How do I remove a message I received showing the message below? It is a scam.

Eric Gillett 0 Reputation points
2026-09-17T20:42:31.4666667+00:00

I have had the windows defender security center appear on my Microsoft computer. How do I get removed from the system? I am sure it is a scam.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Security and privacy
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  1. CrazyKats 19,760 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2026-09-17T20:57:29.7666667+00:00

    Hi Eric,

    Windows Security is a legit part

    of Windows. It looks like this:

    User's image

    If this is not what you're referring

    to then it probably is a scam.

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