‘Ransomware’ Locks Computers, Demands Payment
FBI warns of new internet scam and malware that activates by just visiting a website.
There is a new “drive-by” virus on the Internet, and it often carries a fake message — and fine — purportedly from the FBI. “We’re getting inundated with complaints” about the virus known as Reveton ransomware, which is designed to extort money from its victims, said Donna Gregory of the Internet Crime Complaint Center. Reveton is described as drive-by malware because unlike many viruses — which activate when users open a file or attachment — this one can install itself when users simply click on a compromised website. Once infected, the victim’s computer immediately locks, and the monitor displays a screen stating there has been a violation of federal law. The bogus message goes on to say that the user’s Internet address was identified by…
Mike@ComputerCrashService.com
5:45 am on Friday, August 10, 2012
It is important to note that any payment you make or information you provide in response to the ransom, is likely to be used for identity theft and further criminal enterprise. Please be sure to use a local computer technician and not submit your information to the criminals Mike@ComputerCrashService.com more ›