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If you’re faced with an FBI MoneyPak ransomware warning message at every login, the SpywareRemove.com malware research team recommends you use typical anti-malware strategies and software to remove FBI MoneyPak ransomware without any need to pay its fraudulent fine.
Deactivating FBI MoneyPak ransomware should be considered a necessary step before you attempt to disinfect your PC, due to FBI MoneypPak ransomware’s ability to block unrelated programs. This can be accomplished by:
• Booting your computer from a wireless drive or removable hard drive to avoid triggering malicious registry entries.
• If necessary, Safe Mode can also be used to minimize the potential of PC threats like FBI MoneyPak ransomware that can launch with Windows.
• Scanning your computer with dedicated anti-malware software that can remove all of FBI MoneyPak ransomware’s components safely and for free.

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  • Shown is a picture of the ‘FBI MoneyPak Virus’ image that appeared after the virus infected and essentially locked down a local woman’s laptop after start up. The virus, which comes in several forms and looks, claims the user has violated federal law and wants a $200 payment via a MoneyPak card to ‘free’ the computer. The Mineral Wells woman was able to recover use of her laptop without a costly repair bill. Index Photo

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October 3, 2012

Local woman a victim of FBI computer virus sweeping nation

Program takes over a PC, demands $200 payment to ‘free’ it

Mineral Wells Index

FROM STAFF REPORTS

A Mineral Wells woman’s laptop was infected with one of the latest malware viruses going around, the so-called “FBI MoneyPak Virus.”

The woman said the virus took over her laptop running Windows Vista, essentially locking it down and preventing its use after start up. The virus demands a $200 payment through a MoneyPak pre-paid card purchased at popular retail stores. The victim is then told to enter the MoneyPak card numbers on the screen to unlock the computer.

The warning looks very official, as if from the FBI, stating the user had illegally viewed or downloaded pornographic materials and said paying the $200 would serve as a fine and free the computer. It also controls a computer’s Web camera and makes it look like an image of the user is being streamed to the government.

The woman said her laptop was infected while watching a video from a trusted website. She called a computer repair shop and was told it would cost her $200 to restore her laptop.

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