“Hardware and security errors detected” is part of a fake “Windows Explorer” that will perform security scanning on computer automatically without users intervention. This activity is related to promotion of rogue programs. The message may appear like:

Hardware and security errors detected
Hardware errors
Performance of your PC is low due to a file system error. It was caused by the changes malicious software made in your system files and numerous open ports used by spyware to transfer your privacy data. Your personal data safety in danger.

Alias: -

Damage Level: Low

Systems Affected: Windows

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