Cybersecurity with Robin Saunders: Scareware

Has this ever happened to you? You’re browsing online when a pop-up ad appears on your screen warning you that your computer is infected with dozens of viruses. The ad conveniently says that you can remove all of these viruses by buying antivirus software that will immediately eliminate them.

If you’ve seen this, you’ve been hit with a scareware attack. Scareware is a scam where cybercriminals attempt to gain access to your credit card information, and often your computer by tricking you into buying fake antivirus software. This Webinar will teach you how to identify scareware attacks and show you how to help you avoid those pesky pop-up advertisements.