How to recover a hacked or compromised Microsoft account
WEBMicrosoft account. If you think your account has been hacked, use our interactive tool to help guide you to the right steps. Help with the Microsoft account recovery form. Help with account sign in verification codes. How to keep your account safe and secure. Combining Microsoft accounts.
My Outlook.com account has been hacked - Microsoft Support
WEBIf your account has been hacked it means that someone stole your password and might be using your account to access your personal information or send junk email. How can I recover my accounts? Follow the guidance in this section in …
Secure your account if you think you’ve been hacked
WEBIf you think your Microsoft account has been hacked, find out how to secure your account and check for unauthorisedunauthorized activity.
My Outlook.com account has been hacked - Microsoft Support
WEBIf your account has been hacked it means that someone stole your password and might be using your account to access your personal information or send junk email. How can I recover my accounts? Follow the guidance in this section in …
How to help keep your Microsoft account safe and secure
WEBLearn how to keep your Microsoft account safe, including making a strong password, identifying safe emails, and reviewing account activity.
DoS and DDoS attacks on Xbox | Xbox Support
WEBIn a DoS or DDoS attack, an attacker floods the IP address of the targeted device (such as a console or a computer) with superfluous communication requests. These requests can overload a system and create a jam that blocks network connections on the targeted device.
Phishing and suspicious behavior - Microsoft Support
WEBA phishing email is an email that appears legitimate but is actually an attempt to get your personal information or steal your money. Some deceptive emails appear to be from a safe sender but, in fact, have a "spoofed" source address to fool you. Here are some ways to deal with phishing and spoofing scams in Outlook.com.
Keep your computer secure at home - Microsoft Support
WEBKeeping your computer secure helps you avoid malware and direct hacking attempts designed to steal your personal information. Here are some ways you can help reduce your online risk when you use your computer at home. Tips to protect your computer. Use a firewall. Windows has a firewall already built in and automatically turned on.
What to do if your Xbox gets stolen | Xbox Support
WEBStep 1: Change your password. If your console was lost or stolen, change your password immediately. Sign in to your Microsoft account. Go to Security > Password security. Select Change my password to reset the password for your Microsoft account. Verify that you’re the account owner by receiving a security code. Enter your current password.
Protect yourself from phishing - Microsoft Support
WEBPhishing (pronounced: fishing) is an attack that attempts to steal your money, or your identity, by getting you to reveal personal information -- such as credit card numbers, bank information, or passwords -- on websites that pretend to be legitimate.
Help protect your Outlook.com email account - Microsoft Support
WEBAccount. Help protect your Outlook.com email account. Outlook.com. Important: If you think your account has already been hacked, see My Outlook.com account has been hacked, and follow the steps to recover it.
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