Navigating a Security Breach: My Experience with a “Test My Game” Scam
In today’s digital landscape, the threat of hacking is unfortunately ever-present. Recently, I fell victim to a well-known phishing scam involving a so-called “Test my game” file, and I learned some valuable lessons along the way. Here’s my experience and the steps I took to recover and safeguard my accounts.
The Incident
The trouble began when I received messages from two long-established Discord accounts that I had known for years. While it may sound alarm bells to many, I trusted them enough to click a suspicious link to download a “game” for testing. To keep things brief: I executed the file and quickly realized that I’d made a significant mistake when a third Discord account contacted me, sharing a screenshot that confirmed my Google account was compromised.
Immediate Actions Taken
Fortunately, I had a backup plan. I powered down my computer and disconnected it from the internet. I then logged out of my Google and Discord accounts on all devices and began resetting my passwords across the board. Since my passwords were saved in Google, this step felt critical. I also enabled two-factor authentication (2FA) wherever it was available to add an extra layer of security.
On the technical side, I performed a clean install of Windows 11. Understandably, this only wiped the drive where Windows was installed, but I wanted to mitigate any risks. I ran a full scan with Windows Defender and am currently conducting another one for good measure. Additionally, I’m planning to install Avast and Malwarebytes to ensure a thorough check of my system. For now, my computer remains disconnected from the network as a precautionary measure.
Seeking Help for the Malware
If anyone has the experience or expertise to safely analyze the malware in question, I believe it can be found at oblivora.com. However, I understand the risks that come with investigating potentially harmful software, so caution is paramount.
Considering a Complete Drive Wipe
Ideally, I want to avoid wiping all of my drives, but if it turns out to be necessary, I would appreciate recommendations on effective tools for performing a thorough drive wipe. This situation has opened my eyes to the importance of regularly updating security measures and conducting proactive checks.
Reflecting on Security Practices
As I look back at this experience, I can’t help but question whether I took all the right precautions to secure my accounts and eliminate the malware. Did I do enough to protect myself and
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