Remove “Failed To Remove Viruses” fake alert

The “Failed To Remove Viruses” alert is a fake virus notification that claims viruses have been found on your computer. These supposed viruses are tracking your internet activities and collecting your banking details and login credentials. While these claims may be scary, they are completely fake. These fake virus alerts usually try to trick users into downloading questionable programs or scare them into calling fake tech support numbers. Users should keep in mind that virus alerts appearing in the browser will always be fake.

 

 

If you get redirected to a site hosting this scam, you will be greeted with two pop-ups claiming your PC is infected with 18 viruses. The first pop-up falsely explains that your system has been infected by viruses that intend to steal your information (Internet activities, banking details, and login credentials). The other pop-up displays a fake virus scan of your computer, with worrying results. The fake scan will show that your computer has all kinds of infections, from adware to keyloggers. The pop-ups prompt you to download a supposed anti-virus program that will remove the supposed infections. However, these alerts are fake. There is no reason to download the offered program because there’s no infection. The program could be something dubious or outright malicious.

The contents of the fake “Failed To Remove Viruses” alert are below:

Failed to remove viruses (18) !

IMMEDIATE ACTION IS REQUIRED!

Viruses found on this PC track internet activity to collect banking details and login credentials at the moment.

Please activate Antivirus to keep your PC protected.

ACTIVATE ANTIVIRUS
Ignore*

*Your PC will become 100% vulnerable to threats, which will entail unpredictable consequences

For future reference, any virus alerts you see in your browser will always be fake. Browsers do not generate legitimate virus notifications, so you should only trust your installed anti-virus program for accurate information regarding any potential infections on your device. Additionally, never download anything from advertisements. It’s also strongly recommended to thoroughly research all programs before installing them. You should also use only reputable websites for downloads.

Why are you shown fake virus alerts?

There are several reasons why users might end up on websites that display fake virus alerts. Often, this happens when users visit ad-heavy sites but do not have an adblocker program installed. Many questionable websites, especially those containing pornographic or pirated content, expose users to very large amounts of dubious ads and redirects. A click on anything on these sites can trigger redirects. Fortunately, using a reliable adblocker program can effectively prevent these ads and redirects.

In less common cases, adware can be the trigger behind the redirects as well. While adware is typically a minor infection, it can be quite bothersome. This type of infection is usually bundled with popular free programs and set to install alongside. Essentially, adware is offered as an additional offer. Although these offers are technically optional, they have to be manually deselected. This is made difficult because they are hidden in settings that users rarely check.

To avoid unwanted junk, pay attention when installing free programs and choose the correct settings. Opt for Advanced (Custom) settings instead of Default, which the installation window will recommend. The Default settings typically install all additional offers without your consent, while Advanced settings will list these offers, allowing you to deselect any you do not want. It’s a good idea to reject all offers, as legitimate software typically doesn’t use this kind of installation method. In fact, programs that do so are often flagged as potential threats by anti-virus software. To keep your computer free from junk programs, always make sure to deselect these extra offers.

Remove “Failed To Remove Viruses” fake alert

You can simply close the window to remove “Failed To Remove Viruses” fake alert from your screen. If the pop-up keeps reappearing, scan your computer with WiperSoft to check for an adware infection. You also need to install an adblocker program to block redirects and ads, particularly when browsing ad-heavy sites. You can also ignore all future virus alerts that pop up in your browser as they’ll always be fake.

If you have downloaded something from this “Failed To Remove Viruses” or a similar alert, you need to remove it immediately.