Security Text Looks different.

Question

So the other day I received a Security Text code. I wasn't trying to log on to anything and just thought nothing of it. Today i looked at it and it did not have the link for the authenticator app. Also the wording of the text was different. It states "Microsoft account single-use code", Where as the usual states "Use "CODE" as Microsoft account security code, Go password less with Microsoft Authenticator. "link"" So my question is has some sent a text pretending to be Microsoft and used the same number as them. Or has someone figured my password and Phone number but couldn't get the Code.

Answer 1

Just to be safe, consider changing your password anyway.

As for the unsuccessful attempts that had the wrong password, they are actually pretty common these days anywhere. This is exactly why 2FA is very important and is commonly used nowadays.

Answer 2

I did look into that and there were no attempts on that date so my thought was someone faking the number and texting. But I will say I have at least one attempt on my account per week I find that kind of disturbing.

Answer 3

Hello Garnet. This is Emily.

I think the best way to verify this is to log into your Microsoft account via https://account.microsoft.com, then click on "Security", and then click on "Sign-in activity". Any successful or unsuccessful attempts would be all listed there. That way you can verify if it can be triggered by someone entering the correct password. I am glad you have 2FA turned on though regardless. Good luck!