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Scam diversions/pop-ups

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Georgyporky · 11/01/2023 18:14

When on MN, I keep getting diverted to a website telling me that my McAfee sub has expired, & click on the link to renew.

I do use McAfee, but it has not expired.

I ONLY get this on MN , despite having c.20 other windows open.
Anyone else get this scam via MN ?

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Georgyporky · 12/01/2023 11:10

@LilyMumsnet Hi Lily. I'm using Microsoft Edge, on my desktop PC.
I'll do a screenshot when it happens again

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WolfFoxHare · 12/01/2023 10:25

Just happened to me now, on safari on my laptop. I didn’t take a screenshot because I just shut the window down, but will if it happens again.

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LilyMumsnet · 12/01/2023 10:19

Hi

Can someone provide us a screenshot of where the site is taking you, and let us know where on Mumsnet you are when this happens?

grannysbay · 11/01/2023 23:15

Happening to me too. Edge on Windows 10. All updated

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LilyMumsnet · 11/01/2023 20:58

Hi OP

Can you let us know what device and browser you're using, and provide a screenshot? We're keen to investigate.