What is "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up?
"ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up is an old fake alert that has been designed to scare users into taking unnecessary action. The good news is that the original homepage for this fake alert is dead, and so the chances to encounter it in the vast spaces of the Internet. Nevertheless, there will probably be many other fake alerts out there that will try to push you into spending money. You need to be careful about the content you interact with because it can easily expose you to various security threats. There’s no way to remove "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up because it’s not on your computer in the first place, but there are methods to protect your system from harm.
Where does "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up come from?
As mentioned, the main website that generates these fake alerts doesn’t work anymore. However, there is always a chance that you will see other similar alerts when you browse the web. So, how come users would see "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up on their screens?
Well, for one, you might have an adware program running. Adware programs often enter computers when users expect it the least. They can come bundled with freeware, so if you often download apps from file sharing pages, it wouldn’t be surprising if you were to see such pop-ups as "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up very often.
Also, there are multiple websites out there that generate such pop-ups. Sometimes it’s enough to enter them to generate a pop-up. Sometimes you need to click something to make the likes of "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up jump into your screen. When that happens, you need to remain calm and simply close the pop-up without any second thought.
What if the pop-up doesn’t want to be closed? Well then, you can close your browser altogether. You can kill the browser’s process by pressing Alt+F4 together, and the pop-up will disappear.
What does "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up do?
As you can probably tell, the fake alert doesn’t do anything on its own. Its main function is to display itself. So, your job is to recognize the fake alert and ignore it. This particular "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up tells users that there is supposedly something wrong with your Windows system. Here’s an extract from the message this fake alert displays:
Microsoft Warning Alert
Please call us immediately at: +1-888-991-0311
Do not ignore this critical alert.
If you close this page, your computer access will be disabled to
prevent further damage to our network.
Your computer has alerted us that it has been infected with a
Pornographic Spyware and virus.
Although the message itself looks quite far-fetched, it probably goes without saying that your computer cannot “inform” a third-party website that it has been infected with anything. It is clearly a fake notification that employs urgent tone and strong language to push users into making that phone call.
What happens if gullible users end up calling the given number? The scammers on the other end try to lure them into paying for non-existent services. What’s more, if users really believe that the fake alert tells them about serious issues, they might feel compelled to solve those issues as soon as possible. Consequently, they might not double-check the information, and they might not notice that there is nothing wrong with their computers. The point is that "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up is nothing, but an annoying nuisance, but panic could make it into something far more dangerous. Thus, you need to remain calm and then scan your computer with a security tool. If you have potential threats on-board, you will be able to remove them immediately.
How do I remove "ERROR # MS-SYSINFO32" Pop-Up?
As mentioned, there’s no way to remove this pop-up because it is not physically there on your computer. However, you can reset your browser settings to default, to make sure that all annoying extensions and plug-ins are gone.
You should also consider removing unwanted applications that might be added to your system. If you don’t know which programs should be removed, run a full system scan with the SpyHunter free scanner. Should you need any further assistance with unwanted software removal, feel free to drop us a comment below.
How to Reset Your Browser
Chrome
- Press Alt+F and click Settings.
- Scroll down and press Advanced.
- Scroll down and click Restore settings to their original defaults.
- Click Reset settings.
Firefox
- Press Alt+T and click Troubleshooting information.
- On the new tab, click Refresh Firefox.
- Press Refresh Firefox to confirm and click Finish.
Internet Explorer
- Press Alt+T and click Internet options.
- Open the Advanced tab and click Reset.
- Select Delete personal settings and press Reset.
- Click Close.
Microsoft Edge
- Click the Windows icon and type Apps and Features.
- Press Enter and find Microsoft Edge on the list.
- Click the Advanced options under the app’s name.
- Scroll down and press the Reset button under Reset.
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