Windows 10: Can a rootkit travel through a Microsoft account

Discus and support Can a rootkit travel through a Microsoft account in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; My old computer was receiving DoS attacks and it had a root kit on it was unsuccessful at removing it and I just recently got a computer. The new... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by KadenBaumgart, Dec 6, 2021.

  1. KADENBAUMGART
    KadenBaumgart Win User

    Can a rootkit travel through a Microsoft account


    My old computer was receiving DoS attacks and it had a root kit on it was unsuccessful at removing it and I just recently got a computer. The new computer is receiving the same DoS attacks but it has only two things in common with the other computer: the network and the Microsoft account. I am convinced it is most definitely not the network because no other devices are infected on the network. That brings it to being the Microsoft account or another factor that I have not thought of. I am unsure if viruses can travel through a Microsoft account though.

    :)
     
    KadenBaumgart, Dec 6, 2021
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  2. JSSSSSSSSS
    Jsssssssss Win User
    Jsssssssss, Dec 6, 2021
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  3. DARLEEN PEN
    Darleen Pen Win User
    Unable to login with microsoft account

    Hi,

    Issues with signing in to a Microsoft account are usually happening due
    the two-step verification is turned on or you are traveling or using a new device.
    For us to provide an accurate resolution, we would need you to answer the following questions:

    • Are you experiencing the sign in issue upon logging in to your computer?
    • Are you having the same error when you are trying to sign in to your Microsoft account using a web browser? If yes, is the same issue happening even when you are using other web browsers?
    • Have you made any changes to your account before this issue occurred?
    • What changes have you made to your computer prior to having this issue?

    In the meantime, we suggest that you read and follow the suggested troubleshooting steps on these links:


    We are looking forward to your response.
     
    Darleen Pen, Dec 6, 2021
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  4. SASQUI
    Sasqui Win User

    Can a rootkit travel through a Microsoft account

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    Sasqui, Dec 6, 2021
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