SecurityQuestion 42 of 100
A pop-up claims the computer is infected and urges the user to call a phone number for paid removal help. What is this most likely an example of?
a.A legitimate antivirus alert
b.A rogue/fake security alert (scareware)
c.A Windows Update notice
d.A driver installation prompt
Explanation
Scareware displays alarming fake alerts to pressure users into calling scammers or buying useless software. Legitimate antivirus tools do not ask users to call an unknown number. Treat such pop-ups as social engineering.
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