Hey everyone,
I was browsing an article on the New York Post when I got redirected to one of those scary "your device is infected" pages, and then Chrome started trying to install something. Before I could figure out what was going on, I ended up on an Opera GX page, and I think what got installed was a fake Opera GX installer. I quickly deleted that file and cleared my recycle bin, but I'm not sure if that was the right choice. I also ran a Windows Defender scan, and it didn't find anything, but I'm still feeling paranoid. I did open the installer briefly before closing it, so I'm worried there might be malware lingering around.
Should I just wipe everything and do a fresh install of Windows for peace of mind, or do you think I'm okay? I don't have a lot on my computer anyway, so time isn't an issue. Thanks for your help!
2 Answers
If you didn’t fully run the installer, you’re probably in the clear! It sounds like you took some good steps by deleting the file and running a scan. Just keep an eye on things for now and wait to see if anyone else chimes in with more advice.
Consider using uBlock Origin as a precaution. And if you’re having issues with Chrome, switching to another browser can help. It’s always better to err on the side of caution!
Thanks for the tip! Should I trust Windows Defender and Malwarebytes, or should I be looking for something else?
I appreciate the reassurance! I did briefly open it, but I closed it right away.