+Stary 2,427 Posted November 30, 2012 I logged to Gmail today, just to find this: I changed my password twice since that, but I'm still affraid my account might be compromised. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FastCargo 412 Posted November 30, 2012 Prezmek, I wouldn't be that concerned. Obviously, like any door or alarm system, with enough attempts, someone can break in. Having said that, most breaches are because folks don't use strong passwords. What I would recommend is first, check your computer to make sure it has no viruses, especially things like keyloggers. Once that is done, check your password or your account for any unusual emails having been sent out from it. Also, I believe Google allows for two-factor authentication...if you are concerned, enable it. It will make it more difficult to take over. If your account itself doesn't show any actual odd activity, it was probably just a random, bot powered fishing attempt that failed. FC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Stary 2,427 Posted November 30, 2012 Harold, you might be right, this is my old computer I very rarely use and haven't scanned in a long time, so I wouldn't be suprised if it's infected somehow :/ will do so. As for verification, I have other mail adress and my mobile number in the data base for security verification/poassword restoration so I think that's enough for now. I'm not paranoic about my web security but as my GOG and STEAM accounts are linked to that adress, I don't want to loose that (among other things) Thanks for information! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+FLOGGER23 3,006 Posted November 30, 2012 Adding to that, a very difficult password can help, making brute force attacks more and more difficult, changing it from time to time also makes virtually impossble, is my normal practice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Stary 2,427 Posted November 30, 2012 (edited) mine is strong, not impossible to crack, but it isn't 123cookie ok, I'll scan it with new database and will see Edited November 30, 2012 by Stary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lazarus1177 164 Posted November 30, 2012 Try to remember if you opened your account on somebody else's system or in a public place(cafe,restaurant etc.). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Stary 2,427 Posted November 30, 2012 nope, only home and office computers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Brain32 265 Posted November 30, 2012 Unfortunately I wouldn't even trust Google that this was not an attempt to squeeze out some more personal data from you. Yes I know I'm paranoid but those popular services did not give me much reasons not to be... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Panama Red 22 Posted November 30, 2012 When you read this article, you will find out just how insecure any passwords are now: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/11/ff-mat-honan-password-hacker/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FastCargo 412 Posted November 30, 2012 When you read this article, you will find out just how insecure any passwords are now: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/11/ff-mat-honan-password-hacker/ Panama, you may want to try posting that link while NOT logged into your email account... For those who are wondering what Panama Red is talking about...start here: http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/08/apple-amazon-mat-honan-hacking/all/ FC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Panama Red 22 Posted November 30, 2012 FastCargo sorry about that, but thanks for fixing the link. Needless to say, it is a very disturbing article on how easy it is to aquire everything electronically now days when they use your email address as your identity !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+GrinchWSLG 24 Posted November 30, 2012 Had the same thing happen while I was on vacation. Increased my security to require phone verification and reset my password. No problemo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+RAVEN 414 Posted November 30, 2012 A few days ago I found some strange stuff in my E-Mail,So I checked my recent loggins and I found that I loggedin from Gremany, I havent been to Germany since 1976.Changed to stronger password, Fixed it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SayethWhaaaa 245 Posted November 30, 2012 I don't think Stary is telling us the whole star-- story. I think the situation played out a little more like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6iW-8xPw3k Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+ghostrider883 526 Posted December 2, 2012 (edited) Przemek, Enable two step verification for your Gmail a/c, that should take care of unauthorized logins to your account. Gmail>Account>Settings>Security>Enable two step verification. Edited December 2, 2012 by ghostrider883 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
