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Microsoft does not send unsolicited email messages or make unsolicited phone calls to request personal or financial information, or to provide technical support to fix your computer. If you didn't ask us to, we won't call you to offer support.
6 Ιαν 2024 · The fake Microsoft Security Alert is a common tech support scam affecting Windows users. Malicious websites use fake pop-up warnings posing as Microsoft to trick users into calling fraudulent phone numbers. By instilling fear of malware and hacking, scammers aim to gain remote access and steal personal data and money.
30 Οκτ 2023 · With such readily available access to information stored on your devices and online accounts, a tech support scammer who gains access to your device can cause untold damage. Learn how to recognize a tech support scam and take steps to recover from one if you believe that you’ve been ripped off.
If you receive a phone call claiming to be from Microsoft, or see a pop-up window on your PC with a fake warning message and a phone number to call and get your “issue” fixed, it’s better to be safe and not click any links or provide any personal information.
1. Legitimate tech companies won’t contact you by phone, email, or text message to tell you there’s a problem with your computer. 2. Security pop-up warnings from real tech companies will never ask you to call a phone number or click on a link.
Six steps to recover from a tech support scam. Tips to keep your data safe. Watch this video to learn about the different types tech support scams and find out how to identify and avoid them.
9 Μαΐ 2022 · Here’s what to do: If you get an unexpected call from someone saying there’s a problem with your computer, hang up. It’s a scam. Don’t click any links in an unexpected message or email. And never call phone numbers left in voicemails, emails, texts, or social media messages.
