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I've Been Hacked

Certified Network & Cyber Security Engineers

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Personal Vendetta

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I've Been Hacked is the most trusted Network & Security company on the coast. We have over 30 years experience in all things IT, serving major corporations such as Dreamworld & Newscorp Australia, as well as 5000+ general clients.

Dealing with Hacking Out Of Malice

In today’s interconnected world, the threat of cyberattacks has expanded beyond financial gain and identity theft. Increasingly, individuals are finding themselves targeted by hackers driven by personal vendettas. Whether it's a grudge from a former colleague, a dispute with an acquaintance, or retaliation for a personal conflict, being hacked out of malice can be a deeply distressing experience. If you’re grappling with this unsettling reality, here’s a guide to understanding and managing the impact of a personal vendetta hack.

Identify An Attack

Recognising that the hack stems from a personal vendetta is crucial in understanding how to respond. Unlike typical cybercrimes motivated by financial gain or data theft, a vendetta-driven attack often involves:


  • Targeted Information: The hacker may focus on personal or sensitive information specifically related to the individual.
  • Harassment: The attack might be accompanied by threatening messages, defamatory posts, or attempts to damage personal relationships.
  • Unusual Methods: The hacker may use unconventional or personal tactics to gain access, such as social engineering or exploiting personal details.

Performing An Investigation

In the cases of malicious attacks, they can be very personalised. Their core objective is to cause pain & difficulty to their target. Our objective during an investigation is to trace back the source & gather evidence for potential legal pursuits at a later stage.


We understand this can be a very difficult process & can support you through every step of the way. At the end of investigations, you will have a pathway forward to continue on with your life.

Protecting You Against Threats

Irrespective of the outcome of investigations, we will still endeavour to make sure that you & your devices are safe. We will do a full security audit on your devices & network to determine potential weak points that could be exploitable by your estranged partner or by outside threats.


Get in touch to book a consultation today.

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Frequently Asked Private Investigation Questions

  • I'm Scared That If I Get Help My Attacker Will Find Out

    All of our matters are considered private & we take all measures to keep investigations from interfering with what can be potentially sensitive situations.


    Our best interests are first and foremost making sure you are safe.

  • Can You Provide A Report For My Case?

    Yes, all of our investigations will finish in an in-depth report with all of our findings. You are welcome to use this as evidence in court.

  • Can You Install Surveillance?

    Yes! For cases where domestic abuse is involved, we can provide an array of extremely subtle survellance tools to capture needed evidence. 


    Also in cases of defence, we can fit your home with high level camera systems with deterrent features.

Find Our Office

We are located in the heart of Southport at the address 15 Welch St, shop 8, Southport.

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