Threat has been detected, keeps popping up whilst browsing on chrome

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OK

here is the fix log, hope I managed to do the right thing, let me know. thanks 

[essexboy]

That was good, if you could now run AdwCleaner

[REDACTED]

OK here it is, thanks

[essexboy]

OK if you could now re-install Chrome and let me know if the problem re-presents itself

[REDACTED]

Hi Essexboy

I have re-installed and the message is no longer coming up - success. 

Many thanks, you've been really helpful.

Any idea what may have caused it? The computer is pretty new (1 year old) and to the best of my knowledge I always download things from trusted sites.

[essexboy]

There is a sneaky little bit of adware that changes chrome to the developer version.  This removes all of chromes built in safety restrictions so anything can be added to it as an extension

Subject to no further problems   

I will remove my tools now and give some recommendations, but, I would like you to run for 24 hours or so and come back if you have any problems 

Now the best part of the day ----- Your log now appears clean  :thumbsup:

A good workman always cleans up after himself so..The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset  System Restore points:

Remove tools

Download and run Delfix




: Keep Java Updated :

WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article

I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software.
In that instance I would recommend that you disable Java in your browsers until you need it for that software and then enable it. (See How to diasble Java in your web browser and How to unplug Java from the browser)

If you do need to keep Java then download JavaRa
Run the programme and select  Remove Java Runtime.  Uninstall all versions of Java present
Once done then run it again and select Update Java runtime > Download and install Latest version



Now that you are clean, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:

CryptoPrevent install this programme to lock down and prevent crypto ransome ware



Malwarebytes.

Update and run weekly to keep your system clean

Unchecky

Click on the link above to be taken to Unchecky.com
click the very large Download button.
click Save
Click Open folder
Right click on the Unchecky_setup and choose to Run as Administrator
Once open click the Install button.
Then click on Finish
Unchecky is now installed and will help you keep unwanted check boxes unchecked, this is a fire and forget programme 

It is critical to have both a firewall and anti virus to protect your system and to keep them updated.

To learn more about how to protect yourself while on the internet read this little guide  Best security practices Keep safe  :wave:

[REDACTED]

That's great - I've downloaded and updated everything.

I'll let you know how I get on tomorrow. Once again, many thanks essexboy, you've saved me!

 

[essexboy]

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Hi Essexlad

No avast pop up, just logged on tonight and all seems dandy.

Hopefully that'll be the end of it. If I do have problems shall I just use this thread again to contact you?

[essexboy]

Aye, either that or start a new thread