Messages & accounts
The “prove you’re human” trap
A familiar-looking CAPTCHA asks you to paste or run commands for a security check.
What they want
To make you install malware yourself.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Check through another route.
Close the page. A genuine CAPTCHA does not require running commands on your computer. If you ran them, disconnect and get trusted technical help.
Already responded?
Stop contact and ask someone you trust for help. If you paid or exposed account details, contact the affected service through its official channel.
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