I've been dealing with a serious issue: my ASUS laptop, iPhone, and two Cox routers have all been compromised. My Windows 11 laptop is being misidentified as Windows 10, suggesting some kind of Shadow OS replacement. I even got a fake update on my Xbox from a compromised Microsoft site. I filed a report with the FBI but haven't heard back yet. I initially detected the attack through NetBIOS sniffing and noticed DNS poisoning. I'm really at a loss and need guidance on what steps to take next to resolve this and secure my devices.
3 Answers
Yes, it's definitely suspicious if you've seen fake updates and weird network activity. Just a heads-up, I've read before that Windows 11 might report as Windows 10 in certain scenarios, so that's not always a sign of hacking. It's great that you're using tools like Wireshark and SniffNET to keep track. Just make sure your passwords are all changed and possibly do a health check on your systems.
These kinds of device issues can get complicated. Before jumping to conclusions about hacking, let's not forget that sometimes corrupted updates happen. But if your iPhone and other devices are acting weird, it may be worth wiping them and starting fresh. Also, using a VPN could help protect you from further issues.
It sounds like a really scary situation, but it could be worth considering whether everything's as serious as it seems. The issue with your Windows 11 showing up as Windows 10 might just be due to outdated firmware. Have you seen any more clear signs of a breach, like specific data being stolen? Regarding the DNS poisoning, do you have a backup IP to compare against?
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