Does a real security warning show a phone number?

The FTC says legitimate security pop-ups do not ask you to call a number.

What if I already allowed remote access?

Disconnect the computer from the internet, stop communicating with the caller, and write down what happened. Check for remote-access software and review any accounts or passwords used during the session.

Scam & Fraud Message Checker

Review a suspicious email, text, call, website, pop-up, or social message and see what to do next.

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FTC guidance: Unexpected support contact, pop-up phone numbers, remote-access requests, and unusual payment demands are common scam signs. Read the FTC’s guidance.

This tool cannot prove a message is safe: it does not inspect attachments, open links, confirm a sender, or monitor your device. If money, banking access, passwords, security codes, or remote access are involved, stop and verify independently.

One more check can prevent a rushed decision.

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Scam & Fraud Message Checker

What kind of contact are you checking?

Paste the message, URL, or phone number if it would help.

Did they ask you to pay or move money?

What information or access did they request?

Did the message create urgency, fear, or a threat?

Did it include a link or unexpected attachment?

Was the sender expected, and did the address or number match?

Have you already taken any action?

Your result

Still unsure?

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