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You’re browsing a website, looking for a recipe or checking sports scores. Suddenly, your phone or computer vibrates. A flashing red box appears: or “WINDOWS DETECTED MALWARE – CALL SUPPORT IMMEDIATELY.”

“Virus Alert!” Pop-Up Scam: Don’t Tap That Fake Warning virus alert pop up

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When in doubt, close the browser, run your real antivirus, and go on with your day. You didn’t get a virus. You almost got scammed. Have you seen a fake virus alert pop-up recently? Share your experience in the comments to help others recognize the red flags. You’re browsing a website, looking for a recipe