PUP.Optional.GlobalSystemMechanic
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Short bio
the GUI for Global System Mechanic
Malicious behavior
Scheduled Task for Global System Mechanic
Type and source of infection
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Aftermath
Programs like this might give users a false sense of security and possibly expose them to malware infections. Users should be aware that the telephone numbers displayed by the programs in this family have been found to act as tech support scammers.
Protection
Malwarebytes blocks the install of this PUP
Malwarebytes blocks the sites that try to scare the visitors into installing this PUP