Antivirus pop up virus

You may try GridinSoft Anti-Malware. Note: After removing the adware you might still need to disable Antivirus-protection. When you are not sure if a program is safe, look for the answer on the Internet. This step is for experienced computer users. Delete the ones that are obviously associated with malware. Warning signs Fake anti-virus spyware programs often generate more "alerts" than the software made by reputable companies. You may be bombarded with pop-up alerts, even when you're not online.

Scammers commonly use high pressure sales tactics to convince you to buy NOW! The alert may request you to pass on the "warning" to "others in your address book" or "everyone you know". Broken or oddly phrased English. The message is not addressed to a specified recipient, instead it is addressed to the 'account holder' or uses another generic title.

If your computer has been infected, it may dramatically slow down. Other signs that your computer has been infected include new desktop icons, new wallpaper or your default homepage is redirected to another site.

Don't even click on the cross to delete the pop-up alert as this may result in getting more pop-ups. Do not click anything in the pop-up.

You may need to force your browser to quit. Windows If you're on a Windows computer, follow these instructions to remove any malware that may be causing the pop-up to appear.

Mac If you're on a Mac, follow these instructions to remove any malware that may be causing the pop-up to appear. Using Free Streaming Sites If you're seeing this on a free streaming site, keep in mind that these types of websites are notorious for serving malware and opening pop-ups and "pop-unders" along with free TV and movie programming.

I have run cyberdefender and come up clean. Is this a scam, or is there really a virus in my computer not being detected? This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread.

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