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    Resolved [RESOLVED] Unknown Addresses in Hotmail

    I use Hotmail and I have begun to see several strange addresses showing in my Bcc list--and only in the Bcc Hotmail feature . These addresses do not appear in the Address Line, CC or my contact list. How these got to the Bcc section; I haven't any idea.
    I don't recall when this began to happen or I would consider a system restore. Any help will be appreciated. As usual, TIA.
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    A system restore would not have any impact on that list.

    First thing I'd do is change the password to that acc't in case it's been compromised.
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    Some malware scans of your computer may also be in order. Better safe than sorry. Note: Hotmail is a major hacker target these days. Your password should be at least 12-14 characters, no dictionary words, etc.

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    Thanks for your interest in and replies to my hotmail problem. I had changed my password about 10 days ago, I think. No malware and no reports of any virus. I gotta admit; this is a mystery. I have tried deleting them but that has been a no go.
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    Maybe contact Hotmail regarding the issue?

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    I went to Hotmail help forum and found this answer:
    1. Sign in to your Windows Live Hotmail account.
    2. Go to Options, then More Options.
    3. Under Customizing Hotmail, click Advanced privacy settings.
    4. Under Auto-complete suggestions select Only suggest people in my contact list.
    5. Click and then save.
    Took care of my problem with these unwanted addresses.
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    Got a new address showing today in my Bcc. Noticed it just nw when I wanted to send mail to several friends. Don't know what is going on but I will change my password again . Gotta put a stop to this "mess"; running out of passwords.
    [email protected] is the address that is unwanted(and unloved by me)
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    D.double post
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    I followed the same proceedure on this one name and the name is still there.
    BTW: I tried to remove the double posting of my last post but that didn't work either!!
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