I was on eBay this morning, clicking on the usual insite links. Suddenly, my web browser (Google) froze, and a small pop-up appeared. Here is what it said:
blockedsystem66.com says:
* * Your system has been blocked. * *
Error # 36588a1be2ca552
Please call us immediately at: (855) 256-0520
Please do not ignore this safety alert. If you close this page before calling us, your computer access will be disabled to prevent further damage to our network.
Your computer has alerted us that it has been infected with a spyware and a virus. Our systems detected that the following information is compromised...
> Facebook Login
> Credit Card Number
> Email Account Login
> Photos stored on this computer.
You must call us immediately so that our engineers can walk you through the removal process over the phone. A certified Windows Support agent is standing by for your call right now.
Toll Free: (855) 256-0520
[OK]
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Behind the pop-up was a webpage that appeared to be from Microsoft. (The tab title actually said " Microsoft Official Support")
I decided to call the number and was connected to a person claiming to be from the Microsoft Support Team. The conversation was brief, as I became increasingly suspicious of this man who had no idea why I was calling. I ended the call when I was suddenly transferred to another person.
I then went to Google search for blockesystem66, for which there was no information. Now THAT was surprising.
My next stop was WHOIS, where I found out what I suspected all along... Phishers.
I must now return to the pressing business of scanning my system for any threats. I hope this information is useful to others. BEWARE!