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Chrome has a problem with Roboform download.

Jan 31, 2014 3:09AM PST

I received a "Download Alert" for Roboform 7.9.3.5 BUT when I try to download the installer from CNET, Chrome whines "This file is malcious, and Chrome has blocked it". I've downloaded other CNET Roboform upgrades with no problems and I haven't changed any settings in Chrome since install..
Thanks for any insight............

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Download.com.
Jan 31, 2014 3:19AM PST

Is serving up malware go to the original roboform site.

Dafydd.

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Chrome has a problem with Roboform download.
Feb 1, 2014 3:28AM PST

Thanks for the reply, the Roboform site is on my agenda.

To clarify your statement on malware; are you saying that CNET is attaching malware to the Roboform installer or that malware is embedded in the Roboform installer which causes Chrome to Block? I've never had a problem with any program downloaded from CNET in the past and don't believe they condone malware. I guess I'm confused as to where the malware is coming from on CNET's site so I'm aware if this happens again.

Thanks again.............

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What he is saying is that if you use the
Feb 1, 2014 6:28AM PST

CNET Enhanced Installer you "may" find things that you did not intend to install.

Rather than use the large green download link, look for the Direct Download link which is usually below the big green one


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Thanks for the info
Feb 2, 2014 1:55AM PST

Wow, after all that info on the Direct link and Conduit toolbar, I'm glad Chrome blocked the download from CNET.
I'll have to go back and LOOK for the DIRECT LINK to download the offered program.
I got a lot of great info from all replies and I'm more aware of what to look for on the CNET site. Wink