Windows 10: Security alert

Discus and support Security alert in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I received a security alert on my computer that my system has been locked up and that my IP address was used to access visit illegal networks. Is this... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by carol wacker, Apr 6, 2025.

  1. CAROL WACKER
    carol wacker Win User

    Security alert


    I received a security alert on my computer that my system has been locked up and that my IP address was used to access visit illegal networks. Is this legit?

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    carol wacker, Apr 6, 2025
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  2. LEONORMARIE
    leonormarie Win User

    pop-ups security alerts

    Tried everything that was suggested . Still getting security alerts ( even while reading the e-mail from this issue .Also .when I tried to enter command prompt as was suggested on this .
    • Right-click on the Start menu.
    • Select Command Prompt.
    • Type cd/.
    • Press Enter.
    • Type "C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe" -extoff.
    • Press Enter.
    • This did not go through .I forget the answer it gave ?
    • But nothing happened to change the fact I get security alerts ( in all I.E 11 , yahoo.ca.com/ my home page & Facebook ) in fact on any page I open .So annoying .I click esc, it stops and comes right back on my screen .Also tried the internet
      settings suggested on tools .Dated Aug,20.2017. Thank you .
     
    leonormarie, Apr 6, 2025
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  3. BILLY MED
    Billy Med Win User
    Emergency Alerts

    Hi Stephanie,

    Just to confirm, is this the same thing that you tried on your phone, in order to turn off Amber Alerts?

    • Open Settings.
    • Tap on System.
    • Tap on Messaging.
    • Tap on the Change emergency alert settings link.
    • Turn on or off the emergency alerts you want.

    Let us know if this was the same thing that you tried.

    We would also suggest to reset your phone after doing these steps to ensure that the changes on your phone's settings will be refreshed.

    Simply press and hold the Power and Volume down button for 15 seconds and then release your hold afterwards.
     
    Billy Med, Apr 6, 2025
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  4. RAMINSAFA
    RaminSafa Win User

    Security alert

    Security Alert Verification

    I am trying to verify a security alert I have been receiving suggesting to call 866-288-3170 about a possible compromise of my system and devices. The internet security code mentioned is 055BCCAC9FEC. I have not called as I am not sure if this is a legitimate
    site or a scam. Any input or similar case?
     
    RaminSafa, Apr 6, 2025
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