Windows 10: How can I stop multiple sign in attempts?

I have multiple login attempts on my account from all over the world. I have the 2step verification on my account so I'm supposed to get an email each time. I don't remember getting them but since my email isn't the one you can get here they can't get the code. This is highly frustrating and worrying. What can be done to fix this issue? I don't have the time to stop what I'm doing and report each time some tries to do this.

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alerts for attempted sign in

Thank you very much for reaching out! As an Independent Advisor and fellow Microsoft user, I'm more than happy to assist you.

Below are the steps to enable alerts for sign-in attempts on your account. Please feel free to let me know if you encounter any difficulties while following them:

1. Download and Install the Microsoft Authenticator App:
   
   • Go to the iOS App Store or Google Play Store and download the Microsoft Authenticator app.
     
2. Add Your Microsoft Account to the App:
   
   • Open the app and select "Add account."
     
   • Choose "Work or school account" or "Personal account" depending on your account type.
     
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to scan a QR code or enter the code manually.
     
3. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
   
   • Sign in to your Microsoft account on the web.
     
   • Navigate to the Security tab and select "Advanced security options" or "Two-step verification" to turn it on.
     
   • Follow the prompts to link your account with the Microsoft Authenticator app.
     
4. Set Up Notifications for Allow/Deny:
   
   • On the "Additional security verification" page, select "Mobile app" as your preferred method.
     
   • Choose "Receive notifications for verification" and follow the setup instructions
     

Once set up, you will receive a notification on your mobile device whenever there is a sign-in attempt. You can then approve or deny the sign-in directly from the notification.

It is advisable to set up multiple verification methods (e.g., both an authenticator app and a phone number) to ensure you can always access your account even if one method is unavailable.

Please feel free to reach out if you require any additional assistance. I'm here to help!

 

Multiple "unsuccessful" sign in attempts on my account



Every time I check my recent microsoft activity, there is someone trying to sign into my account multiple times an hour. It's extremely distressing for me because my Microsoft Account is very valuable. Is it one person attempting to hack my account multiple times a day? Or is it multiple people? Im getting attempts from Brazil, America, Hong Kong, Sallanches, way too many places around the world. I am suspecting multiple people are using VPNS, as some sign ins have no location.

I have multiple forms of 2FA but I am still scared their sign in may be successful. Is there anything I can do to stop them trying to sign in so often? How do I check if my email has been leaked elsewhere?

The photo I have inserted is how it looks almost 24/7, with multiple sign in attempts almost every hour of every day for weeks and months. How do I make it stop?

 

Windows 10 Updates fails to install even after multiple attempts.

Checking for updates after following the steps, Will inform on the progress of the update process and whether this solves it or nope. Thank you for the suggestion.

[Update]
The Trick didn't work.





The Security Update for Windows 10 for x64-based Systems (KB3074681) which was available, failed to install. And the same story again..