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The tag forefront security on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Microsoft Forefront Security, a now-discontinued enterprise security suite. In the available content, a user reports a tech support scam where a fraudulent caller claimed the user needed to purchase Microsoft Forefront Security Service after gaining remote access via LogMeIn123. The thread focuses on the risks of such scams and steps to secure the computer, including running antivirus and anti-malware scans in safe mode. The tag is relevant to security threats, scam awareness, and legacy Microsoft security products.
  1. Jim4538

    Risk from 247-helpdesk

    I recently made a support call to what I thought was HP customer support. The rep that answered tried to convince me I had a virus in my hard drive and that I needed to purchase Microsoft Forefront Security Service. At this point I ended the call, however I did foolishly allow the rep to access...
    • Jim4538
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    • antivirus computer safety customer service forefront security fraud help desk hp support logmein malware online threats prevention remote access risk management safe mode scam security tech support user awareness virus
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Security
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