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Don't panic, be aware of Scareware:

Scareware is a type of malware that is trying to trick the user into purchasing unnecessary, useless or potentially dangerous software.
While using your computer a pop-up message appears, often looking like a Windows system message, which purports to be antivirus software or something similar. The message always contains a warning, that your computer is infected with viruses or any other security risks.
In reality, no problems were found but the suggested software is the actual malware which can harm your computer, cause costly repairs or lead to identity or data theft.
What scareware can look like:
• You may get ads that promise to "delete viruses or spyware," "protect privacy," "improve computer function," "remove harmful files," or "clean your registry;"
• you may get "alerts" about "malicious software" or "illegal po*******hy on your computer;"
• you may be invited to download free software for a security scan or to improve your system;
• you could get pop-ups that claim your security software is out-of-date and your computer is in immediate danger;
• you may suddenly encounter an unfamiliar website that claims to have performed a security scan and prompts you to download new software.
But what can we do?
If you are faced with a usual warning, first of all shut down your internet browser. Don’t click on anything in the pop-up windows, such as ‘No’, ‘X’ or even ‘Cancel’ as this already can activate the program.
You can also press CTRL+Alt+Delete to open the task manager and click on ‘End Task’.
A good Antivirus Software can support protecting you as well.

Source:
http://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/scareware
http://www.businessknowhow.com/security/scareware.htm