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Along with rogue anti-malware, fake anti-piracy utilities are now also being distributed. Many Internet users download music and other media from the net, while being infected by malware from hacked or rogue websites. These Trojans issue fake copyright warning messages to scare the public - They are advised to take their chances in court, or skip the heavy fines and possible jail time by opting for a ‘pre-trial settlement’. They are then directed via hacked websites to another malware site where computers are further infected and where fake financial ‘settlements’ are solicited, and where banking details are provided to criminals.

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Basic Internet Security Information and Tips »

Author : ScamMaster Published: November 18th, 2009

We decided to point to a few basic tools and information which may help to make the Internet a little safer. Please note that you should use your own discretion before using any of these tools or facilities, as we do not recommend anything and any action on your part is entirely at your own risk. INTERNET ADVISORY CENTERS Occasionally an [...]

FTC Guides Governing Endorsements and Testimonials »

Author : ScamMaster Published: October 8th, 2009

The latest changes affect Testimonial Advertisements, Bloggers and Celebrity Endorsements. Under the revised Guides, advertisements that feature a consumer and convey his or her experience with a product or service as typical when that is not the case will be required to clearly disclose the results that consumers can generally expect. In [...]