Scam Microsoft - can he hack my computer?

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• I was called by a man saying he was with Microsoft, and that someone tried to hack my computer.

  * Original title: mess up BIG TIME

  I was called by a man saying he was with Microsoft, and that someone tried to hack my computer.  They consulted my system through a program called somewhere or some how some way when I told them that I had already paid for anti virus and hacking they hung up but still had control of my computer.  They continued to open the files, even if I tried to stop my mouse does not work only them would be.  Please let me know how do I know if they have access to everything and I have to do next... .change all accounts, passwords or is it at the end?  I'm not a computer person and appreciate any help I can get.  Thank you, Sue

  Yes, you have been scammed.

  Quietman, see: I was hacked... What should I do?
  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/407147/answers-to-common-security-questions-best-practices/?p=3071944

  Download the free versions of these tools. First check the updates and then run a full scan with each.

  Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free

  When offered, uncheck the box: activate the free trial version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware bonus.

  AdwCleaner
  http://adwcleaner.en.LO4D.com/

  SuperAntiSpyware
  http://www.SUPERAntiSpyware.com/

  Junkware Removal Tool (free)
  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/junkware-removal-tool/

  This is a scam that last for years. Microsoft never does unsolicited phone calls.

  Is calling, Microsoft, a scam?
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect/wiki/protect_other-protect_scanning/is-that-call-from-Microsoft-a-scam/6718e389-8a00-4E4B-ACA1-d07298ea4c19

  Report a scam to technical support
  http://support.Microsoft.com/reportascam

  It's a real call from Microsoft?
  http://www.ComputerActive.co.UK/CA/PC-help/2134917/genuine-Microsoft

  Avoid scams to phone for tech support
  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-GB/security/online-privacy/avoid-phone-scams.aspx

  Do not fall for phony phone technical support
  http://blogs.msdn.com/b/securitytipstalk/archive/2010/03/09/Don-t-fall-for-phony-phone-tech-support.aspx

  Aggressive, persistent Windows tech support fraudsters continue to track consumers
  http://www.Computerworld.com/s/article/9248122/Aggressive_persistent_Windows_tech_support_scammers_continue_to_stalk_consumers

  What is a certified Microsoft [or] partner?
  http://securitygarden.blogspot.com/2011/09/Microsoft-removes-Gold-Certified.html

• My names Contact list for Windows Live "disappeared". My ISP says it still resides in my computer, but only Microsoft can allow retrieving the list. What must I do to get these names?

  My names Contact list for Windows Live "disappeared". My ISP says it still resides in my computer, but only Microsoft can allow retrieving the list. What must I do to get these names?

  Hello

  The question you have posted is related to Windows Live; This is why it would be better suited in the Windows Live community. Please visit the link below to find a community that will provide the best support.

  http://windowslivehelp.com/forums.aspx?ForumID=28aff142-9106-4d74-BE08-9b5d9fc0efea

• If I leave the IE8 on Windows XP Mode, but never use it, is there a way I can be hacked by him once Microsoft stops support for Windows XP?

  Original title: Windows XP in virtual mode

  I have Windows 7.1 with Windows XP in virtual mode so that I can use older products, not supported by 7.1.  In virtual XP mode, there is an Internet Explorer 8.  I understand that after Microsoft eliminates support for XP that can cause future security issues.  I run the latest version of Internet Explorer on my Windows 7.1.  If I leave the IE8 on the virtual XP mode but never use it, is there a way I can be hacked through it?  Should I remove the IE8 completely of the virtual Windows XP?

  If you never use IE (any version), it cannot be 'hacked '.

  If you wanted to be doubly secured, you can prevent accidental use by uninstalling...

  • Open the Control Panel - Add or remove programs
  • Remove IE8 (and IE7 if necessary) - click to highlight, then click on remove
  • Click Add/Remove Windows components
  • Uncheck the box Internet Explorer and click Next

  Tricky

• My CD/DVD on computer does not work and I can't update the Office XP Service Pack 3. Microsoft can do for me?

  The CD/DVD on my computer does not work and I can't update the Office XP Service Pack 3.  Microsoft can do for me?

  Hi Nancy,.

  I suggest you provide more details as to how the problem came to be or how and when it happens. There are many experts here, but you must give specific details
  See you soon ~

• I can't remove Microsoft Genuine Validation of my computer

  I can't remove Microsoft Genuine Validation of my computer?

  It ensures that your copy of windows is genuine, to prevent people from piracy. It is not necessary to remove it, it shouldn't take much place.

• Someone hacked my computer and I know who he is and I have proof. What can I do?

  Original title: computer haking

  someone hacked my computer and I know who he is and I have proof.   What can I do?

  not only is this person thereon braging, he texted someone on his own phone.

  He is an IT tech and works for a law firm.

  someone hacked my computer and I know who he is and I have proof.   What can I do?

  not only is this person thereon braging, he texted someone on his own phone.

  He is an IT tech and works for a law firm.

  Report them to the authorities and to the employer together with the evidence.

• How can I stop my computer to send questionable e-mails to my contacts, I have already installed microsoft security, scan shows no visible threat.

  How can I stop my computer to send questionable e-mails to my contacts, I installed microsoft security, the analyses show no visible threat I changed my password and my contacts are still getting e-mails from me with links attatched to various dodgy sites... I don't know what else to do

  Any help would be great

  Hello

  (1) what email program are you using?

  (2) who is your provider of mail service?

  If you are using Hotmail or Live ID with Windows Live Mail then I suggest you to ask your question in the Windows Live Mail community.

  http://www.windowslivehelp.com/product.aspx?ProductID=15

• This information means that my computer contains files of piracy, or it can be hacked by someone?

  System.ini

  When I wrote this (system.ini) order in the menu tab start, I had a Notepad with the following window:

  ; support for 16-bit app
  [386Enh]
  woafont = dosapp.fon
  EGA80WOA. FON = EGA80WOA. FON
  EGA40WOA. FON = EGA40WOA. FON
  CGA80WOA. FON = CGA80WOA. FON
  CGA40WOA. FON = CGA40WOA. FON

  [drivers]
  Wave = mmdrv.dll
  Timer = Timer.drv

  [mci]

  My question is: this information means that my computer contains files of piracy, or it can be hacked by someone? And if the answer is YES, please tell me what I can do to deal with this problem?

  Thank you very much

  I think it means that your search has shown you the content of the "C:\Windows\system.ini.  This file has been used at the time when Windows ran on top of MS-DOS and listed the drivers that were to be installed at the time of start-up.  In current versions of Windows, it controls the environment driver for legacy 16-bit applications.  Usually it is not necessary, but it is perfectly safe to have around, especially when it contains what you describe.  Who are the fairly typical system.ini file content.  FON files are CGA and EGA display fonts files, mmdrv.dll is a Media Manager for a sound card, and timer.drv is a pilot of the timer. Brian Tillman [MVP-Outlook]

• How can I configure my computer to open pdf files using Adobe DC instead of Microsoft?

  How can I configure my computer to open pdf files using Adobe DC instead of Microsoft?

  Make a right click any PDF file and select open with... Choose the default program.

  Then select Acrobat in the list and check the box to make it the default application.

• SE message: someone had been hacking my computer.

  Original title: I was told that the May 13,2013 that someone had been hacking my computer is possible to know who it was?

  I don't know a lot about texing on my computer.

  Hi Sabine,.

  1. what version of Windows operating system do you use?

  2. what anti-virus software is installed on the system?

  3. What is the exact message that you receive?

  Try the following steps to ensure that your computer is operating safely.

  > Make sure you have the active firewall. Check also your antivirus is fully updated and the settings are fine.

  For more information, see the article:

  How to stimulate your defence of malware and protect your PC

  > Make sure that you have a good antivirus installed program.

  Alternatively, you can try to run a scan on your computer and check if it helps.

  You can refer to the article and perform a full scan on your computer using the Microsoft Safety Scanner.

  Microsoft safety scanner

  Note: The data files that are infected must be cleaned only by removing the file completely, which means that there is a risk of data loss.

  > Change your password and use a password for your account login.

  UAC (User Account Control) keep active.

  Hope the helps of information.

• How can I protect my computer

  My wifes nephew is aparently try to hack my computer with a friend frome out of State, how can I know and how can I make sure that they

  Hello

  How will I know if my computer has been hacked?

  http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch001296.htm

  Help: I got hacked. Now what should I do?

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc700813.aspx

• Is this a scam to access information from my computer?

  I received three calls from a company that says that my computer may crash at any time due to error reports they received.  They want me to access my computer for them so they can solve the problem.  Their number is 1-201-285-5200 and they say that they are associated with Windows.  Is this a scam to access information from my computer?

  It's a scam! Don't do anything they ask. Microsoft never call people unawares. A search on these forums and you will find MANY people asking.

  I hope this helps.

• Have I been hacked my computer

  They said that they have support for windows and knew the id no. my computer where they get that information company called compufixers

  They asked me to press the windows key and the letter r

  and then in the box www.support.me

  then asked me to put in the code 424831

  who me connected remotely to a tech guy called ken brown

  They then asked for £133 for a 2 years antivirus to stop hacking my computer

  they wanted me to put card in credit details at this point I refused and said I would have to check out them. They seem to be a company called hireridge.

  the guy will call me in an hour.

  Can someone tell me if I could have been hacked I have norton antivirus and it says everything is ok.

  Thank you very much

  They said that they have support for windows and knew the id no. my computer where they get that information company called compufixers

  They asked me to press the windows key and the letter r

  and then in the box www.support.me

  then asked me to put in the code 424831

  who me connected remotely to a tech guy called ken brown

  They then asked for £133 for a 2 years antivirus to stop hacking my computer

  they wanted me to put card in credit details at this point I refused and said I would have to check out them. They seem to be a company called hireridge.

  the guy will call me in an hour.

  Can someone tell me if I could have been hacked I have norton antivirus and it says everything is ok.

  Thank you very much

  This is a complete scam and one that has become very common these days. . Don't think anything such a caller said, do nothing that he tells you to do and hang up on him immediately.

  At let them into your computer? If you did you are at serious risk for what they could have done it (installed spyware? Identity theft? Steal the passwords?), and I highly recommend that you do the two following:

  1 reinstall Windows properly

  2. change all your passwords, especially those of the financial institutions and online stores.

• I think someone hacked my computer.

  original title: pirate computer

  I think someone hacked my computer and I'm scanning for viruse only receive an error message # 0x0c600c03, can someone help me?

  Hello

  If you need search malware here's my recommendations - they will allow you to
  scrutiny and the withdrawal without ending up with a load of spyware programs running
  resident who can cause as many questions as the malware and may be more difficult to detect as the
  cause.

  No one program cannot be used to detect and remove any malware. Added that often easy
  to detect malicious software often comes with a much harder to detect and remove the payload. Then
  its best to be thorough than paying the high price later now too. Check with them to one
  extreme overkill point and then run the cleaning only when you are sure that the system is clean.

  It can be made repeatedly in Mode safe - F8 tap that you start, however, you must also run
  the regular windows when you can.

  TDSSKiller.exe. - Download the desktop - so go ahead and right-click on it - RUN AS ADMIN
  It will display all the infections in the report after you run - if it will not run changed the name of
  TDSSKiller.exe to tdsskiller.com. If she finds something or not does not mean that you should not
  check with the other methods below.
  http://support.Kaspersky.com/viruses/solutions?QID=208280684

  Download malwarebytes and scan with it, run MRT and add Prevx to be sure that he is gone.
  (If Rootkits run UnHackMe)

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

  Malwarebytes - free
  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/

  Run the malware removal tool from Microsoft

  Start - type in the search box-> find MRT top - right on - click RUN AS ADMIN.

  You should get this tool and its updates via Windows updates - if necessary, you can
  Download it here.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
  (Then run MRT as shown above.)

  Microsoft Malicious - 32-bit removal tool
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=en

  Microsoft Malicious removal tool - 64 bit
  http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=585D2BDE-367F-495e-94E7-6349F4EFFC74&displaylang=en

  also install Prevx to be sure that it is all gone.

  Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

  Prevx - Home - free - small, fast, exceptional CLOUD protection, working with others
  security programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something to come back
  here or use Google to see how to remove.
  http://www.prevx.com/   <-->
  http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp  <-->

  Choice of PCmag editor - Prevx-
  http://www.PCMag.com/Article2/0, 2817,2346862,00.asp

  Try the demo version of Hitman Pro:

  Hitman Pro is a second scanner reviews, designed to save your computer from malicious software
  (viruses, Trojans, rootkits, etc.). who infected your computer despite safe
  what you have done (such as antivirus, firewall, etc.).
  http://www.SurfRight.nl/en/hitmanpro

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  If necessary here are some free online scanners to help the

  http://www.eset.com/onlinescan/

  New Vista and Windows 7 version
  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/Center/whatsnew.htm

  Original version
  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

  http://www.Kaspersky.com/virusscanner

  Other tests free online
  http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&source=HP&q=antivirus+free+online+scan&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G1

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  Also follow these steps for the General corruption of cleaning and repair/replace damaged/missing
  system files.

  Run DiskCleanup - start - all programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk Cleanup

  RUN - enter this at the command prompt-

  sfc/scannow

  Run checkdisk - schedule it to run at the next startup, then apply OK then restart your way.

  Chkdsk /f /r
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  If we find Rootkits use this thread and other suggestions. (Run UnHackMe)

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/InternetExplorer/thread/a8f665f0-C793-441A-a5b9-54b7e1e7a5a4/

  I hope this helps.