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What browser are you using? Chrome and Firefox have an addon called WOT (Web of Trust), it will warn you if a site is potentially dangerous before allowing you to continue to the site, some anti-virus programs like Avast have an addon that is similar. It's not 100% but it does help a lot.It's a typical phishing attack. You call the number, they tell you your computer in infected and claim they can fix it for a specific amount of money then ask for you credit card or banking information then empty your accounts.I just had a screen come up telling me I had a virus, and asking me to ring up and report it. It said do not restart your computer and gave a telephone number. But Microsoft security has not registered any threat. I am wondering what to do. The phone number could be a scam itself, and there might be hackers trying to get my info.
The fact that you're relying on M$ security has me concerned, one of the lowest rated security programs available. If you have Malwarebytes I suggest you run it.
Yes, that is a very common scam. I don't trust ANYTHING that claims to be Microsoft that pops up on my screen. I don't click on them either, even to try to close them out, but immediately restart my computer. And if I have any concern that the warning is valid I go to the Microsoft website to investigate. These things are generally picked up on unsecured websites. Rule of thumb, unless you know who a popup on your screen is from, don't mess with it.
And trust me, nobody from Microsoft or any of their contractors are ever going to call you about a problem with your computer. So any such call you get will be a pure scam.
I do have Avast anti-virus--their free program is very good but I pay for their internet security program--it's very reasonable--and use the free malwarebyte program. So far--knock on wood--they haven't allowed a single virus or Trojan through in several years now.
I clicked on an add on facebook and that's when the warning screen appeared. Thanks for the info Ringel. I have not called the number, and I am going to restart my computer to see what happens.
That's your choice....... I won't go anywhere near IE for security reasons (and because I really do hate Microsoft but not Windows..........)What browser are you using? Chrome and Firefox have an addon called WOT (Web of Trust), it will warn you if a site is potentially dangerous before allowing you to continue to the site, some anti-virus programs like Avast have an addon that is similar. It's not 100% but it does help a lot.It's a typical phishing attack. You call the number, they tell you your computer in infected and claim they can fix it for a specific amount of money then ask for you credit card or banking information then empty your accounts.I just had a screen come up telling me I had a virus, and asking me to ring up and report it. It said do not restart your computer and gave a telephone number. But Microsoft security has not registered any threat. I am wondering what to do. The phone number could be a scam itself, and there might be hackers trying to get my info.
The fact that you're relying on M$ security has me concerned, one of the lowest rated security programs available. If you have Malwarebytes I suggest you run it.
Yes, that is a very common scam. I don't trust ANYTHING that claims to be Microsoft that pops up on my screen. I don't click on them either, even to try to close them out, but immediately restart my computer. And if I have any concern that the warning is valid I go to the Microsoft website to investigate. These things are generally picked up on unsecured websites. Rule of thumb, unless you know who a popup on your screen is from, don't mess with it.
And trust me, nobody from Microsoft or any of their contractors are ever going to call you about a problem with your computer. So any such call you get will be a pure scam.
I do have Avast anti-virus--their free program is very good but I pay for their internet security program--it's very reasonable--and use the free malwarebyte program. So far--knock on wood--they haven't allowed a single virus or Trojan through in several years now.
I clicked on an add on facebook and that's when the warning screen appeared. Thanks for the info Ringel. I have not called the number, and I am going to restart my computer to see what happens.
I am using the latest internet explorer, and I have just started downloading Malwarebytes, but its running very slowly. Edit, I cancelled that download because it stopped at 1%
Actually the gray one isn't all that bad, but that color of gray makes me look as dead as the model.
Actually the gray one isn't all that bad, but that color of gray makes me look as dead as the model.
The outfit on the far left seems fine to me. The one next to that looks like a fuzzy Star Trek uniform, and the one with the candy cane legs looks like a child put it together.
the red and blue tie dye and the gray!! LOVE the gray.Hmmm. I'm needing a few things for my fall wardrobe. Which one do you think I should order?
Actually the gray one isn't all that bad, but that color of gray makes me look as dead as the model.
The outfit on the far left seems fine to me. The one next to that looks like a fuzzy Star Trek uniform, and the one with the candy cane legs looks like a child put it together.
It made me think of Star Trek, too.
No line bi-focals? They did that to me when I first got them, after a week of nausea and double vision I turned them back in and got my money back then went with the lined bi-focals. Now I simply wear reading glasses when I need them as my distance vision (which wasn't that bad in the first place) improved by not wearing long distance corrective glasses.Meanwhile....I got my new glasses today. I loathe them. Double vision. The reading glasses frame I gave them, they broke at the company. So I had to go in and pic out a new pair of el cheapo frames...free of charge of course...and now I wait for those to come in. Once we get where we are going, I am going to see another eye doc cuz this can't be right. How the hell am I to see long distance and drive when its all double vision and it makes me nauseated to wear them?
I prefer my Tribble outfit........Actually the gray one isn't all that bad, but that color of gray makes me look as dead as the model.
The outfit on the far left seems fine to me. The one next to that looks like a fuzzy Star Trek uniform, and the one with the candy cane legs looks like a child put it together.
It made me think of Star Trek, too.
I think it's because of the pin.
I enjoyed the fair much more when the daughter and granddaughters were here to go with me. Also, before it cost $5 for parking and $15 to get into the fair. Then, there's the cost of food, and who can go to the fair without chowing down on all that greasy sin? I always did enjoy the animal exhibits the most.I always like going to the state fair..
No..not bifocals. Just distance glasses...which SUCK. I ain't wearing 'em. Nope.No line bi-focals? They did that to me when I first got them, after a week of nausea and double vision I turned them back in and got my money back then went with the lined bi-focals. Now I simply wear reading glasses when I need them as my distance vision (which wasn't that bad in the first place) improved by not wearing long distance corrective glasses.Meanwhile....I got my new glasses today. I loathe them. Double vision. The reading glasses frame I gave them, they broke at the company. So I had to go in and pic out a new pair of el cheapo frames...free of charge of course...and now I wait for those to come in. Once we get where we are going, I am going to see another eye doc cuz this can't be right. How the hell am I to see long distance and drive when its all double vision and it makes me nauseated to wear them?
No kidding about the sex and violence. And the producers just loved doing the bloodiest scenes in slow-mo!Have you seen any of the 3 Spartacus series? Talk about sex and violence. Its over the top with both.Oh..and don't watch it with kids around. Lots of sex scenes. LOTS.
Dad and I did that. Went to the county fairs just to see the animals. My sister and mom thought it a dirty place and preferred to have tea parties sucking up to the mayor while Daddy and I sloshed thru stinky mud looking at cows, pigs and chickens.I always did enjoy the animal exhibits the most.
I've been binging on GoT since the beginning. Each new season requires a review of at least the previous season before the new one is watched.I bought the set and its more than 3 seasons.Have you seen any of the 3 Spartacus series? Talk about sex and violence. Its over the top with both.Oh..and don't watch it with kids around. Lots of sex scenes. LOTS.
It kinda lost its flavor after Andy Whitfield died.
When GoT is over...I might buy that set too.
I have an affinity for animals, any way you look at it, but my partner beats all when it comes to pigs. I've seen the man "speak" to the pigs and they come right up to him, "talking" back and let him scratch and rub their ears and heads. I wish my granddaughters were here so they could participate in 4H.Dad and I did that. Went to the county fairs just to see the animals. My sister and mom thought it a dirty place and preferred to have tea parties sucking up to the mayor while Daddy and I sloshed thru stinky mud looking at cows, pigs and chickens.I always did enjoy the animal exhibits the most.
I have a backhoe and 200 acres, I just dare someone to show up and try to rob the place...The only time I left one of our vehicles unlocked was when the primary battery in the Prius was almost dead and I didn't know it, a crack addict picked that night to hit our neighborhood.So, I woke up a little while ago to the police at my door. My car and my neighbor's car were broken into last night (more like very early this morning). Stupid me, I left my car unlocked with my bank debit card in there along with probably around $40 in cash (including both change and paper money), which was stolen. I guess I am way too complacent. My neighborhood is pretty safe and we don't have a whole lot of crime. Soooo . . . that's how my day is going so far.
Yuck Chris. So you did cancel your debit card yes? Not much to do about the theft unless you have a zero deductible insurance policy. Damage to your car? I hate hate HATE that we live in a time in which people assault people in so many ways. I know what you mean about not expecting these kinds of things though--we live in a higher crime area than you but that kind of thing is very rare in our neighborhood too. Still it happens. The sense of violation is usually harder to take than the loss of your property.
Yup. That was the first thing I did after talking with the police. I already got my replacement card (for an extra $12, rush shipping) instead of having to wait 5-10 business days. I know that's a scam, but I really need my card. Lol.
Meh, I don't feel violated. I feel more annoyed. The only reason why my car was targeted was because I left it unlocked.
Dude, you live in El Paso, or course no neighborhood is safe. (Further comment might become too political for the CS.)No neighborhood is safe, I always take precautions, lock everything and keep my eyes open no matter where I am. Even when driving the vehicle is locked, especially in town where a carjacking is most likely to occur.The only time I left one of our vehicles unlocked was when the primary battery in the Prius was almost dead and I didn't know it, a crack addict picked that night to hit our neighborhood.So, I woke up a little while ago to the police at my door. My car and my neighbor's car were broken into last night (more like very early this morning). Stupid me, I left my car unlocked with my bank debit card in there along with probably around $40 in cash (including both change and paper money), which was stolen. I guess I am way too complacent. My neighborhood is pretty safe and we don't have a whole lot of crime. Soooo . . . that's how my day is going so far.
Yuck Chris. So you did cancel your debit card yes? Not much to do about the theft unless you have a zero deductible insurance policy. Damage to your car? I hate hate HATE that we live in a time in which people assault people in so many ways. I know what you mean about not expecting these kinds of things though--we live in a higher crime area than you but that kind of thing is very rare in our neighborhood too. Still it happens. The sense of violation is usually harder to take than the loss of your property.
Yup. That was the first thing I did after talking with the police. I already got my replacement card (for an extra $12, rush shipping) instead of having to wait 5-10 business days. I know that's a scam, but I really need my card. Lol.
Meh, I don't feel violated. I feel more annoyed. The only reason why my car was targeted was because I left it unlocked.
A good thing is that I've noticed the police have been patrolling my neighborhood in the last couple of days. My neighbor told me that she saw the police here in our parking lot at like 2 in the morning. I guess there have been quite a few car break ins around here in the last several weeks.
The police will provide temporary increased patrols in your area but like temporary means they will eventually have to focus elsewhere. A slight amount of paranoia is healthy, it's our built in defense mechanism, keeps us safer.
