'Code B2957E' Pop-Ups

PC security analysts have received reports of computer users with problems involving the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups on their computers. The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups may appear randomly, alerting the users of a supposed virus infection on their computers and urging them to call a supposed support number. The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups are part of a well-known tactic that tries to make money at the expense of computer users. These types of fake support phone numbers are a common tactic that is used to prey on inexperienced victims.

The Well-Known Tactic Used by the 'Code B2957E' Pop-Ups

Computer users have reported that the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups may appear on their computers including a recording and text that uses a scary language to increase the likelihood that affected PC users will call an included 'support' number. The message also advises computer users to avoid rebooting their computers. When the computer users call the phone number included in the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups, a person will answer avoiding answering the PC user's questions. It is clear that the people that answer the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups phone number are not associated with the Microsoft Windows, despite the content of the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups. Because of this, avoid giving them information, or calling the phone number in the first place. The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups include an annoying recording to force computer users to call the phone number in their annoyance. This may be particularly irritating since it doesn't allow computer users to use their computers effectively.

What may Causes the 'Code B2957E' Pop-Ups?

The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups are designed to trick computer users into believing that there is a severe problem on their computers specifically. The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups may use scare tactics and alarming language to force computer users to call the listed number. When computer users call the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups phone number, the people on the other line will attempt to sell them unnecessary computer support services and contracts constantly. The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups are caused by an unwanted component installed on the user's computer. These programs may be bundled with other software obtained for free online. When the main application is installed, the bundled program is installed as well. Once installed, the program will display the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups repeatedly at random, becoming extremely annoying quickly. The full text of the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups reads as follows:

Don’t Restart Your Computer
Windows Detected ZEUS Virus. The infections detected, indicate some recent downloads on the computer which in turn has created problems on the computer. Call Technical support 0800-014-8826 and share this code B2957E to the Agent to Fix this.

ZEUS is a threat, a well-known banking Trojan that is responsible for countless attacks around the world. However, the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups do not indicate a ZEUS virus infection. If computer users remove the program causing the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups to appear on their computers, the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups will stop at once.

Dealing with and Preventing the 'Code B2957E' Pop-Ups

The programs used to display the 'Code B2957E' pop-ups may be bundled with other software commonly. Because of this, these kinds of infections can be prevented by paying close attention when installing any new software. Computer users should refuse to install any components not directly related to the application that is being installed. If the option to use 'Custom' or 'Advanced' installation is available, it's crucial to pick it and opt out of any bundled components explicitly. The 'Code B2957E' pop-ups can be stopped by using the 'Add and Remove Programs' control panel on the affected computer to search for any software that was installed automatically. Thes bundled components also may take the form of Web browser add-ons, extensions or plug-ins.