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Mal/FakeAle
8 Jun 2026
Mal/FakeAle indicates that Sophos has detected software associated with fake alerts or deceptive security messages.
This detection is commonly used for applications that attempt to mislead users by displaying false or exaggerated warnings about system health, security issues, or privacy risks. These programs often encourage users to take unnecessary actions such as installing additional software or making payments.
Software detected as Mal/FakeAle may:
- Display fake virus or security warnings
- Imitate legitimate security or privacy tools
- Attempt to persuade users to install additional unwanted software
- Redirect users to malicious or misleading websites
These programs are often considered malicious unwanted or scam-related software.
If you believe this detection is incorrect, please report the file to Sophos Support. You can also submit samples for further analysis.