Someone keeps hacking my network

It always is a hacker... sometimes the hacker is the person self, hacking, I mean... cobbling together a computer network / computer security system.

proximiti99 said:
Trust me it’s a person carrying this out… as this problem goes a bit deeper than what was mentioned.

If someone can refer an expert who can sort this matter out I would be grateful.
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If the problem goes a bit deeper, there is more info about the "hacking". Without deeper sharing, deeper suggestions will not happen.
 
ubercal said:
never , most likely a "hacker"
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Lining up like perps outside his/her house to hack?

I've heard this lunacy before where people imagine someone somewhere is just clicking away to hack them.

I just don't get this and simple best practices with common sense outweigh people and their norton internet security...

*checks the tree outside for hackers*
 
Herr der Verboten said:
Lining up like perps outside his/her house to hack?

I've heard this lunacy before where people imagine someone somewhere is just clicking away to hack them.

I just don't get this and simple best practices with common sense outweigh people and their norton internet security...

*checks the tree outside for hackers*
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Also given the range of a home WiFi network, that must mean the hackers are stationed within meters of his property - meaning they're extremely invested in causing his laptop and Netflix to crash.
 
Yirree- I really hope if by any chance I do get hacked on my home network I get the same hacker.

went through all the effort he did to just switch my Netflix and computers on and off and not try empty my bank account.

1. It’s your internet connection
2. You one of those cheap skates that buy the cheapest machines/laptops/ access points/ routers and then come on a public forum to complain about being hacked when actually your hardware is crap.
3. Your kids are watching porn on dodgy sites and your machines are riddled with malware.
 
The chance that it's a hacker is 0.0001% but if you are convinced then I'll bite.

First you need to find out all the ways into your network. If you only have a router/wifi device then this is the only possible point of entry unless someone broke in and installed their own wifi on your network. (How deep down this rabbit hole do you want to go?)

If you have a separate wifi and router then either someone compromised the router and is accessing your network from the internet, or someone is sitting outside and compromised your wifi router.

Wifi/router:
- What device is this? Has it been patched? Has any port forwarding been setup on this? First thing change the password.
- If the wifi/router is one of the free ones from your ISP then it's probably out of date and no firmware available. Dump it and get a decent branded router which is still supported with updates.
- If a hacker has already gained access to your internal network then the device has been compromised. First I would factory reset it or even better replace it.
- On the internal machines run a full AV/malware/root kit scan

Your internet is most likely not a static IP so reset the router for a while and you should get a new IP address. The chances of the hacker (If via the internet) of finding the new IP is slim.
 
All of this reminds me of what I used to do to my ex-wife when she got into one of her moods.

Nothing prepares you for remote desktop connections.
 
proximiti99 said:
Symptoms;
My laptop starts behaving in a weird manner from time to time, the moment I restart, it goes always for a while and then it’s back. Sometimes while working, the laptop simply switches off completely! (This is the third laptop that’s doing the exact same thing).
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Virus. Do online scan
proximiti99 said:
My kids desktops, same story - behaves weirdly from time to time, and just freezes up. Again, I’ve just replaced one of those desktops with a newer spec device and still does the same.
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Virus. Do an online virus scan - eset/housecall
proximiti99 said:
Netflix on my smart TV also just cuts off from time to time and goes back to DSTV.
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Poor internet connection. Probably the kid sucking the life out of it.
proximiti99 said:
Sometimes while loading a movie it takes forever and then reverts back to DSTV.
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Poor connection.
proximiti99 said:
A lot of times while browsing (even on my iPhones or iPads) I get the message (your connection is not private).
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Lack of ssl of site you are browsing. Its not your internet connection that is not private, its your connection to that site. Just move to say google.com and your connection is now "private" No matter how cool the i-goodies are, they can't possibly know if there is a moron lurking.
proximiti99 said:
There are times when things work well… this is clearly when this moron is not focusing his attacks on me.
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No, its when you're connection is fine...or that gaming kid is not busy downloading big games
proximiti99 said:
I have Zone Alarm with firewall on all Windows devices, and my sons gaming PC (the oldest device) has over 22000 attacks blocked.
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Its just port scanning/sniffing. Its not literally attacks on you. Just a zillion of morons scanning the internet for open ports.
proximiti99 said:
I’m not an advanced user, ...
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Me neither...but you need to drop that preconceive idea of a hacker

bUT if you are hellbent on the hacker, then the moron can have access to your devices thru a trojan (RAT)...so do the scans first.
If your netflix is slow, kick all devices from the network and try again (and do a speedtest)...process of elimination.
If your laptop is acting funny, disconnect from internet and test...process of elimination.
If your i-goodies are telling you your network is not private...look for the padlock in address bar.

I blame the kid...
 
gertvanjoe said:
Install an old incandescent bulb somewhere you can see it. Is the light going dimmer/brighter when pcs are experiencing issues (no answer for the laptop). Blocked ports showing does not a hacker make. Install a p with pihole if you really want to see what is happening or ssh into your router if possible 5o monitor
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Yes. The symptoms do sound like power. If it's 3 phase you also get missing phases or cocked up wiring.
 
JustAsk said:
Its just port scanning/sniffing. Its not literally attacks on you. Just a zillion of morons scanning the internet for open ports.
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Also most "attacks" are just outdated security certificates.

My BitDefender blocks "attacks" all the time, but when you click on the details of the threat, it's just outdated SSL certificates from websites.

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The router make and model would be helpful. There is a known list of compromised ones. In ZA there are a large list on shodan. I think there are about 120k in ZA in active bots.
Defintative answer would be a wireshark.
You can pm me the captures. Will save hours.
However, some basics:
Check your email on Have I been pwnd.
Check your email headers and see if you have been scammed.
Implement 2FA.
Use quad9 or 1.1.1.2

Don't trust zone alarm. See no benefit in it.
 
r00igev@@r said:
The router make and model would be helpful. There is a known list of compromised ones. In ZA there are a large list on shodan. I think there are about 120k in ZA in active bots.
Defintative answer would be a wireshark.
You can pm me the captures. Will save hours.
However, some basics:
Check your email on Have I been pwnd.
Check your email headers and see if you have been scammed.
Implement 2FA.
Use quad9 or 1.1.1.2

Don't trust zone alarm. See no benefit in it.
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It’s a Netgear DGN2200m. Haven’t been scammed on emails. Not familiar with wireshark but will investigate and send you logs when possible.

Thank you
 
proximiti99 said:
It’s a Netgear DGN2200m. Haven’t been scammed on emails. Not familiar with wireshark but will investigate and send you logs when possible.

Thank you
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Make sure you on the latest firmware 1.0.0.35.
Change the admin password (and rename admin user if it lets you) and wifi key as well.
 
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