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Warning Internet Security Breached Scam

Also Known As: Warning: Internet Security Breached!! virus
Type: Adware
Damage level: Medium

What is "Warning: Internet Security Breached!!"?

"Warning: Internet Security Breached!!" is a fake pop-up error message claiming that personal information has been stolen. This error is displayed by a malicious website, which users mostly visit inadvertently - they are redirected by potentially unwanted programs (PUPs).

Research shows that these applications infiltrate systems without users' consent ("bundling" method). In addition, PUPs track Internet browsing activity and continually deliver intrusive online advertisements.

Warning: Internet Security Breached!! adware

This pop-up claims that a suspicious connection to steal personal data (logins/passwords, banking details, etc.) has been detected and, therefore, access to the Internet has been blocked. To solve this problem, users must immediately contact technical support via a telephone number ("1-844-809-6669") provided.

Certified technicians then supposedly help to suspend the malicious connection. Be aware, however, that this pop-up is false. By displaying the "Warning: Internet Security Breached!!" error, criminals attempt to trick victims into calling and paying for services that are not required.

You can remove this error simply by closing the web browser. Potentially unwanted programs continually record IP addresses, URLs visited, search queries, and other similar data relating to web browsing activity. The data might contain personal details that developers share with third parties (who misuse it to generate revenue).

Therefore, information tracking can lead to serious privacy issues or even identity theft. In addition, PUPs deliver coupon, banner, pop-up, and other similar ads. To achieve this, developers employ a "virtual layer" - a tool that enables placement of third party graphical content on any site.

The displayed ads often conceal underlying website content, thereby significantly diminishing the Internet browsing experience. In addition, some lead to malicious websites - clicking them is risky and can result in further computer infections. You are strongly advised to remove all potentially unwanted programs immediately.

"Warning: Internet Security Breached!!" is virtually identical to Critical Error, Don't Restart Your Computer, System Blocked For Security Reasons, and dozens of other fake error messages. All state that the computer is infected, missing files, or damaged in other similar ways, however, these errors are false and should never be trusted.

Their only purpose is to generate revenue for the developers. In fact, potentially unwanted programs also have identical purposes - they claim to enhance the web browsing experience by providing various 'useful features'. They deliver no significant value for regular users, cause unwanted browser redirects, gather personal data, and deliver intrusive advertisements.

How did adware install on my computer?

Cyber criminals proliferate PUPs using a deceptive marketing method called "bundling" - stealth installation of third party software with regular apps. Developers know that users often rush the download/installation processes and skip most steps. Therefore, bundled programs are hidden within the "Custom/Advanced" settings.

By rushing these procedures and skipping steps, users expose their systems to risk of various infections and compromise their privacy.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

To prevent this situation, be cautious when downloading and installing software. Select the "Custom/Advanced" settings and closely analyze each step. Furthermore, decline offers to download/install additional applications and cancel those already included.

Warning: Internet Security Breached!!
A Suspicious Connection has breached and Accessed Your Logins, Banking Details & Personal Data.
Your TCP Connection Has been Blocked by Windows Defender, However, Your Account May have been Suspended Until You Take an Action, Hence, It is Highly recommended that you take Action Immediately and Save Your Machine from any Disruption Your Personal Information seems to Have Been Leaked. IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED 1-844-809-6669 Microsoft Has Tried To Seal The Penetration In Your Hard Drive! However, Further Patching Up is Required on Your Internet Sockets and it is essential to diagnose the extent of damage done. Please contact a Microsoft Certified Expert Urgently To Prevent Data Crash Please Call on 1-844-809-6669 (Toll-Free) to get a FREE Diagnosis by Microsoft Support Agents. You may choose to book an Appointment to Visit Your Nearest Microsoft Service Centre Later OR Alternatively, Get Support Right Now for Free (Recommended) Call 1-844-809-6669 (Toll Free) to Book an Appointment

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Quick menu:

Adware removal:

Windows 11 users:

Accessing Apps and Features in Windows 11

Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.

Windows 10 users:

Accessing Programs and Features (uninstall) in Windows 8

Right-click in the lower left corner of the screen, in the Quick Access Menu select Control Panel. In the opened window choose Programs and Features.

Windows 7 users:

Accessing Programs and Features (uninstall) in Windows 7

Click Start (Windows Logo at the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose Control Panel. Locate Programs and click Uninstall a program.

macOS (OSX) users:

Uninstall app in OSX (Mac)

Click Finder, in the opened screen select Applications. Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located in your Dock), then right click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.

Warning: Internet Security Breached!! adware uninstall via Control Panel

In the uninstall programs window, look for any suspicious/recently-installed applications, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".

After uninstalling the potentially unwanted program, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Remove adware from Internet browsers:

Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:

Internet Explorer logoRemove malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:

Removing Warning: Internet Security Breached!! ads from Internet Explorer step 1

Click the "gear" icon Internet Explorer options icon (at the top right corner of Internet Explorer), select "Manage Add-ons". Look for any recently-installed suspicious browser extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

Removing Warning: Internet Security Breached!! ads from Internet Explorer step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the warning: internet security breached!! virus, reset your Internet Explorer settings to default.

Windows XP users: Click Start, click Run, in the opened window type inetcpl.cpl In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows XP

Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: Click the Windows logo, in the start search box type inetcpl.cpl and click enter. In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 7

Windows 8 users: Open Internet Explorer and click the gear icon. Select Internet Options.

Reseting Internet Explorer settings to default in Windows 8 - accessing

In the opened window, select the Advanced tab.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 8 - Internet options advanced tab

Click the Reset button.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 8 - click the Reset button in the Internet options advanced tab

Confirm that you wish to reset Internet Explorer settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 8 - confirm settings reset to default by clicking the reset button

Google Chrome logoRemove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Removing Warning: Internet Security Breached!!  ads from Google Chrome step 1

Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome options icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "Tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons, select these entries and click the trash can icon.

Removing Warning: Internet Security Breached!! ads from Google Chrome step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the warning: internet security breached!! virus, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Click the Advanced… link.

Google Chrome settings reset step 1

After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.

Google Chrome settings reset step 2

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Google Chrome settings reset step 3

Mozilla Firefox logoRemove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:

Removing Warning: Internet Security Breached!! ads from Mozilla Firefox step 1

Click the Firefox menu firefox menu icon (at the top right corner of the main window), select "Add-ons". Click "Extensions", in the opened window, remove all recently-installed suspicious browser plug-ins.

Removing Warning: Internet Security Breached!! ads from Mozilla Firefox step 2

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with warning: internet security breached!! virus removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.

Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, firefox menu icon in the opened menu, click Help.

Accessing settings (Reset Firefox to default settings step 1)

Select Troubleshooting Information.

Accessing Troubleshooting Information (Reset Firefox to default settings step 2)

In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.

Clicking on Refresh Firefox button (Reset Firefox to default settings step 3)

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.

Confirm your want to reset Firefox settings to default (Reset Firefox to default settings step 4)

safari browser logoRemove malicious extensions from Safari:

removing adware from safari step 1 - accessing preferences

Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....

removing adware from safari step 2 - removing extensions

In the opened window click Extensions, locate any recently installed suspicious extension, select it and click Uninstall.

Optional method:

Make sure your Safari browser is active and click on Safari menu. From the drop down menu select Clear History and Website Data...

resetting safari step 1

In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.

resetting safari step 2

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) logoRemove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:

Removing adware from Microsoft Edge step 1

Click the Edge menu icon Microsoft Edge (chromium) menu icon (at the upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.

Removing adware from Microsoft Edge step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the warning: internet security breached!! virus, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon Microsoft Edge (chromium) menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 1

In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 2

Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 3

  • If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.

Summary:

declining installation of adware while downloading free software sampleCommonly, adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate Internet browsers through free software downloads. Note that the safest source for downloading free software is via developers' websites only. To avoid installation of adware, be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. When installing previously-downloaded free programs, choose the custom or advanced installation options – this step will reveal any potentially unwanted applications listed for installation together with your chosen free program.

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Tomas Meskauskas

Tomas Meskauskas - expert security researcher, professional malware analyst.

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