I have an HP Envy with Windows 11, and I've recently been hacked. The hacker got into my Microsoft account and even the new accounts I created afterward. Now my laptop is acting strange. I was checking security settings and apps when a bunch of Edge windows suddenly opened up, and my laptop shut down completely. Now, it won't turn back on, and the charging port just blinks orange. I tried plugging it in, but it doesn't seem to charge at all. The battery was around 90% when this happened. Am I looking at a total loss for my laptop, or is there a chance I can fix this?
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Honestly, it's hard to picture someone hacking into multiple accounts like you mention. Real hackers usually have specific targets. Just make sure you've checked all the basics, as it sounds like a common malfunction rather than something more sinister.
It sounds like your laptop might just be in a weird state rather than completely dead. A hacker can't directly drain your battery, but they could be running processes that are using up resources. If you don't have any important files on there, you could try creating a bootable USB drive with Linux to access your SSD and back up any data, or you could go straight for a fresh installation of Windows after securing other accounts you mentioned.
I don’t think it’s the battery itself. My main priority is just getting my laptop working again.
First things first, don't waste time—immediately contact your bank and change any passwords for your financial accounts from a different device. Secure your emails with new passwords and enable two-factor authentication where possible. Once you've secured that, it’s advisable to wipe your drive and do a fresh installation of Windows to ensure no malware remains. Stay off the internet for now to avoid further issues.
I've already taken care of my bank and emails after the hack—what a nightmare!
Glad to hear you acted quickly. It’s super important to act fast in these cases!
Lol, did you really think a hacker would hack all your accounts just like that? It's not that dramatic.
Can a hacker use remote access tools to install battery-draining apps? That seems possible.