Virus and Adware from downloads posted on Offerwall

[redtatsu256]

As the title suggests, my anti-virus program blocked a virus from one of the downloads listed on the Offerwall. In addition, a scan from Malwarebytes Anti-Malware revealed a few Adware programs. Before anyone points fingers, I assure you the adware was from a link posted on the offerwall. Furthermore, I didn't get my points from the download but I can live with that. I'm just wondering if there are warnings posted anywhere on this site about the risks from downloading from links posted on this site?

[rghy2]

Actually, yes, there are warnings posted all over the site. Of course the downloads are just tricks into being able to phish for information on your computer. I mean really, most of the offers just scream SCAM, that's why you don't use your real information or download any of it unless you have figured out a sound method for protecting your computer.

[redtatsu256]

Hi rghy2, thank you for replying. I am new, of course, and so I am aware of no such warnings. But I am relieved there are some. And rest assured I know how to stay safe. Thanks again.

[gundacker]

Yeah, I don't recommend the downloads.

I had to do some surgery on my computer after a few downloads. I wish there were ways to buy points as I would just prefer to do that.

I enjoy the users in this community so I've just been building my points by posting on the forum and getting involved in discussion.

[gundacker]

I will do CrowdFlower, however. That's pretty safe.

[redtatsu256]

I could swear there IS a way to buy points... lol....

[sunburnt2k11]

yeah i can see that all happening online. i am really careful when it comes to that kind of stuff.