Windows 10: I recieved a message for a security code to access my account 10 times in a 10 minute...

I recieved the access code to log in 10 times in about a ten minute span but i wasnt attempting to log in.

:)

 

Gmail "Critical security alert" message, hacking attempt blocked (long post)

This is not true, it depends how and when you used 2FA. I never get security tokens from Google, I just get an email notification asking if it was me with a button to click, and only if the IP / device used is not in the registered devices list on the account.

That said, if you get these kinds of messages, it means someone knows your password and you need to change that on ALL accounts you have, not just Google.

 

Microsoft account security code - WHY?

Thanks for the reply Greg.

"If you turn on two-step verification, you’ll get a security code to your email, phone, or authenticator app every time you sign in on
a device that isn't trusted. When two-step verification is turned off, you will only have to verify your identity with security codes periodically, when
there might be a risk to your account security."

Overkill.

As Two-Step verification has never been turned on, I presume MS thinks every time I log into access pages on https://account.microsoft.com/ pages I'm a risk to my account. Even from computers listed in the 'Devices" tab of those pages. Even though I have
to supply my MS password to get to those pages.

Are you suggesting I turn two-step verification on, which is what I don't need?

 

Gmail "Critical security alert" message, hacking attempt blocked (long post)

If someone tries to log into your account , you should get a verification code on the phone number you have set as a bacup if they forgot password, etc , did you get that verification code? Unless they have full access, it could possibly be an app, etc. id suggest you switch your password, and ensure all security measures are in place.