Hacker talks to me through notepad and I don’t know if they’re really gone

Encountering a Mysterious Online Intruder: My Experience with a Hacker

Have you ever experienced a jarring event on your computer that left you questioning your online security? Recently, I found myself in just such a situation. It all started when a perplexing message appeared on my screen, initiating a bizarre interaction with what I can only describe as a hacker.

As I was working on my computer, a strange pop-up caught my attention. Displaying a simple smiley face, it read: “Hello, do not freak out, or shut off your device; I have obtained access to this device and wanted to inform you that I am removing my access. Note that I have taken no action with this device. Sorry for the inconvenience.”

Puzzled and a bit anxious, I took a moment to process what I had just read. Then, to my astonishment, my cursor began moving on its own toward the Windows Search Bar, opening the notes application. At that point, the hacker typed, “hello.” Unsure of how to respond, I replied with a blunt “WHO IS THIS?”

The hacker proceeded to assert that I had inadvertently downloaded a virus, and it was evident that I had connected to “his panel.” He mentioned having a panel filled with his connections and claimed that he was monitoring my device. However, after a brief exchange, the conversation abruptly ended with a pop-up message declaring, “Host terminated connection – Client Disconnected.”

Reflecting on this alarming event, I recalled a possible encounter with malware in the past when I downloaded a game from GameJolt. While that experience resulted in a harmless background change and a few amusing pop-ups, it simply does not align with the hacker’s claims today.

As I write this, I am left wondering about the reality of the situation. Was it a prank, an authentic intrusion, or simply a glitch? If you’ve ever had a similar experience or have tips on how to secure your devices further, I would love to hear your thoughts!