That's really discouraging. I don't store any passwords on the machine. Everything is encrypted. I am the only account. I have a BIOS password. I have a firewall, and a VPN. I have no contacts saved on the box. The only thing you suggest, besides starting over, that I don't have going on (other than using a different distro than Mint) is Lokinet.
Imma have a look at Lokinet, because I have no idea what it is.
I really appreciate your kindness and consideration.
Thanks!