ThHi,
I accidentally clicked the ‘Update’ button on this pop-up ad: http://bit.ly/2vXEGji and downloaded the file.
I instantly deleted the file and DID NOT run it. Is my computer safe or am I in trouble since I downloaded the file?
Thanks so much!
Hi, I accidentally clicked the ‘Update’ button on “HoeflerText” wasn’t found pop-up
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Remove the file you downloaded and also empty the trash. Also, we strongly recommend you to download an anti-malware software like Malwarebytes or FortectIntego and scan your computer thoroughly. Most anti-malware programs offer a free scan feature, which means that you won't have to pay for malware removal. This will help you to see whether there are any malicious files or programs on your computer.
If you didn't run the file, you saved yourself from a ransomware attack. DO NOT accidentally open the file!
"The "HoeflerText" wasn't found" pop-ups are deceptive and they offer you a file that contains ransomware. Criminals compromise websites to make them display this deceptive pop-up for users. As long as the website owner doesn't notice what happened to the website, the malicious script remains and poses a threat to every user who visits that website.
2-Spyware team.