According to a press release from AARP’s Fraud Watch Network
scammers have begun to target Mac systems also. Only they do not call, they use
a phishing technique utilized by ransomware scammers. Phishing tries to get
computer users to click on a link that can take the user to a web site that
tries to collect personal information or downloads malware that can collect
your personal information from your computer.
In this case, scammers may send an email or try to direct
you to a web site with one of three domains- macsupports.info,
macworldservices1.com, or macsecurityalerts.co. Do not visit these web sites!
The sites download malware that freeze Macs and displays pop-up messages
warning of “dangerous viruses” and malware. Victims are urged to call a phone
number for help in removing the viruses and malware, for a price.
Clearly, Mac users need to use extreme caution when clicking
on links in emails or on web sites.
Tech support scammers often claim to be associated with
Microsoft, “Windows,” computer manufacturers or other computer related
organizations. Legitimate computer businesses do not call or email computer
users to warn of computer problems.
Anti-virus and anti-malware software helps to keep your
computer safe from viruses and malware. When manufacturers of this kind of
software detect new threats they will send updates en masse to subscribers of
their software. This is the protection that you should use to protect yourself
from viruses and malware. You should also be sure that your anti-virus and
anti-malware software automatically updates itself regularly.
AARP Fraud Watch Network:
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