Install Java To Continue POP-UP Scam

What is Install Java to continue?

"Install Java to continue" is another fake pop-up message encouraging users to take certain actions. In most cases, these messages appear when users visit deceptive or untrustworthy websites, often unintentionally - they are redirected by potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) or untrustworthy advertisements.

Most PUAs infiltrate systems without permission and cause redirects to untrustworthy websites. They also gather data relating to browsing activity and deliver intrusive advertisements.

The "Install Java to continue" fake pop-up message asks users to install Java to allow them to see the contents of a certain website. It states that the current version of Java is outdated and that it is important to use the latest version, since enhancements can improve computer performance, safety, security, and allows them to see web content properly.

This is a scam used to trick people into downloading potentially unwanted applications such as adware, and not the /official Java software. You are strongly advised to ignore offers to install/update Java using the download window. We recommend that you simply close the website.

If you cannot close it in the usual way, use Task Manager and terminate the entire browser process/task. Do not restore the previously-closed session, since this will reopen the website that originally led to the Java update scam message.

Most potentially unwanted adware-type applications deliver intrusive ads (coupons, banners, surveys, and so on). These are usually displayed via tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site. The ads conceal content of any visited website, thereby diminishing the browsing experience.

Furthermore, ads delivered by PUAs often lead to untrustworthy websites or execute scripts that download/install malicious programs. Clicking them can lead to system infections or other problems. Some PUAs also collect user-system data such as IP addresses, keystrokes, search queries, URLs of visited websites, geo-locations, and so on.

The data might contain personal or sensitive data that PUA developers often share with third parties (potentially cyber criminals) who misuse it to generate revenue. Therefore. having PUAs installed can lead to privacy/browsing safety issues or even identity theft. Therefore, we recommend that you uninstall all PUAs immediately.

Threat Summary:

Name	"Install Java to contine" virus
Threat Type	Phishing, Scam, Social Engineering, Fraud
Symptoms	Unauthorized online purchases, changed online account passwords, identity theft, illegal access of one's computer.
Distribution methods	Deceptive emails, rogue online pop-up ads, search engine poisoning techniques, misspelled domains.
Damage	Loss of sensitive private information, monetary loss, identity theft.
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"Install Java to continue" is similar to various other fake messages (such as Microsoft Support POP-UP Scam, Error Code :S112276 POP-UP Scam, MS-SYSINFO32 POP-UP Scam, and so on). 

Some fake messages trick users into paying for services or products, whilst others encourage them to update supposedly outdated software such as Java, and so on (in fact, they force users to install PUAs). These PUAs share many similarities: they deliver ads, cause unwanted redirects, and collect data.

How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?

Generally, users install PUAs inadvertently. They are often distributed via untrustworthy intrusive ads or a deceptive marketing method called "bundling" - stealth installation of adware or other PUAs with other software. Developers hide potentially unwanted applications in "Custom", "Advanced", and other similar options/settings of the installation processes.

They are commonly installed when users click intrusive ads, or rush installations and skip steps without checking settings and considering the possible outcome.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

Download, install, and update software with caution, especially if it is free. Use official and trustworthy sources only, and not third party downloaders/installers or other similar sources. Pay attention to the details when installing or downloading software, and check settings/options such as "Advanced", "Custom", etc.

Avoid clicking intrusive ads or "Download" buttons, especially when visiting untrustworthy websites. These sites may seem legitimate, but could redirect you to other dubious sites or download PUAs.

If you encounter redirects to untrustworthy websites (such as gambling, adult dating, pornography, and so on), check the list of installed applications on your browser and remove any unwanted/unknown add-ons, plug-ins, or extensions immediately. Check the list of installed programs on your computer and uninstall any unwanted/unknown programs.

If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Text presented in "Install Java to continue" pop-up:

Install Java Update
Your Java version may be outdated. It is important to use the latest version of Java plugin, upgrading to the latest Java version improves the security of your system, as older versions do not include the latest security updates.
The latest Java version contains important enhancements to improve your computer performance
Allows you to see web content properly
Safe and secure.
Free Software.
Update Version: 8u111

"Install Java to continue" promotes a fake Java updater/installer which infiltrates potentially unwanted applications:

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Quick menu:

• What is "Install Java to contine" virus?
• How to identify a pop-up scam?
• How do pop-up scams work?
• How to remove fake pop-ups?
• How to prevent fake pop-ups?
• What to do if you fell for a pop-up scam?

How to identify a pop-up scam?

Pop-up windows with various fake messages are a common type of lures cybercriminals use. They collect sensitive personal data, trick Internet users into calling fake tech support numbers, subscribe to useless online services, invest in shady cryptocurrency schemes, etc.

While in the majority of cases these pop-ups don't infect users' devices with malware, they can cause direct monetary loss or could result in identity theft.

Cybercriminals strive to create their rogue pop-up windows to look trustworthy, however, scams typically have the following characteristics:

• Spelling mistakes and non-professional images - Closely inspect the information displayed in a pop-up. Spelling mistakes and unprofessional images could be a sign of a scam.
• Sense of urgency - Countdown timer with a couple of minutes on it, asking you to enter your personal information or subscribe to some online service.
• Statements that you won something - If you haven't participated in a lottery, online competition, etc., and you see a pop-up window stating that you won.
• Computer or mobile device scan - A pop-up window that scans your device and informs of detected issues - is undoubtedly a scam; webpages cannot perform such actions.
• Exclusivity - Pop-up windows stating that only you are given secret access to a financial scheme that can quickly make you rich.

Example of a pop-up scam:

How do pop-up scams work?

Cybercriminals and deceptive marketers usually use various advertising networks, search engine poisoning techniques, and shady websites to generate traffic to their pop-ups. Users land on their online lures after clicking on fake download buttons, using a torrent website, or simply clicking on an Internet search engine result.

Based on users' location and device information, they are presented with a scam pop-up. Lures presented in such pop-ups range from get-rich-quick schemes to fake virus scans.

How to remove fake pop-ups?

In most cases, pop-up scams do not infect users' devices with malware. If you encountered a scam pop-up, simply closing it should be enough. In some cases scam, pop-ups may be hard to close; in such cases - close your Internet browser and restart it.

In extremely rare cases, you might need to reset your Internet browser. For this, use our instructions explaining how to reset Internet browser settings.

How to prevent fake pop-ups?

To prevent seeing pop-up scams, you should visit only reputable websites. Torrent, Crack, free online movie streaming, YouTube video download, and other websites of similar reputation commonly redirect Internet users to pop-up scams.

To minimize the risk of encountering pop-up scams, you should keep your Internet browsers up-to-date and use reputable anti-malware application. For this purpose, we recommend Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows.

What to do if you fell for a pop-up scam?

This depends on the type of scam that you fell for. Most commonly, pop-up scams try to trick users into sending money, giving away personal information, or giving access to one's device.

• If you sent money to scammers: You should contact your financial institution and explain that you were scammed. If informed promptly, there's a chance to get your money back.
• If you gave away your personal information: You should change your passwords and enable two-factor authentication in all online services that you use. Visit Federal Trade Commission to report identity theft and get personalized recovery steps.
• If you let scammers connect to your device: You should scan your computer with reputable anti-malware (we recommend Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows) - cyber criminals could have planted trojans, keyloggers, and other malware, don't use your computer until removing possible threats.
• Help other Internet users: report Internet scams to Federal Trade Commission.

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