Users globally, including in Portugal, report receiving unsolicited Microsoft authentication codes

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Thousands of users globally are receiving unsolicited Microsoft authentication codes via SMS, email, or the Authenticator app. This surge in notifications, reported across various platforms including Portugal, suggests someone may know your email, phone number, or account details. While not always a compromise, repeated codes indicate attempts to access your digital identity and warrant immediate attention.


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