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Rogue:JS/FakeCall.D
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This threat is a webpage that claims that your PC is infected with malware. It asks you to call a technical support number to help remove the malware.
The website is a hoax and cannot find malware on your PC.
You can read more about this type of threat on our rogue security software page.
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find other, hidden malware.
Use cloud protection
The Microsoft Active Protection Service (MAPS) uses cloud protection to help guard against the latest malware threats. It’s turned on by default for Microsoft Security Essentials and Windows Defender for Windows 10.
Get more help
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.
