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The malicious "Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity" +1-844-313-8541 fake alert is launched by a file called “freedownloadmanager.exe”. This file is added to startup, which means that it will lock your screen even if you restart the PC. The main function of this .exe file is to lock your screen with an intimidating message that informs about the alleged activity of cyber attackers. The message states that access to your “device has been revoked due to a network security breach.” Just to make you more scared, this message also suggests that the so-called attackers could steal your passwords, emails, banking info, and other sensitive data. After providing you with this intimidating information, the message pushes you to call allegedly certified Microsoft technicians. If you call the number that supposedly represents these technicians, you will establish communication with schemers. Obviously, instead of helping you to unlock your screen, they will push you to believe that you need further assistance. Using that, they could trick you into downloading software that would grant them remote access to your operating system. Obviously, you need to remove "Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity" +1-844-313-8541 alert, not expose yourself to schemers.
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As you might have noticed, the screen-locking alert also showcases the icon of Internet Explorer. If you click it, the browser should open up. Although schemers leave this backdoor in case they want you to download software – which, of course, you should not do – you can also use it to research the scam, and, hopefully, that is exactly what you will do. It does not take long to realize that the "Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity" +1-844-313-8541 alert is fictitious. For one, the number is completely bogus, and that is something you can check using your access to the browser. Furthermore, it is highly unlikely that Microsoft would ever lock your computer to prevent attackers from performing malicious activity. You might get security alerts from anti-malware software and Microsoft security tools, but the lockdown of your operating system is unlikely to happen. So, if your PC is locked, and a suspicious alert appears, the chances are that you are dealing with malware that requires removal.
The manual removal guide below will certainly help you remove "Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity" +1-844-313-8541 fake alert in no time. It is most important that you kill the malicious process and delete the .exe file. If you manage that, you will no longer need to deal with the fictitious alert. When it comes to other infections, you might be able to get rid of them manually, or you might need to implement automated malware removal software. Whatever you do, make sure you get rid of all threats and keep your operating system guarded in the future. This fake alert should prove you how easy it is for malware to attack unguarded operating systems, and so you need to take action.
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- Tap Ctrl+Shift+Esc keys on the keyboard to launch Task Manager.
- Click the Processes tab to find all running processes.
- Click FreeDownloadmanager and then click End Process or End Task.
- Tap Win+E keys on the keyboard to launch Explorer.
- Enter %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup into the address bar (or %USERPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup if you are on Windows XP).
- Right-click the file named freedownloadmanager.exe and choose Delete.
- Restart your PC and then install a malware scanner to check for any leftovers.
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The last thing you should do when you encounter the "Microsoft has detected some suspicious activity" +1-844-313-8541 fake alert is call the number. You might be charged for this call, and, on top of that, the schemers answering the call could trick you into disclosing private information or even downloading malicious software. In one of the scenarios, schemers might convince you to download a tool enabling remote access so that they could allegedly fix all security issues. Using this opportunity, they could hijack your PC and use it many malicious ways. Use the instructions above to get rid of this fake alert and immediately scan for other infections. Also, implement security software to prevent malware from slithering in again.