Is the browser blocked by the MOI: true or fraudulent?

The Internet is a huge global platform not only for useful information and entertainment content, but for the ubiquitous scammers. The ingenuity of those who trade by extortion and deceit knows no bounds. Phishing sites, adware worms and "fake" accounts and groups in social networks have long become a "classic" fraudulent activity. Now, often using the credulity of inexperienced users of the network, intruders disguise themselves under the guardians of order. "The browser is blocked by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation," says an inscription on the screen of an occasional guest of sites with erotic, pornographic and other questionable content. Moreover, the pop-up window does not disappear, does not allow to close the browser and "requires" the payment of a fine of 3 thousand rubles. What does this mean and do law enforcement agencies have such authority?

Locking the browser MVD: is it possible?

Unequivocally, we can immediately note that the Ministry of Internal Affairs has nothing to do with such "shares." Viewing of erotic or pornographic materials by a private person is not prohibited by law, and therefore is not subject to a fine. Moreover, judging by the information in the pop-up window, the money is required to be sent to a certain mobile phone number. The conclusion suggests itself: a fine that is supposedly to be paid in this way is the most vivid refutation of the fact that the browser is blocked by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Nevertheless, it is worthwhile to understand who is behind such machinations.

How does the mvd.ru virus work?

When you go to infected pages, the malicious program is downloaded, installed on the computer and changes the address of the DNS server. Thus, if you try to go to any other pages or turn off the browser (different versions of the program may act in their own way), the user will see the same page with the words "Browser blocked by the MOI", the amount of the penalty and the time allotted for payment. When you scan your computer with antivirus, the result is at least surprising - malicious programs very well "bypass" saving software.

The browser is blocked by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation: how to unblock it

Often the problem is solved quite simply. If the lock is expressed only in a non-opening pop-up window, you can restart the browser using the "Task Manager". Pressing the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + Delete opens a window that displays all the processes that are being processed. It is only necessary to disable the actions of the browser, and then start them again. In most cases, when you reopen the pop-up window no longer bothers you.

Also, the computer reboot often resolves the problem. If the virus acts by changing the DNS server, the user will have to change the malicious settings manually. To do this, go to the connection settings and check the entered data. If there is a "preferred" DNS in the parameters, you need to switch the marker to "Get address automatically".

Locking Mob browser on Android devices

What if the pop-up window - "browser blocked by the MVD" - appeared on the tablet or phone with the Android operating system? First of all, you should immediately go to the settings, open the application properties, in this case the infected browser, and click "Clear data". It is also recommended to clean your device's cookies and cache. In the event that this did not help, you can use a more radical method - you need to reset your device to the factory level. Different gadgets have their own way of calling in Recovery, so in such a situation it will be advisable to refer to the instructions or the representative office of the manufacturer.

Locking the MIA browser on Apple gadgets

Suppose the user of the device from Apple calls to support operators with the question: "Blocked the browser, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, what to do?" Agree, already with this action he admits that he visited sites with pornography. Undoubtedly, hardly anyone will reproach the worried owner of iPhone or iPad, but not everyone will dare to admit to such Internet surfing. Nevertheless, there is a way to avoid humiliating dialogues and deal with the problem on their own. If the word "Browser is blocked by the MOI of the RF" is displayed on the gadget's screen, you should clear the cookie and cache of the device. If this step does not work, you can reset the gadget settings via iTunes.

In any case, do not forget: there is not the slightest chance that the browser is blocked by the Ministry of Internal Affairs in fact - law enforcement agencies do not have any authority for this. All that is displayed in the pop-up window with the demand for money is the work of scammers wishing to cash in on inexperienced and naive Internet users. Such problems are often solved by a simple reboot or by cleaning the cache. To transfer money to scammers in such cases is meaningless - the virus will remain on the computer until the user himself gets rid of it. The best prevention of such situations is to avoid visiting dubious sites with shocking content or pornography.