Windows 10: Malware alert possibility scam

Discus and support Malware alert possibility scam in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Computer locked alert from Microsoft due to security concerns instructed to call 8665813371 to unlock, David P answered had me load unltraview and gave... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by David Bridges1, Aug 15, 2024.

  1. DAVID BRIDGES1
    David Bridges1 Win User

    Malware alert possibility scam


    Computer locked alert from Microsoft due to security concerns instructed to call 8665813371 to unlock, David P answered had me load unltraview and gave call back number 2022024278, also transfer to my bank fraud department to alert bank, did not provide any bank information- at this point I become suspicious and hung up and uninstalled ultra view, was this a hack & what should I do now on my laptop?Thanks you

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    David Bridges1, Aug 15, 2024
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  2. SMEED
    Smeed Win User
    Smeed, Aug 15, 2024
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  3. JSSSSSSSSS
    Jsssssssss Win User
    Possible scam?

    Unfortunately the image which you included is not correctly displayed...
    (Later EDIT: images are now correctly displayed)

    But... Even without seeing your image it is clear that:

    Yes, these fake alerts are well known so-called Tech support scams.

    Suggestion to read the below post to learn how to deal with these Fake alerts, especially while using Edge...


    In addition you might also want to read these, IMO, interesting and enlightening articles and I'd also make sure to get a good advertisment blocker. I, personally, use uBlock Origin.:


    HTH,

    Julia
     
    Jsssssssss, Aug 15, 2024
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  4. JSSSSSSSSS
    Jsssssssss Win User

    Malware alert possibility scam

    Possible virus or scam

    As already mentioned:

    All these kind of pop-ups/alerts are fake warnings - scams. Never ever call these numbers.

    Please read:
    Beware of Phony Tech Support Scams

    Normally you just close your browser:
    https://blog.malwarebytes.com/threat-analysis/2014/11/psa-tech-support-scams-pop-ups-on-the-rise/

    11 Fast Ways to Open Task Manager in Windows 10, 11, and 8

    You might want to run a quick scan with your Anti-Virus program.

    In case you keep on getting these fake alerts:

    Follow the steps provided here: Remove Tech Support Scam pop-up (Call For Support Scam)

    Suggestion to read:


    You might want to report this to Microsoft (but you don't have to):
    http://support.microsoft.com/reportascam

    and you might want to watch:

    Fake Tech Support Scams – video from the MS Digital Crimes Unit

     
    Jsssssssss, Aug 15, 2024
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