I Got a Call from Microsoft and Allowed Them Access to My Computer. What Do I Do Now?

☎️ A very common scam is to get a call supposedly from Microsoft, your ISP, or other authorities calling to help you with computer problems. Don't fall for it.

☎️ The remote access trap
Legitimate companies don’t request remote access via cold calls. Period. If you’ve fallen for it, take these steps.

Alert your credit card issuer about potential fraud.
Restore your machine from a recent image backup.
Alternatively, back up data, reformat your hard disk, and reinstall your operating system to ensure the removal of any hidden malware.

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Chapters
0:00 Call from Microsoft
1:00 Microsoft does not call
3:00 Could they still have access?
4:00 EventViewer is a mess.
5:40 Avoiding the scam
6:40 Recovering from the scam

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