Possible scam --- When I search using Safari, I get a warning that programs are corrupted & shows a VPN app to download. aPN app. Is this something I should do or is it a scam?

I get the warning on my iPhone an my Mac Air? Do I need to download the VPN protection program?

iPhone 13 mini, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 20, 2023 02:36 PM

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Posted on Nov 20, 2023 03:13 PM

sfcollins wrote:
how do I stop getting these interruptions?

I would stop visiting any website which spits out that kind of junk.


Edit...this link may also be helpful Block pop-up ads and windows in Safari.


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Possible scam --- When I search using Safari, I get a warning that programs are corrupted & shows a VPN app to download. aPN app. Is this something I should do or is it a scam?

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