Updates for skype etc thru File.org

Discussion in 'Software' started by Grandma Beth, Aug 13, 2013.

  1. Grandma Beth

    Grandma Beth Private E-2

    I keep getting notices that such and such program needs updated. But the updates aren't directly from Skype or other programs, but thru a site called File.org. What is this and is it legitimate site or a fake site with viruses?
     
  2. usafveteran

    usafveteran MajorGeek

    Here's a quote from http://www.mywot.com/en/scorecard/file.org:

    "I downloaded a file opener from file.org and before I opened it I scanned it with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Scanner and there was a VIRUS! That Malwarebytes got
    rid of for me! So do yourself a favor and don't use this site!"

    I suggest you install Malwarebytes Anti-Malware if you don't have it and run it. And, avoid file.org.
     
  3. Grandma Beth

    Grandma Beth Private E-2

    thanks. Another question. I keep getting messages from windows to update stuff right from the screen. I don't think it is really windows but the Microsoft name is on it. Can't I fix it so windows automatically updates security info by itself. I think these are fake and I don't download them.
    I also get notices that my computer is infected and I should run a program to detect and repair it. I already have windows security suite and run a weekly quick scan. Is this another fake or virus laden thing too?

    Thanks for any advice you can give me.
     
  4. sikvik

    sikvik Corporal Karma

    Work your way through the Read And Run Me.
    Follow the directions.
    If you have issues, make a note of the same- and continue on to the next step of instructions.
    Once you have the requested logs, please attach the same, in a new thread started in MalwareRemoval.
    Mention any Issues, you may have faced running the scanners /obtaining logs.

    Cheers..
     

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