I've been getting a ton of alerts for failed login attempts on my Microsoft account from all over the world for the past two months. I recently changed my password to a super secure 24-digit one, and I'm using the Authenticator app for added security. I get daily notifications asking me to verify logins that aren't me. Is this something I should be concerned about, or is this kind of thing normal?
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If you've had your account since the 90s like I have, then you might get these kinds of attempts too. But yeah, disabling notifications could reduce the noise.
It sounds like you're seeing a lot of login attempts, but as long as you have two-factor authentication (2FA) set up, you should be fairly secure. Just keep your password strong and monitor any unusual activity.
I totally get your concern! I also have my Microsoft account set up without a password, and I get a few Authenticator requests daily. I'm thinking about changing my email to something less common to avoid the hassle, though.
That sounds like a smart move!
You could also just turn off those notifications if they're bothering you.
Haha, same here! Sounds pretty normal then.