Category Archives: Fake Warnings
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****Dont Restart Your Computer ****Call technical support 0800-014-8831 cannot be called a serious threat to your computer unless you fall for this fake alert and decide to call the provided telephone number. This fake message can be very deceiving for inexperienced computer users. But based on our research, this is just another annoying technical support scam as so many others that have hit the web in the past months, including "Windows ran into an unexpected error 1-844-313-8541," "License has Expired +1-888-303-5121," and "Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity +1-844-313-8541." ...
"Windows ran into an unexpected error" 1-844-313-8541
If you face a window with the “Windows ran into an unexpected error” 1-844-313-8541 message and this window is called “Windows System Diagnostics,” you can rest assured that malware has corrupted your PC. This malware is known by the name “FakeMsMessage,” but you must keep in mind that it is used for the identification of all kinds of fake alerts. While some fake alerts are delivered by redirecting users to corrupted pages or by showcasing misleading pop-ups, the one we are discussing in this report is far more disruptive. ...
"Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity" +1-844-313-8541
“Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity” +1-844-313-8541 is a fictitious system alert created by cyber criminals who seek to extort money from inexperienced users. The message tries to convince you that something is wrong with the system. It also urges users to contact the so-called Microsoft certified technician. No doubt that the person who answers the phone is not related to the company. Thus, you should simply ignore the message and get rid of the malicious software that displays it. Even though it might seem that there is nothing you can do, we can suggest at least a couple of ways to eliminate the threat. ...
Fake Norton Security Scan Tech Support Scam
We would like to introduce you to a recently released malicious application that has come to be known as Fake Norton Security Scan Tech Support Scam. Obviously, this program is malicious and needs to be removed, and we will show you how to do it at the end of this article. We have prepared a short description that we think you will find useful and interesting. Not much is known about this application, but we are going to provide you with all of the information that is currently available about it. ...
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Downloading freeware applications from unfamiliar websites eventually results in having multiple threats on your computer. Some of them might pretend to be regular notifications from official programs or operating systems. License has Expired +1-888-303-5121 is one of such fake alerts that look like the real deal, but it definitely is not. They are there to scare you and steal your money by making you think that you have to purchase the full version of the Windows operating system. Now, whether you need to do that or not, you should NEVER fall for this fake message because it is in no way related to Windows and Microsoft. ...
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When we browse the web, we seldom think about the dangers that might be waiting for us behind every (imaginary) corner. And when we encounter such notifications as **Your Computer has been blocked** +1-(888)941-3234, at first we do not know what we are supposed to do. However, if you see this fake alert on your screen, it means you have one or a few unwanted applications installed on your system, and these programs redirect you to sites that display the fake alert. Thus, it is clear that the best way to get rid of this annoying message is to remove all the applications that might be responsible for it. ...
1-877-884-5474 Google Security Warning Message
You may be frightened to see 1-877-884-5474 Google Security Warning Message in your browser as it pops up claiming that your computer is under attack by a serious malware infection. But, as a matter of fact, we have found that this is just a fake alert trying to push you to call the provided technical support telephone number. This is actually a well-known method for schemers to make money and is called a technical support scam for a reason. You should think again if you want to call this number because if you see this fake alert, there is indeed no other security issue present other than the adware infection that can redirect you to this warning page. ...
(844) 465-8251
Our researchers came across a suspicious pop-up that asks users to call the so-called toll-free helpline (844) 465-8251. No doubt that this is only a scam, so users should ignore the pop-up instead of doing what it says. The alert might be a result of adware application or another malware that is installed on user’s computer. Apparently, the threat could open user’s browser and redirect to a malicious web page that shows the fictitious pop-up. Thus, if you noticed an alert like this on your browser, we advise you to close it immediately and check the system for malicious software. ...
Fake Activation Support 1-877-784-7461
Fake Activation Support 1-877-784-7461 is a new technical support scam based on a fake alert. This infection blocks your screen and locks your executable programs so your computer becomes inoperational. Even if you try to restart your system, the fake Windows Activation window will show up again and again. Do not think for a second that if you enter your real product key and press “Activate,” your situation gets any better. As a matter of fact, this is all about making you have to call the provided alleged Activation Support telephone number (1-877-784-7461). ...
error_local_user
A program entitled error_local_user should be avoided at all times as it will cause major disruptions while using your personal computer. If you ever happen to encounter it running on your personal computer make sure to execute its complete removal as it does not exhibit any features that can be considered useful. The suspicious program in question will lock your desktop and thus, will limit the usage of your PC dramatically. If that was not enough, you should also be aware of the fact that in some cases this dubious piece of software could turn out to be a malicious one as it could be used as a gateway for other devious applications, which at times could even prove to be potentially dangerous. Read the rest of our report to find out how error_local_user functions and how you can delete it in its entirety. ...
