Is there an Android virus going around?

In the case of smartphones, to date we have not seen malware that replicate itself like a PC virus can, and specifically on Android this does not exist, so technically there are no Android viruses.

Can you get a virus from Facebook Messenger?

Yes, your Facebook account or Facebook Messenger can get hacked or get a virus, unfortunately. Facebook is generally pretty good at filtering these out. (This is why it’s also important to keep your Facebook and Messenger apps up to date.) However, they are still out there from time to time.

How do I rid my Android of viruses?

How to remove viruses and other malware from your Android device

1. Power off the phone and reboot in safe mode. Press the power button to access the Power Off options.
2. Uninstall the suspicious app.
3. Look for other apps you think may be infected.
4. Install a robust mobile security app on your phone.

How do I get rid of Facebook spam?

Select “Report Post or Spam” from the drop-down menu that appears. Click “Remove Post” to confirm that the post is spam and have it permanently deleted from your profile.

Why is Facebook saying my post is spam?

If you’re trying to post a news story on Facebook, the platform might just stop you from doing that—even if the link is to a reputable source. Facebook users have taken to social platforms to complain about their posts getting flagged.

How do I remove malware from Facebook?

Remove Facebook Malware from Chrome. Run the Reset web browser tool of the Chrome to reset all its settings such as home page, search engine and new tab page to original defaults. This is a very useful tool to use, in the case of internet browser redirects to unwanted ad web pages like Facebook Malware. First run the Google Chrome.

Is Facebook infecting your computer?

In addition, if not eliminated, Facebook malware can infect your computer with a trojan horse that starts its activity as soon as it enters the system. It can track you for years to steal your personal information or it can download other viruses to your computer, including ransomware-type threats that can encrypt your files with an advanced encryption algorithm and then start asking you to pay a ransom.

Does Facebook give your computer viruses?

Viewing photos through Facebook’s regular interface won’t give your computer a virus, but viewing them through a third-party Facebook application could. Facebook doesn’t verify that third-party apps are free of malicious code before they go live on its platform.

Researches have found a new virus that affects Windows, MacOS , and Linux and is being spread through Facebook messenger. This virus can be sent from a friend as well as a stranger, so if you receive any Facebook message with a video link sent by anyone, even your friend — don’t click on it.