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Ransomware While Using Answerbank

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Guilbert53 | 14:49 Sat 10th Nov 2018 | Editor's Blog
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I was just in the middle of typing a reply on AnswerBank (Windows 7 PC with Chrome browser) when a message came up and overlaid the AnswerBank window saying it had detected my Windows system had not been updated and it was going to delete all my files.

A clock then counted down till file deletion.

I closed my browser and then ran CCleaner to remove all temporary and internet files.

Must admit I am now VERY reluctant to use AB again.
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I am unable to replicate this issue. If it happens again, please could you take a print screen of the page and email it to [email protected].
14:54 Mon 12th Nov 2018
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May be ad related.
Or malware picked up earlier ?
If cleaning temp files wirked, probably a bluff.
14:56 Mon 12th Nov 2018
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The AnswerBank is a secure website.
14:58 Mon 12th Nov 2018
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I've had "Congratulation Ipad User" popup a few minutes ago.
21:09 Mon 12th Nov 2018
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If it happens again, please provide me the URL and I shall block it from The AnswerBank. You can send the URL to the email address [email protected] or you can pop it in this thread.
09:20 Tue 13th Nov 2018

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