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canetoad

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2. Worm, trojan

Reply to question everything (Original post)

Fri Feb 20, 2026, 09:18 PM

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Ransom ware - I'd say you definitely have an infection of some sort, not necessarily been hacked.

Usual procedure. Using Malwarebytes, Windows Malicious software remover, or some other reputable cleaner, scan your computer thoroughly. If you can look up how to start up in safe mode - so much the better. More chance of completely eliminating the infection.

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Is my computer hacked, or something? [View all] question everything Friday OP

I have never received an email offering assistance from microsucks UpInArms Friday #1

Worm, trojan canetoad Friday #2

Every bit of that sounds phony, including, and maybe especially the Microsoft message. usonian Friday #3

Thank you very much. I have an old version of Malwarebytes, scan the computer and it came clean. question everything Friday #4

This is a new scam. I've received three such invitations from people I know in the last few weeks - NewHendoLib Friday #5

My warning to you is that the more you wait and use your computer the worse it moniss Friday #6