Having their own projects removed from the web.

CGTrader and similar sites have dedicated "Free" sections with thousands of legal assets.

Most "ripper" tools are distributed through unverified third-party sites or "cracked" software forums. These files are notorious for containing:

Stealing login credentials for your own marketplace accounts. 2. Legal Consequences

If you are a developer or artist on a budget, there are better ways to acquire professional-grade models without resorting to risky software.

Intercepting data as it renders in a web browser.

Giving hackers remote access to your workstation.