybe I was wrong and it was definitely a coincidence. However, like I've stated, they've done this sort of harassment countless times, these are just a few instances I've uploaded here.

As a free medical tip, if covered by your medical insurance, ask for thyroid chemistry check (TSH with or without T3 levels).

 

[Rov123]

Can you upload a few more instances please?

I got fed up with the stalking, so I contacted her friend, and she was acting so friendly with me in the beginning and out of nowhere, she started attacking me, "too expensive" "laughing emoji", "go hire private investigator". I confronted her and she started saying "I don't know what you're talking about looooool", trolling, etc.
Prior to this, I wrote on my Reddit account that I was going to hire a private investigator against the person, and she probably shared it with this friend of hers, and she regurgitated back to me to I guess "cyberbully".

This is Katherine's confession I found when I told her to leave me alone. "Other methods without breaking the law". "destroy this bitch's life"

This person, whoever it is, is insane and psychotic, and a severe bully and has been targeting me and hacked me for years, and I don't even know who this is. They have APT level hacking skills, and engage in petty drama and bullying, makes no sense at all.

 

[Trident]

Excuse my questions if you find them intrusive, what's your gender? How old are you?

 

[Rov123]

Excuse my questions if you find them intrusive, what's your gender? How old are you?

male, 24. These hackers, psycho I call them are female, they're like late 20s or 30. Chinese, they have huge criminal network, multiple guys and girls involved.
I mean, recent FBI discovery of the Group 764 online that's been terrorizing kids and internet users, shed some light on the possibilities of some dark, twisted, evil agendas group out there, and this is just one of them.

 

[Trident]

male, 24. These hackers, psycho I call them are female, they're like late 20s or 30. Chinese, they have huge criminal network, multiple guys and girls involved.

Ok bro, but why would they refer to you as "bitch" and what's the story with the dad? How are you related to dad? Very generic post, this is probably not related to you.

 

[Rov123]

Ok bro, but why would they refer to you as "bitch" and what's the story with the dad? How are you related to dad?

I verbally attacked her basically, and acted in a way that's apparently similar to her dad, so she called me a bitch. Maybe because I acted like one, and deserved it but I do not deserve to have my life ruined by mere words I've spewed, and justified by the way.

 

[Trident]

So what actions did you take, did you change all passwords, scan any device with Norton Power Eraser (Windows)?

 

[Rov123]

So what actions did you take, did you change all passwords, scan any device with Norton Power Eraser (Windows)?

You don't think I've tried almost everything after all these years? Nothing works aside from going blank slate and complete isolation of all devices, they have hacking skills rivaling APT.
If I am correct on this, these people are some extreme criminal group, similar to Group 764, except they have elite hacking skills, and engage in cyberbullying, harassment, and destruction online abusing that hacking power. I don't know how they have so much resources to do this but they do.

 

[Trident]

Well, just know that whatever they say is not important. You are not worthless, cuck... not even sure why and how, rat and bastard, this is how I talk to my friends. Whatever they've shown, good on them... do you lack confidence?

 

[Zero Knowledge]

Isn't there a help line or something for people like this in distress, and honestly what the hell did I just read?

If I am correct on this, these people are some extreme criminal group, similar to Group 764, except they have elite hacking skills, and engage in cyberbullying, harassment, and destruction online abusing that hacking power. I don't know how they have so much resources to do this but they do.

 

[Rov123]

Well, just know that whatever they say is not important. You are not worthless, cuck... not even sure why and how, rat and bastard, this is how I talk to my friends. Whatever they've shown, good on them... do you lack confidence?

Yeah I mean I grew up in a terrible household, my self esteem was eroded by abusers. I went online to the internet world and vented my ass off, and said very demeaning stuff about myself as a coping mechanism or to process trauma, and these hackers just happen to be there and utilize or weaponized it and put me in the spotlight for many people to see, adding in more and more trauma.
At least I'm still mentally well to work and function, but yeah.
I don't even know when or how they got in, they hinted to having been here since 2015.

 

[Trident]

Yeah I mean I grew up in a terrible household, my self esteem was eroded by abusers. I went online to the internet world and vented my ass off, and said very demeaning stuff about myself as a coping mechanism or to process trauma, and these hackers just happen to be there and utilize or weaponized it and put me in the spotlight for many people to see, adding in more and more trauma.
At least I'm still mentally well to work and function, but yeah.

Why don't you leave all these toxic places like Discord, Reddit and so on (I avoid them like plague) and start going on, going to the gym and you know...? All the stuff suitable for a 24-year-old dude...
Also, gym helps with stress.

 

[Victor M]

Why don't you leave all these toxic places like Discord, Reddit and so on (I avoid them like plague) and start going on, going to the gym and you know...? All the stuff suitable for a 24-year-old dude...

Good advice. Stop visiting those sites. You won't find true friends there.

 

[Rov123]

Also I want to point out it's not just what they've said or done, but the way and how deliberate they've done it. It's very sneaky, sadistic, cruel, and backhanded, covert, to make you read it and get a rise out of you, to evade accountability and law enforcement, while hiding cowardly behind innuendos and ambiguity. They also blame you that if you get triggered by what they write and read it, that you have a big/fragile ego etc. because in their mind, if you don't have a big ego, you just let that fly or something. They also intentionally invited hot women into this mess, so the damage is amplified, to emasculate me, humiliate, dehumanize as they've confessed. They invite girls I've chatted online, and x.com girls I visit daily, etc.

So yes, hacking used to induce severe cyberbullying. Just look at Amanda Todd, she killed herself because of situations like these.