A 13 month study by Google shows that fake anti virus programs are a growing threat to PC users. This scareware tactic accounts for 15% of malware.   The results of a Google study,  show that fake anti virus software is increasing. Often referred to as scareware, these programs can infect computers by tricking users into downloading malicious software to “fix” non-existent viruses and malware.

How do Fake Anti Virus Malware and Scareware Work?

A fake anti virus program may first appear as a legitimate looking pop-up window that tells the user that they have a dangerous virus. They are then prompted to click to buy anti virus protection to sort out their system. There is, however, no virus at all but the advert contains a potential problem if the user then clicks on it.

DONT CLICK ON IT:

The best solution is to turn off your computer (hard shut down) so the fake program wont install.  Yes you will lose whatever you were working on, but its much better than getting a virus. 

WHAT IF ITS TOO LATE:

Call me or email me, and ill see if I can help.