A couple of months ago, my social media accounts were hacked, and I suspect my laptop was the weak link. After recovering everything and wiping my laptop, I changed all my passwords. However, there was another close call recently where someone almost managed to breach my accounts again. Luckily, I stopped them using two-factor authentication. I'm trying to understand how these attacks could be happening—could it be a motherboard infection, stolen tokens, or something else? I'd love some advice on how to detect any potential threats and prevent future attacks.
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Since two-factor authentication worked during the recent attack, it could mean you're dealing with different methods of intrusion. It’s worth considering that residual vulnerabilities from the first hack remain. For example, check if there are any email forwarding settings that could be exploited.
There are quite a few ways this could be happening. If you have a phone, it might be linked to that. An outdated device could be an entry point. Be careful visiting sketchy websites—those can easily lead to infections. Torrents are risky too, so avoid downloading anything from there. I'd recommend getting a solid antivirus like Norton 360, as Windows built-in options aren’t always enough. Also, consider using a public DNS like Cloudflare's (1.1.1.1); it includes some malware protection, but nothing is foolproof. It’s really about being mindful of your browsing habits and downloads.
You should check if your router is compromised. If the hacker has access to it, they could be monitoring your traffic. It's essential to secure your network as well.
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