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Daleza Fregoso Amber Alert Scam with Malicious Link

The fake Daleza Fregoso Child abduction Amber Alert below is a scam and contains a link that goes to a malicious website. The website contains malicious code that will infect visitors' computers with malware. Therefore, do not click the link and delete the fake alert.

The Fake Amber Alert

Daleza Fregoso Amber Alert Scam

The link in the fake alert goes to the following website:

Malicious website with Windows PowerShell code

The website instructs visitors to copy and execute malicious code in Windows PowerShell, which will infect their computers with malware.

Malicious Windows PowerShell Code

The Legitimate Amber Alert

Legit Daleza Fregoso Amber Alert

The legitimate Amber Alert does not contain a link and only asks you to call 911.

If you were tricked into following the instructions on the malicious website and executed the code you were asked to copy and paste in Windows PowerShell, scan your computer for viruses or malware. Remove unknown applications and extensions. If you are not tech-savvy, ask someone who is for help.

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