Help hacked via "software interface loopback 1" how to disable

Question

Hello my name is Josh and I have quite the security problem. My computer is severly hacked by professional corporate hackers who want to spy on me and create chaos in my life. I found out I have something called the software interface loopback 1 on my computer a fwe days ago and i would like to know the COMMAND powershell or cmd or both to remove this or how can i disrupt this and all traffic going to loopback please dont reply like things like the loopback is used for testing and cant be hacked etc I am hacking by a certain fortune 500 companie i cant name or my post will be deleted hint but this is true and real

Answer 1

Hi Josh,

Thanks for reaching out to Microsoft Q&A. I understand your concern regarding the “Software Loopback Interface 1.”

The Loopback interface (127.0.0.1) is a required component of Windows networking and cannot be removed or disabled. It is not an indicator of hacking, and no external traffic can reach your device through the loopback address. Because of this, Windows does not provide any PowerShell or CMD command to remove or block it.

If you believe your device is compromised, please try the following steps:

1, Scan for malware

• Run Windows Security > Virus & threat protection > Quick scan
• Then run Scan options > Full scan
• Optionally run Microsoft Safety Scanner (official tool from Microsoft)

2, Check for unauthorized software

• Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps
• Uninstall anything unfamiliar

3, Reset network configuration

• Open Command Prompt (Admin)
• Run:

netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /flushdns

4, Create a clean environment

• Backup your data
• Perform Settings > System > Recovery > Reset this PC
• Choose Remove everything for the most secure reset

The initial response might not address the problem. So, if your problem persists or you need any assistance, feel free to ask me by clicking "Add Comment" or "Post Answer" if you cannot add comment. This helps me can read your follow up. Thanks for your effort. 

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