cost of hiring a hacker

Introduction：

1、Ethical Hacker Salary in 2025 [Freshers and Experienced]

2、A message from John Furrier, co-founder of SiliconANGLE：

Ethical Hacker Salary in 2025 [Freshers and Experienced] ♂

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A message from John Furrier, co-founder of SiliconANGLE： ♂

　　Google LLC’s Threat Analysis Group said today it has?blocked more than 30 malicious domains linked to hack-for-hire groups from Russia, India and the United Arab Emirates.

　　The hack-for-hire firms have been actively targeting Gmail and Amazon Web Services Inc. accounts, among others, to carry out corporate espionage attacks against companies, human rights activists and journalists. The groups are said to take advantage of known security flaws when undertaking campaigns opportunistically.

　　Unlike commercial surveillance vendors who generally sell a capability to hack accounts to an end user to operate, hack-for-hire groups conduct the attacks themselves. Some hack-for-hire groups openly advertise their products and services to anyone willing to pay, while others work more discreetly, selling to a limited audience.

　　In one example, the researchers observed Indian hack-for-hire groups working with third-party private investigative services to provide data exfiltrated from a successful operation. The breadth of targets in hack-for-hire campaigns is said to stand in contrast to government-backed operations, which often have a more precise delineation of a mission and marks.

　　As a result of the research, all identified websites being used by the hack-for-hire groups have been added to Google’s Safe Browsing feature to protect users from further harm. The researchers also encourage users to enable Advance Protection and Google Account Level Enhance Safe Browsing to ensure that all devices are updated.

　　Google’s CyberCrime Investigation Group also shared the relevant details and indicators with law enforcement.

　　“We applaud Google’s Threat Analysis Group for taking action on these malicious domains used by hacker-for-hire groups,” Sean McNee, chief technology officer at cyber threat intelligence company DomainTools LLC, told SiliconANGLE. “These domains are a part of a larger concerted effort by APTs or other well-funded adversaries to achieve their desired outcomes via outsourced malicious activity.”

　　McNee explained that because hiding domain registration and infrastructure creation is becoming easier, network defenders need to move faster and be more nimble to track newly registered or active domains, as well as monitor internet infrastructure changes to resources connecting to their networks or sending them an email or other messages.

Related questions

The cost of hiring a hacker varies widely depending on the service, target, and hacker's expertise. Below is a general breakdown based on reported trends and cybersecurity studies. Note: Hacking is illegal and unethical, and this information is provided for educational purposes only.

Common Hacking Services & Estimated Costs:

1. Social Media/Email Account Hacking:

   • 100–500+ for basic access, depending on platform security (e.g., Facebook, Gmail).
   • Higher costs for two-factor authentication (2FA) bypass.

2. Recovering Lost Accounts:

   • 200–1,000, often marketed as "ethical hacking" services (though legitimacy is questionable).

3. Academic Grade Changes:

   • 500–3,000+, depending on institution security and urgency.

4. Phishing Attacks:

   • 50–200 for setup (e.g., fake login pages).
   • 100–500/month for hosting and maintenance.

5. DDoS Attacks:

   • 20–200/hour for small-scale attacks.
   • $1,000+/day for sustained, large-scale attacks.

6. Malware/Ransomware:

   • 300–1,000 for custom code.
   • Ransom demands: 10,000–1M+ (targeting businesses).

7. Corporate Data Breaches:

   • 5,000–20,000+, depending on data sensitivity and security measures.

Factors Influencing Cost:

• Target Difficulty: High-security systems (e.g., government, banks) cost exponentially more.
• Hacker Reputation: Experienced hackers charge premium rates.
• Urgency: Rush jobs may double or triple prices.
• Payment Method: Cryptocurrency (e.g., Bitcoin) is typically required for anonymity.

Risks & Caveats:

• Scams: Many "hackers" are fraudsters; victims risk losing money without results.
• Legal Consequences: Engaging in hacking can lead to criminal charges, fines, or imprisonment.
• Ethical Concerns: Hacking violates privacy and can cause irreversible harm.

Conclusion:

While prices vary, hiring a hacker involves significant legal, financial, and moral risks. Cybersecurity professionals strongly advise against participating in or enabling such activities. For legitimate concerns (e.g., account recovery), use official channels or certified ethical hackers.