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The user "Nooby" reports that after reinstalling Windows 10 and installing basic updates and software, they received a notification that an app was blocked from accessing their microphone, raising concerns about potential malware or hacking. Replies suggest caution when installing tools like CCleaner and imply that further details about installed applications are needed to assess the situation properly. Overall, the discussion focuses on security concerns related to unexpected microphone access alerts and advises verifying installed software to diagnose the issue.

Nooby

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Hi all,

Recently I installed a clean copy of Windows 10 pro on my laptop.

After I finished updating windows, I installed only the Lenovo update software, an external FW and a few popular tools which have been downloaded from trustworthy websites.

However, while I was downloading (or installing) CCleaner, I received a notification that windows has blocked an app from accessing my microphone (I didn’t turn off the mic but just disabled all the apps on the list from accessing it).

To the best of my knowledge, I did not use any application that might want to access my mic.

Therefore, my questions are i) was my computer hacked/infected with a malware or any kind of malicious software? ii) Do you have any other explanation? iii) Is there a way to see what applications have been trying to access my mic/camera ?

Thank you in advance!
Nooby
 

JandN2639

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This may be an example of the reasoning behind the common advice to not install Ccleaner and similar apps.

I hope a reader can offer you more specific help.


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