How can I be sure I didn't fall for a ClickFix scam?
I had a close call with what I think was a ClickFix scam after my local doctor's website got hacked. I generally use a popular VPN, so I'm…
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Urgent Help! How Do I Get Rid of a Possible Virus and Avoid Spam Malware?
I have an HP laptop that's suddenly showing a scam message claiming it's urgent. It seems to want me to click 'okay' to redirect me to a fraudulent…
Why am I getting continuous verification codes from a Coca-Cola number on WhatsApp?
I've been receiving a flood of verification codes from what seems to be the Coca-Cola Company for the past three days. It's like 3 or 4 codes come…
How Can I Remove a Bootkit Without Replacing My Hardware?
I'm relatively new to PC usage and recently fell victim to a bootkit attack. Scammers convinced me to run some code in PowerShell and access my system folders.…
What should we do after my dad accidentally opened a scam PDF on his iPhone?
My dad received a fake overdue bill in PDF format on his iPhone, and he clicked on it but didn't click any links. He closed the PDF afterward…
Should I Be Worried About My iPhone's Battery Health?
I recently bought a used iPhone 14 Plus. The seller showed me that its battery health was 93% in the pictures, but when I checked it in person,…
Do I Really Have Malware or Is This Just a Scam?
I woke up to some notifications claiming I have various types of malware on my computer. When I clicked on the link, it directed me to a site…
Did I Get Scammed on a Hard Drive Purchase?
I recently bought a 2TB hard drive on Amazon for around €100. After plugging it in and formatting it normally, I checked the health status using CrystalDiskInfo and…
I Got Redirected to a Scam Site on My Phone—Am I Safe?
While browsing an art app, I was unexpectedly redirected to a scam site that promised prizes. I didn't click on anything and left the site immediately. I cleared…
Should I be worried about a ransom email from my own account?
I recently received a ransom email that appeared to come from my own university email account. The sender claimed to have accessed my computer through that email, but…
What should I do after falling for a Cloudflare scam?
I accidentally clicked on a fake Cloudflare verification link. What steps should I take now to secure my system? I'm using Windows 11 Home Edition (version 24H2).
I accidentally fell for an Ultraviewer scam—what should I do now?
Today, I got caught up in a serious situation after trying to access my health patient portal. Suddenly, my screen was bombarded with pop-ups and loud alarm sounds…
I just fell for a tech support scam—what should I do now?
I fell for a tech support scam while trying to access my health patient portal today, October 24, 2025. After encountering a barrage of pop-ups and a loud…
How Can I Check My Mom's iPhone for Viruses After She Got Scammed?
My mom had an iPhone 10 and a month and a half ago, she encountered a scam through a pop-up when she was using Google Translate. She mistakenly…
Received an Unsolicited Order Confirmation - What Could It Be?
This morning I found an email saying that I ordered a laptop and AirPods for pickup at a store far away from me. I didn't click on any…
Why am I getting random verification codes for a payment app I don't use?
I've been receiving verification codes for 'Remitly', which is a payment app that I've never signed up for. I'm pretty sure this is some kind of scam or…
Did I get ripped off buying an RX 580 2048SP?
Hey everyone! I recently picked up a used graphics card and was told it was a standard RX 580 8GB. I paid about $77.50 USD for it, which…
Help! I Got Blackmailed on Telegram – What Should I Do?
Two hours ago, I made a huge mistake. I was messaged on a platform for some fun texting, added them on Telegram, and mistakenly sent a photo of…
Help! $200 Apple Gift Card from Target says Code Invalid – What Can I Do?
I recently bought a $200 Apple gift card from Target, which I believed to be a reliable seller. Unfortunately, when I tried to redeem it, I got a…
Did I get scammed with my new Samsung 990 Pro SSD?
I recently purchased a Samsung 990 Pro SSD on eBay, and everything seemed fine at first. After installing Samsung Magician to clone my old SSD, I noticed neither…