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2. Inappropriate advertising on AOL

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   Please refer to the "Scan your computer with McAfee" header of our Using McAfee: Features article to find out how to scan your computer for virus and spyware. If you use other brands of antivirus or anti-malware software programs, you will have to use the scan or detect functions within these programs.

3. Recognize a hacked AOL Mail account

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   Hackers may change the settings in your AOL Mail account to disrupt your inbox or get copies of your emails. Access your mail settings and make sure none of your info or preferences were changed without your knowledge. Things to look for include: • Email filters • Display name • Email signature • Blocked addresses • Mail away message

4. Find and remove unusual activity on your AOL account

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   Monitoring your recent login activity can help you find out if your account has been accessed by unauthorized users. Review your recent activity and revoke access to suspicious entries using the info below.

5. Follow These Steps if You’ve Been Hacked

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   Anti-virus protection software is disabled without your knowledge; Your mouse is randomly opening software or files without you directing it; Any of these scenarios can be scary if they happen to you.

6. Protecting your AOL Account

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   • If you think someone else has used your account, immediately verify if any of your billing plans have been changed without your consent. Also, run a virus scan to rid the computer of any viruses that may have downloaded. • Sign into your account with your primary username and answer your Account Security Question. Check your account ...

7. Protect yourself from advanced attackers - AOL Help

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   While we continuously monitor for suspicious activity, you also play an important role in keeping your account secure by following safe online practices. Learn how you're notified and what to do to secure it from government-backed actors or hackers.

8. Why do I have so many pop up ads? Your computer could ... - AOL

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   In some cases, Levin advises going directly to the legitimate website of your anti-virus or anti-malware program to get to the bottom of things. “Go to your account directly and update whatever ...

9. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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   Phishing scams happen when you receive an email that looks like it came from a company you trust (like AOL), but is ultimately from a hacker trying to get your information. All legitimate AOL Mail will be marked as either Certified Mail, if its an official marketing email, or Official Mail, if it's an important account email. If you get an ...