Message from hifiSupport02.cf/?number44-808-168-4952 looped in tab with audio stating Windows Alert re porno malware and threat to lock my PC-I run Linux!?
Opened a link in ColoredCoins.org website which produced a login page requesting username and password. Audio message stated that MS Window had alerted them that pornographic malware was stealing credit card and bank details and was sending them to an unknown destination. The threat was that my PC would be locked and a report sent to my ISP provider. I don't run MS Windows. I killed the process but would like to know if this is a problem for other users. Whois produced a company in California for hifiSupport02.cf
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Hello, sorry that you've run into this bizarre popup. So this definitely sounds like a scam attempt with Pop-ups. Just to prevent possible risk. Which again is your 100% agreement and cooperation. Whether you follow through or not, is up to you. In my opinion, the site in which originated the message, is not one you should visit often. If you think it's 100% safe to use, then that's you and your security risk.
In terms of the current risk. I'd suggest doing a full Security Scan. My suggestion would be MalwareBytes, as this software is one of the best out there for finding threats to your computer and your personal information. https://www.malwarebytes.com/products/
For future pop-up pesky ads. I'd suggest getting an ad-blocker if you don't already. The add-ons will help you get rid of that junk! https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/ublock-origin/
Hope this helps!
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Hello, sorry that you've run into this bizarre popup. So this definitely sounds like a scam attempt with Pop-ups. Just to prevent possible risk. Which again is your 100% agreement and cooperation. Whether you follow through or not, is up to you. In my opinion, the site in which originated the message, is not one you should visit often. If you think it's 100% safe to use, then that's you and your security risk.
In terms of the current risk. I'd suggest doing a full Security Scan. My suggestion would be MalwareBytes, as this software is one of the best out there for finding threats to your computer and your personal information. https://www.malwarebytes.com/products/
For future pop-up pesky ads. I'd suggest getting an ad-blocker if you don't already. The add-ons will help you get rid of that junk! https://addons.mozilla.org/en-us/firefox/addon/ublock-origin/
Hope this helps!
Many thanks for the quick response. I've adblocker and popup blocker active on my PC. The only cookies I had were from the site visited. I am OK with my PC and it's security (as well protected as I can be). I will however run a full scan just be as sure as possible of my safety.
I was just concerned that this might be a problem for Windows users, as just about everything is aimed at them!
Thanks again.