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2. Windows Defender Security Center scam: How to protect your ...

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   Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says a tech support scam used a fake Windows Defender pop-up, tricking the victim to call and download software. Windows Defender Security Center scam: How ...

3. Technical support scam - Wikipedia

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   The scammer may falsely claim that normally disabled Windows services should not be disabled and that these services were disabled due to a computer virus. [19] The scammer may misuse Command Prompt tools to generate suspicious-looking output, for instance using the tree or dir /s command which displays an extensive listing of files and ...

4. MS Antivirus (malware) - Wikipedia

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   MS Antivirus is made to look functional to fool a computer user into thinking that it is a real anti-virus system in order to convince the user to "purchase" it. In a typical installation, MS Antivirus runs a scan on the computer and gives a false spyware report claiming that the computer is infected with spyware.

5. Go phish? Cybersecurity experts explain what phishing ... - AOL

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   So, a phishing scam may make you think that a message is coming from a person or institution you trust, like your bank or your favorite video streaming service, when it's actually the work of ...

6. FBI MoneyPak Ransomware - Wikipedia

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   The FBI MoneyPak Ransomware, also known as Reveton Ransomware, is a ransomware that starts by purporting to be from a national police agency (like the American Federal Bureau of Investigation) and that they have locked the computer or smartphone due to "illegal activities" and demands a ransom payment via GreenDot MoneyPak cards in order to release the device.

7. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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   Sometimes these emails can contain dangerous viruses or malware that can infect your computer by downloading attached software, screensavers, photos, or offers for free products. Additionally, be wary if you receive unsolicited emails indicating you've won a prize or contest, or asking you to forward a petition or email.

8. Recognize a hacked AOL Mail account

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   Delete app passwords you don’t recognize. 3. Revert your mail settings if they were changed. 4. Ensure you have antivirus software installed and updated. 5. Check to make sure your recovery options are up-to-date. 6. Consider enabling two-step verification to add an extra layer of security to your account.

9. How to stop scammers from coming after your verification ...

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   Keep the code private, use it to log in, then delete it. If you’re worried there's a problem with your account, reach out directly to the entity that houses your account (bank, credit union ...