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Hotspot connection- a suspicious 2nd connection is showing.

Anonymous
2022-10-21T16:29:59+00:00

Hello ..

When I was connected to my mobile hotspot wirelessly , Mobile showing 2 connections but i connected only to laptop.so i used to check the IP address , both are same and last 2 digits are varying,it means within the laptop does someone spying my activities or kind of hacking..

When I used to stop in mobile it is not blocking ..

Another case even I turns off laptop wifi disconnects very slowly and another suspicious IP Address is not turning off ,it means does it running in background even if the pc is off??

Help me :)

Aravind

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* Original title: Hotspot connection

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy

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  1. Virginia M 40,495 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2022-10-21T17:07:24+00:00

    Hello, I’m Virginia, I have 20 years of expertise in fixing my own & friends’ PC problems.

    Sorry to hear you’re experiencing problems.

    What’s the make & model of the phone?

    Is the Hotspot’s password the default or did you change it to something stronger?

    I would recommend disconnecting the devices by turning off the Hotspot function & change the Hotspot’s wi-fi password.

    If you suspect the pc is infected:

    Try running these programs:

    MBAM free: https://www.malwarebytes.com/mwb-download/ ensure scan for rootkits is enabled.

    Eset online scanner: http://www.eset.com/us/online-scanner/

    Adwcleaner: https://www.malwarebytes.com/adwcleaner/

    Also check the router to see if there are any unknown connections:

    https://www.f-secure.com/gb-en/home/free-tools/...

    If these find one or more infections but do not fully remove them it will be wise to register with a malware removal site to receive dedicated malware removal instructions, an expert will remain with you throughout the process until confirmation that your PC is 100% clean.

    Malwarebytes virus/malware removal forum:

    https://forums.malwarebytes.com/forum/7-windows...

    Bleeping computer malware/virus removal forum:

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22...

    Disclaimer - This post contains reference to non-Microsoft websites and there may be ads on the page for products & services including products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Product). Please thoroughly research any product / service advertised on the page before you decide to use them. Your discretion is very much advised.

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