Microsoft System Security Alert fake alert Removal Guide

Microsoft System Security Alert is the heading of a fake alert the goal of which is to make you think that you have no choice but to call the number provided. The fake alert is a scam that uses the name of Microsoft to convince the victim that the warning is trustworthy. However, the truth is that Microsoft does not send security alerts containing phone numbers. All security-related or technical issues are solved only when the user initiates a dialog with the service provider. The Microsoft System Security Alert fake alert is a scam, and you should ignore its content. More important, remove it from the screen.

It is very easy to swallow the bait of the Microsoft System Security Alert scam if you use the computer only for the basic needs and keep the OS unprotected. The scam consists of two pop-up warnings that are displayed one after another after clicking the OK button. The two persistent pop-ups are displayed on top of a warning in a red background. According to the scam notification, Microsoft has identified that some infection is present on your computer, so the browser has been blocked. The following warning specifies the infection by stating that the Zeus virus is running on the PC. For the solution to the program, the victim is instructed to call 1-866-217-8835.

The heading Microsoft System Security Alert may also refer to a another scam spread for the same purpose. The scam politely addresses the victim informing that some infection has been downloaded to the computer, so the user of the infected device should immediately, within 5 minutes, contact the expert available at 1-877-372-6054.

We strongly advise you against calling the number given because you will be put through to an impostor who may manipulate you into inadvertently causing damage to your own computer. For example, the scammer may guide you to a website that supposedly contains some program  necessary for solving the issue. Instead, you are likely to download and install malware, which could either download new infections or damage your data straight away. Phone scams may pretend to have removed the threat and may ask you to pay for this service. More specifically, the fraudster may ask you to provide your online banking details, which you should not do. Hence, once you find any warning that is delivered to your screen to tell you that Microsoft is waiting for your inquiry by phone, do not wait but remove it from the screen.

The Microsoft System Security Alert fake alert is yet another attempt of schemers to obtain access to the victims’ money or computers. It appears that cyber crooks do not give up and expect that there still are some people unaware of deceptive technical support notifications. The increasing number or scam campaigns suggest that the schemers behind this type of social engineering are making some gain, so depriving the attackers of any possible acquisitions might have some effect.

If you are concerned as to why you have been affected by the Microsoft System Security Alert fake alert, bear in mind that online scams can be displayed by separate websites and adware programs. A scam warning may pop up as a regular web banner, and, whenever you encounter some intimidating notification, remember that the warning is not necessarily displayed by the operating system or the developer maintaining the system. Fraudsters employ multiple methods to deceit unsuspecting PC user, and, if your PC get affected, consider changing your browsing habits and implementing a reputable security program. Your OS should be kept protected, because malware accesses systems stealthily to gather your data or exploit your CPU.

Below you will find our removal guide that will help you check whether any adware programs installed as browser extensions are present on your Internet browsers. If you have any questions concerning the removal of questionable browser apps, leave your question below in the comment box.

How to remove Microsoft System Security Alert

Google Chrome

1. Click the menu button  with three dots.
2. Select More tools and click Extensions.
3. Remove unwanted extension.

Windows Edge

1. Click the button with three dots in the top-right corner.
2. Select Extensions.
3. Remove the unwanted browser application.

Internet Explorer

1. Select the Tools button in the upper-right corner.
2. Click Manage Add-ons.
3. Select Toolbars and Extensions.
4. Terminate questionable browser applications.

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the button with three horizontal lines.
2. Click Add-ons.
3. Select the unwanted extension.
4. Click the Remove button.