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From:
Microsoft Account Team
security-alert@microsft-account.com
To:You
Date:Fri, Oct 2, 2026 10:44 AM
Subject:Unusual sign-in activity on your account
We detected something unusual about a recent sign-in to your Microsoft account. Sign-in details:
Country/region: Russia
IP address: 185.243.112.47
If this wasn't you, your account has been compromised and you must act within 4 hours or your account will be permanently locked.
Please click here to verify your identity and secure your account.
Thanks,
The Microsoft Accounts Team