Windows 10: I need to know if I had a security breach

Discus and support I need to know if I had a security breach in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; My new computer locked up and I was prompted to call a number to get it fixed. I was unable to verify if it was actually a Microsoft representative. I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by MrTs57, Mar 16, 2024.

  1. MRTS57
    MrTs57 Win User

    I need to know if I had a security breach


    My new computer locked up and I was prompted to call a number to get it fixed. I was unable to verify if it was actually a Microsoft representative. I may need help with this, as I am not very computer savvy.

    :)
     
    MrTs57, Mar 16, 2024
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  2. MICHAELHENDERSON4
    MichaelHenderson4 Win User

    WINDOW SECURITY BREACH

    I am getting calls on my home and cell phone about windows security breach and a 6692150195 Is this real?
     
    MichaelHenderson4, Mar 16, 2024
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  3. ASHISH SONDHI
    Ashish Sondhi Win User
    security breach

    Hello,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    As per description, you are getting suspicious pop ups on your daughter system.

    I would appreciate if you can provide us the following information to help us understand the issue better:

    • Have you made any significant changes on your system prior to this issue?
    • What is the complete pop up message that you get on your screen?

    As per explanation it seems that your system is infected with virus or there is some third party program installed on you system causing the issue.

    I would suggest you to follow the method given below and check if that helps.

    Method 1: Microsoft Safety Scanner.
    I would suggest you to perform a full system scan using the Microsoft Safety Scanner to eliminate any issues related to virus/malware.

    Microsoft Safety Scanner
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    Note: Any data files that are infected may only be cleaned by deleting the file entirely, which means there is a potential for data loss.

    The Microsoft Safety Scanner expires 10 days after being downloaded. To rerun a scan with the latest anti-malware definitions, download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner again.

    If issue still persists try method 2,

    Method 2: Perform Clean Boot.

    Placing your system in Clean Boot state helps in identifying if any third party applications or startup items are causing the issue. Check this issue in clean boot state.

    Refer: How to perform a clean boot in Windows

    How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support

    Note: After clean boot troubleshooting step, follow the section "How to reset the computer to start as usual after troubleshooting with clean boot" in the provided link to return your computer
    to Normal startup mode.

    Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance with Windows, we’ll be glad to assist you.
     
    Ashish Sondhi, Mar 16, 2024
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  4. BERNIE6911
    bernie6911 Win User

    I need to know if I had a security breach

    Security Breach / Hacking Windows 10

    I keep getting a phone call every time I get on my computer that says I have a security breach and something about I need to call a 855 number and when I do I am told that I will have to pay money to them to remove the breach... This smells like a scam
    to me.
     
    bernie6911, Mar 16, 2024
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