This blog post by Chema Alonso highlights a persistent and evolving cyber threat: the "Hacker for Hire" scam. The author shares a personal anecdote from over fifteen years ago when he was falsely accused of not fulfilling a hacking job he never agreed to, having been impersonated by a scammer. This experience led him to implement several protective measures to safeguard his online identity and prevent others from falling victim to such deceptions.
Alonso details the steps he took, including transforming his personal Facebook account into a page, closing down most messaging channels to centralise communication via his blog and later MyPublicInbox, and verifying his official profiles across social media. He also began actively reporting impersonators and creating a "BuscanHackers" (Looking for Hackers) section on his blog to publicly disavow any illicit services offered in his name. The author explains that these scams often target individuals seeking to perform illegal activities, such as hacking into WhatsApp, stealing data, or erasing incriminating evidence. He warns that those seeking to hire hackers for malicious purposes are likely to be defrauded and may even face extortion.
The post further illustrates the problem with examples of fake cryptocurrency investment schemes and other fraudulent campaigns that have used Alonso's image to lure victims. He firmly reiterates that he does not engage in any illegal hacking activities and urges readers to be wary of anyone claiming to be him and offering such services. If a reader encounters a suspicious profile or is asked to engage in illegal activities, they should always verify through his official channels like MyPublicInbox. Alonso concludes by advising that seeking to hire individuals for illegal acts is a crime, will likely lead to being scammed, and can result in further exploitation. He stresses that if someone claims he helped them with illegal activities, it is a clear sign of a scammer, and readers should be extremely cautious.
Fuente Original: http://www.elladodelmal.com/2026/02/buscanhackers-cuando-quieren.html
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