I recently discovered that my computer has been compromised after someone accessed my Steam account, which leads me to worry about my other personal files and accounts. I've disconnected my PC from the internet and started the process of reinstalling Windows, aiming for a deep cleanse of all my files. I've also changed passwords for my email, Steam, Discord, and a few other accounts. I'm wondering if there are any additional measures I should take or anything I might have forgotten after resetting my PC.
3 Answers
If you've got any important files like photos or videos, back them up on an external drive. Booting up with a USB to reinstall Windows can be a safe way to wipe everything clean. After reinstalling, make sure to install all available updates before you start adding things back. And don’t forget to change all your online passwords!
Since your email was compromised, you should ensure that you get everything sorted with your financial accounts, medical services, and maybe even call the credit bureau to run a credit report and possibly freeze your credit. It's great that you've changed your email and checked your bank, but stay vigilant over any suspicious activity.
It's good that you've disconnected your PC and are reinstalling Windows. Make sure to change your passwords again after the reinstall, and consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) if you haven't already. Also, be sure to remove any unknown devices from your accounts just in case. If you have a USB stick available, boot from it to do a clean installation. Good luck!
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