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XP Internet Security 2010
XP Internet Security 2010 is a rogue security program that reports false threats and displays fake security alerts to make you think that your computer is infected. This malware is distributed through the use of Trojans that usually come from fake online anti-malware scanners or misleading video websites. Once a Trojan virus is installed, it will download and install XP Internet Security 2010 virus on your PC. The rogue program comes as an update for Windows. The rogue program itself is a typical scareware. It reports false infections and asks to pay for a full version of the program to supposedly remove those infections. The most important thing to remember is that XPInternet Security 2010 is a scam, don't buy it! Instead please use the removal guide below to remove this infection from your PC as soon as possible.
[Figure 1. XP Internet Security 2010 graphical user interface]
Unfortunately, XP Internet Security 2010 uses aggressive methods to protect itself from being removed. It blocks anti-virus and anti-malware software. It may block other programs too, even if they are not related with computer security. XP Internet Security 2010 has a list of executable files that can be launched and it checks that list every time you open a particular program. What is more, it modifies Windows registry and hijacks Internet Explorer and Firefox web browsers. This parasite will display fake security warnings and block certain websites claiming that those websites are dangerous and host malware.
XPInternetSecurity2010 removal instructions:
1. Click Start->Run (or WinKey+R). Input: "command". Press Enter or click OK.
2. Type "notepad" as shown in the image below and press Enter. Notepad will open.
3. Copy and past the following text into Notepad:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[-HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.exeshellopencommand]
[-HKEY_CURREN T_USERSoftwareClassessecfileshellopencommand]
[-HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT....
Vista Internet Security 2010
Vista Internet Security 2010 (can be also called as Vista Internet Security) is a rogue anti-spyware program that simulates a system scan and reports false scan results just to scare you and make you think that your computer is infected with Trojans, worms and other malware. Once installed, it will display fake security alerts or notifications and then inform you that you need to pay money to register the program if you want to remove the infections and computer threats, which of course do not even exist. Do not pay for this software and get rid of Vista Internet Security 2010 form your computer upon detection using the removal stated guide below.
Vista Internet Security 2010 displays warnings and notifications about serious security threats and privacy issues. It will also state that it has detected many critical spyware objects and that these objects can expose private information. Of course, that's not true. This is just a part of whole scam. Besides, no matter what you decide to do, it will ask to pay for a full version of the program to protect your computer from malware and possible attacks from the Internet. Just ignore all of this and read the removal instructions carefully.
VistaInternetSecurity2010 removal instructions:
1. Click Start->Run (or WinKey+R). Input: "command". Press Enter or click OK.
2. Type "notepad" as shown in the image below and press Enter. Notepad will open.
3. Copy and past the following text into Notepad:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[-HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.exeshellopencommand]
[-HKEY_CURREN T_USERSoftwareClassessecfileshellopencommand]
[-HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT.exeshello pencommand]
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT.exe]
@="exefile"
&quo t;Content Type"="application/x-msdownload"
[-HKEY_CLASSES _ROOTsecfile]
4. Save file as "exefix.reg" (without quotation-marks) to your Desktop.
NOTE: choose Save as type: Al...
Anivirus 7
Antivirus 7 (also called as Antivirus7) is a totally misleading anti-spyware software that just like many rogue applications seeks to convince users that they really need to purchase its commercial version. Every time Antivirus7 infects computers, it announces hundreds of cyber threats detected though in fact this application has nothing to do with PCs security. Keep in mind that Antivirus 7 has no spywaresâ detection or removal engine, so donât fall into it and remove if the program is spotted on your machine.
Antivirus 7 is mostly propagated through fabricated online scanners and trojans viruses that hide in video codecs foolishly required for watching videos online. When the malware is installed, it starts using malicious techniques trying to convince users that they really need to purchase it. Antivirus 7 classically loads deceptive pop up ads telling users about cyber threats they have and additionally redirects them to the websites actively promoting malware as well. Redirections are the cause of the browser hijacking technique which is also used by Antivirus7.
Once on board, the trial version of Antivirus 7 will run permanently while people browse the Web. Victims will be annoyed to death with these bogus security alerts and system scanners reporting the same fake viruses "deteted" and pushed straight away into purchasing it. Instead of taking the sugesstion to buy this useless commercial version, remove Antivirus 7 immediately. In truth, infections listed by Antivirus 7 are invented by the same scam or are even normal and important system files, so deleting them is absolutely wrong idea. Donât pay for this rogue anti-spyware and get rid of Antivirus 7 and all its associated data. Scan your computer for Antivirus 7 as soon as you notice its misleading activity on your machine.
Antivirus XP 2010
Antivirus XP 2010 is a rogue anti-virus application that claims to scan your computer for malware, but in reality it only imitates legitimate security software and tries to trick users into thinking that their computers are badly infected. The goal is one - to trick as many people as possible into purchasing the so-called "full" version of the program which obviously doesn't even exist. Antivirus XP 2010 is "pushed" through the use of bogus online scanners and fake video/warez websites. When running, this parasite will flood your computer with fake security alerts and notifications stating that the system is compromised. It will even impersonate Windows Security Center. The worst thing about this virus is that it blocks almost all programs, not to mention security software, anti-virus and anti-spyware programs are blocked in the first place. It also blocks Task Manager, Regedit and other Windows functions. Antivirus XP 2010 removal guide written below will show you how to remove this virus from your computer once and for all.
[Figure 1. Antivirus XP 2010 graphical user interface]
Most importantly, don't purchase AntivirusXP2010. It's nothing more but a scam. If you have already purchased it, contact your credit card company and dispute the charges. Unfortunately, Antivirus XP 2010 removal is not as easy as you would expect it to be. As we know it blocks all .exe files, so obviously you won't be able to install or run any anti-malware program. Probably the virus won't even let you to download it. You can try to remove it manually, AntivirusXP 2010 associated files are listed below.
Antivirus XP 2010 removal instructions:
1. Click Start->Run (or WinKey+R). Input: "command". Press Enter or click OK.
2. Type "notepad" as shown in the image below and press Enter. Notepad will open.
3. Copy and past the following text into Notepad:
Windows R...
XP Antivirus Pro 2010
XP Antivirus Pro 2010 (also can be met as XP Antivirus Pro) is a rogue anti-spyware application. It uses false scan results and fake security warnings in order to scare you into purchasing this bogus software. It states that your computer is infected with Trojans, adware or malware and that you should purchase XP Antivirus Pro 2010 to remove the infections that of course don't even exist. This parasite is advertised through the use of Trojans. It's also promoted on various malicious websites. Once active, this parasite will ostensibly scan your computer and list various fake infections or security threats. It will also flood your computer with very annoying pop-ups and security alerts. One of such fake security alerts states:
XP Antivirus Pro 2010 Firewall Alert!
XP Antivirus Pro 2010 has blocked a program from accessing the Internet
Internet Explorer is infected with Trojan-BNK.Win32-Keylogger.gen
Private data can be stolen by third parties, including credit card details and passwords.
While running, XPAntivirusPro2010 loads fake system scanners. It displays exaggerated or false scan results with tons of worms, Trojans and other mawlare. As a solution for fixing everything and deleting all the infections, XP Antivirus Pro 2010 will ask you to pay for a "full" version of the program. However, wasting your money in such a way is not recommended! There's also another very annoying thing about this infection. It blocks legitimate anti-spyware and anti-virus software. Actually it blocks all executable files, so very likely you won't be able to launch even a notepad. Last, but not least, XPAntivirusPro 2010 will hijack Internet Explorer. It will display bogus websites and redirect you to the pay page of the rogue program. The removal guide written below will show you how to disable its restrictions and how to remove the rogue program for your PC.
XP Antivirus Pro 2010 removal instructions:
1. Click Start-&g...
CleanUp Antivirus
CleanUp Antivirus is a rogue anti-virus program from the same family as Security Antivirus and My Security Wall malware. This fake program comes from fake online scanners, bogus video sites or malicious PDF files. Once installed, it will simulate a system scan and display a list of infections or system security threats that can't be removed unless you first purchase. However, the truth is that CleanUpAntivirus is a scam. It will prompt you to pay for a full version of the program to remove the infections which don't even exist. It goes without saying that you should remove CleanUp Antivirus from your computer upon detection. Please follow the removal instructions below.
While running, CleanUp Antivirus will flood your computer with fake and very annoying security alerts and pop-ups claiming that your computer is infected with Trojan, worms and other viruses. It may also claim that your computer is under attack by an Internet virus or from a remote computer. Anyway, such false information should be ignored just like the false scan results. What is more, CleanUpAntivirus will block security related websites and disable system security tools such as Task Manager or Regedit. It may block antivirus software too.
As you can see, CleanUp Antivirus is absolutely useless program. If you find that your computer is infected with this bogus program don't delay and remove it upon detection. The removal instructions are provided below. Please use them to remove CleanUp Antivirus from your PC either manually or with an automatic removal tool.
The home page of CleanUp Antivirus is cleanupantivirus.com. Please avoid that site.
Virus Protector
Virus Protector is a rogue anti-virus program that reports false threats or infections on your computer and then prompts you to pay for a full version of the program to protect yourself and to remove the infections which don't even exist. Besides the rogue program creates numerous fake files and then detect those files as serious infections. As you can see this is nothing more but a scam. And you probably didn't install this program, so why should you purchase it anyway. Instead, please use the removal guide below to remove Virus Protector from your computer either manually for free or with an automatic removal tool. One way or another, this infections should be removed from the system as soon as possible.
[Figure 1. Virus Protector graphical user interface]
Most of the time, Virus Protector is promoted through the use of trojans and other malware. Trojans come from fake online scanners or other bogus sites and then download this fake program onto your computer. Once installed, VirusProtector will run a fake system scan and display a list of infections that can't be removed unless you first purchase the program. Obviously, it wasn't designed to do that, so it won't remove any infections. What is more, it will display many fake security alerts and pop-ups claiming that your computer is under attack or baldy infected by Trojans. Non of these statements are true. Don't be fooled, Virus Protector just tries to scare you. Some of the fake alerts states:
Process Blocked!
Harmful memory infection was detected.
Process [name].exe was terminate
Spyware Alert!
Your computer is infected with spyware. It could damage your critical files or expose your private data on the Internet. Click here to register your copy of Virus Protector and remove spyware threats from your PC.
Without a doubt, Virus Protector was created for only one purpose - to steal money from inexperienced users. Don't trust this bogus soft...
Smart Security
Smart Security is a rogue anti-spyware program from the same family as Security Tool. It pretends to be a legitimate security program, but in reality it's just another scam. The rogue program is promoted and installed through the use of Trojans that usually come from fake online scanners or malicious PDF files, bogus video sites or any other misleading websites. Once installed, Smart Security will run a system scan and display numerous serious infections on your computer. But don't worry about that, because the scan results are absolutely false. It just tries to make scare you into thinking that your computer is infected when it's not. Then it will prompt you to buy the full version of the program to remove the infections which don't even exist. Don't do that. Otherwise you will simply lose your money and probably won't get them back.
Another very annoying thing about Smart Security is that this fake program loads a bunch of fake security alerts and notifications claiming that your computer is infected or under attack from a remote PC. Furthermore, it will block legitimate anti-virus and anti-spyware programs to protect itself from being removed. It will block security related websites too so you may have to use another PC to download removal tool or print out the removal instructions. If you find that your computer is infected with SmartSecurity virus, please follow the removal instructions below and remove Smart Security from your PC either manually or with an automatic removal tool. Most importantly, don't purchase it. If you already bought it then you should contact your credit card company and dispute the charges.
XP Guardian
XP Guardian is a fake anti-spyware program that is distributed through the use of Trojans or comes bundled with other malware. Once a Trojan virus is installed, it will impersonate an Automatic Windows Updates window and download the rogue program onto your computer. When the rogue program is active, it will imitate a system scan and report false system security threats. What is more, XPGuardian will constantly display fake security alerts and impersonate Windows Security Center to make the scam look more realistic. Finally it will ask you to pay for a full version of the program to remove the infections which don't even exist. Don't purchase it and remove XP Guardian virus from your computer upon detection.
[Figure 1. XP Guardian graphical user interface]
The worst thing about XP Guardian is that it actually protects itself quite well. It blocks legitimate security software and hijack web browsers. In some cases it blocks all programs, not only anti-virus or anti-spyware software. Furthermore, it will detect many of well known and reputable websites as harmful and display fake security alert stating that you may infect your PC if you open a particular website. And of course, it disables certain Windows functions such as Task Manager or Regedit. It's possible to remove it manually, but you have to re-enable those Windows functions at first. You may also download an automatic removal tool, but again have to fix some registry entries and terminate the main process of XPGuardian which is AV.exe to be able to run the removal tool.
XP Guardian removal instructions:
1. Click Start->Run (or WinKey+R). Input: "command". Press Enter or click OK.
2. Type "notepad" as shown in the image below and press Enter. Notepad will open.
3. Copy and past the following text into Notepad:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[-HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.exeshellopencommand]
[-HKEY_CURREN T_USERSoftware...
Pest Trap
Pest Trap is a corrupt anti-spyware program that uses false positives. It does not actually detect parasites, but targets harmless system and software objects as threats in attempt to trick the user into purchasing the full version of Pest Trap. The application itself is a clone of the infamous SpySheriff rogue and similar programs such as SpywareNo!, SpyDemolisher and Spyware-Stop. Pest Trap is an unsolicited program. It may harm your system and violate your privacy!
Almanahe b
Almanahe.b is a worm that spreads by infecting executable files on any local, removable or mapped network drives. It downloads from the Internet and runs malicious files installing more potential threats. Almanahe.b injects its code into legitimate system processes. It secretly runs on every Windows startup.
Antivirus Live
Antivirus Live is a rogue antivirus application, fake spyware removal tool that enters a computer with the help or Trojans and other malicious software. It is from the same family as Antivirus System PRO and Spyware Protect 2009. Once installed, AntivirusLive will display fake security alerts and notifications about serious computer security threats or infections. The rogue application will also block almost all programs, especially anti-virus, to protect itself from being deleted. You will see the "Application can not be executed" warning when you launch applications. To make things even more complicated, it will hijack Internet Explorer and change LAN Settings. Antivirus Live enables proxy server for LAN and blocks security related and antivirus software websites.
[Figure 1. Antivirus Live graphical user interface]
Antivirus Live is promoted through the use of Trojans that come from fake online scanners and other misleading websites. It is also distributed using social engineering. The main goal of AntivirusLive is to trick you into purchasing the program. In order to achieve its goals, the misleading application will simulate a system scan and report false scan results. Antivirus Live will state that your computer is badly infected with Trojans, worms, spyware and other malware. Then it will ask you to pay for a full version of the program to remove the infections which do not even exist. In other words, this is nothing more but a scam. Do not purchase it!
What is more, Antivirus Live will impersonate Windows Security Center and state that Windows did not find any anti-virus software on your computer and that Windows are not updated. Obviously, the rogue program will suggest you to active Antivirus Live in order to protect your computer. And that's by the way, the main difference between the legitimate Security and the fake one. The legitimate one does not promote any particular anti-virus software. When this fake anti-spyware app...
Total PC Defender
Total PC Defender is a fake antivirus program. Please read Total PC Defender 2010 removal instructions carefully and remove this virus from your computer as soon as possible. The rogue program is from the same family as Desktop Defender 2010. More generally speaking, it's nothing more but a typical rogue application that displays misleading security alerts and reports false system security threats to make you think that your computer is infected with Trojans, worms and other malicious software. When running, it will imitate a system scan and display numerous infections. Of course, scan results are false. Then it will ask you to pay for a full version of the program in order to remove the infections which actually do not even exist.
[Figure 1. Total PC Defender graphical user interface]
What is more, Total PC Defender will constantly display fake security alerts stating that your computer is under attack or seriously infected. It will also claim that malicious programs that may steal your private information were detected. The fake notification states:
Security Warning!
Malicious programs that may steal your private information
and prevent your system from working properly are detected
on your computer.
Click here to clean your PC immediately.
There are more fake warnings and you will likely see all of them if your computer is already infected. However, false scan results and fake security alerts are not the biggest problem. The most annoying thing is that Total PC Defender blocks particular software and disables important system tools or options. It can disable system restore and block safe mode too. In some cases it will block all executable (.exe) files, so you won't be able to launch any anti-spyware software or malware removal tool. Try to download and run an automatic removal tool from this page (provided below). If you can't, then read further instructions.
First of all, you have to end the main process of Total PC Defender w...
Antivirus Vista 2010
Antivirus Vista 2010 is a rogue anti-virus program that is usually advertised through the use of pop ups and fake security alerts that state that your computer is infected and that you should run an online anti-malware scan. Once the rogue program is installed, it will claim to scan your computer for malware and display a list of false threats just to confirm that your computer is infected with malware (usually Trojans and computer worms). Then it will ask you to pay for a full version of the program in order to remove the threats which as we already know don't even exist. Most importantly, don't buy it. If you did, then please contact your credit card company and dispute the charges. Next, please read removal guide below and remove Antivirus Vista 2010 from your computer manually for free or with an automatic removal tool.
Antivirus Vista 2010 scam is very irritating and unfortunately can't be removed as easy as you would remove regular software. That's because it uses quite effective self-protection methods and techniques to make the removal process complicated, especially for people who don't know much about computer. First of all, it blocks almost all legitimate software; of course it disables security software in the first place. Manual removal can be complicated only if you can use Task Manager and Registry Editor, unfortunately it disables these tools too. What is more, Antivirus Vista 2010 will flood your computer with fake security alerts, firewall warnings and other similar pop-ups. It will also hijack Internet Explorer and redirect you to various misleading websites or block access to security related websites. Now, let's see how to get rid of Antivirus Vista 2010 virus?
Antivirus Vista 2010 removal instructions:
1. Click Start->Run (or WinKey+R). Input: "command". Press Enter or click OK.
2. Type "notepad" as shown in the image below and press Enter. N...
Internet Security 2010
Internet Security 2010 (also known as IS2010) is a rogue antivirus program. Please read the removal instructions and get rid of this fake program from your computer as soon as possible. InternetSecurity2010 is a clone of Advanced Virus Remover malware. If you take a closer look, you will see that both programs use the same graphical user interface. This rogue application is promoted through the user of Trojans. Most of the time, Trojans have to be manually installed and may come from various misleading websites, for example fake online anti-malware scanners. When running such media player processes as QuickTimePlayer.exe, AdvancedDVDPlayer.exe, tvp.exe, realplay.exe, windvd.exe, winamp.exe, setup_wm.exe, LA.exe, PowerDVD.exe, mplayerc.exe, wmplayer.exe, Internet Security 2010 additionally displays many fake error messages, such as:
Windows can`t play the folowing media formats: AVI;WMV;AVS;FLV;MKV;MOV;3GP;MP4;MPG;MPEG;MP3;AAC;WAV;WMA;CDA;FLAC;M4A;MID. Update your video and sound codec to resolve this issue!
Internet Security 2010 imitates a system scan and reports many false system security threats. Then it will redirect its victims to vs-codec-pro.net where it is asked to pay for a full version of the program to remove those security issues or infections. However, do not buy it - this is a scam.
[Figure 1. Internet Security 2010 graphical user interface]
When running, Internet Security 2010 will also display fake security alerts. Those alerts will state that IS2010 has found critical vulnerabilities on your computer. The rogue program displays these infections:
Rogue:W32/XPAntivirus.gen!
AdWare.Win32.Zwangi
Trojan-Spy.HTML .Visafraud.a
Worm:W32/Agent
Trojan-PSW.W32/Steam
Net-Worm.Win32.DipNet.d
Tr ojan-Dropper:W32/Trojan-Dropper
Worm:W32/Downadup.gen
Trojan-Downlaoder:W32 /Fakerean.gen!A
Net-Worm.Win32.Mytob.t
Trojan-Spy.Win32.Hookit.11
Trojan-Cl icker.HTML.IFrame.g
Virus:W32/Alman.b
Trojan-Dropper.Win32.Agent.sd
Email-W orm.Win32NetSky.q
riskware.Win32
Ro...
Vista Guardian
Vista Guardian is a rogue anti-spyware program that deliberately displays exaggerated scan results to make you think your computer has many infections and security/privacy risks. This program is usually promoted through the use of fake online scanners, that state that your computer is badly infected and that you should download and install Vista Guardian in order to remove infections and to protect yourself. When Vista Guardian is installed and active it will automatically perform a fake system scan when you login to Windows. After the scan it will display numerous infections of exaggerated security threats on your computer and then state that you should purchase the program in order to remove the infections or threats which don't even exist. Don't pay for this bogus software and uninstall it as soon as possible. If you are infected with this virus, then please use the removal guide stated below to remove Vista Guardian from your computer manually for free or with an automatic removal tool.
While VistaGuardian is running you will also find your computer flooded with various alerts stating that your computer is infected with malware. This program will hijack both Internet Explorer and Firefox to randomly display messages about insecure Internet activity when browsing the web and state that you should purchase Vista Guardian to protect your computer from possible attacks. These alerts, like web browser hijacks are just another attempt to trick you into believing that you are infected with Trojans, worms and other viruses. However, the worst thing is that this parasite blocks anti-virus and anti-spyware software as well as useful Windows functions (Task Manager and Regedit). In order to remove this virus you will have to either use another PC or re-enable default Windows registry settings. To do this, please use the guide below.
Vista Guardian removal instructions:
1. Click Start->Run (or WinKey+R). Input: "command". Pr...
Personal Security
Personal Security is a misleading anti-spyware application that displays fake security alerts/pop-ups and reports false system security threats or infections to scare you into thinking that your computer is infected with malicious software. PersonalSecurity is a clone of widely spread Cyber Security and Total Security malware. The rogue program simulates a system scan and asks to pay for a full version of Personal Security in order to remove non-exist infections. In fact, the reported security threats or infections are actually either non-existing/harmless files or legitimate software. This malware will likely block real security software to protect itself from being deleted. Most importantly, do not purchase this bogus application and uninstall Personal Security from your computer as soon as possible.
[Figure 1. Personal Security graphical user interface]
Personal Security must be manually installed. Its distribution channels include e-mail, malicious or hacked Web pages, peer-to-peer networks and etc. The scammers also use social engineering to distribute Personal Security infection. Please note that Personal Security disguises itself and usually comes as flash player update/video codec or other supposedly useful software. You shouldn't install anything from suspicious websites. Otherwise, you can infect your PC with Personal Security or other malware.
To make this scam look more realistic, Personal Security impersonates Windows Security Center. It states that your computer is not protected and that you should activate PersonalSecurity to ensure full system protection. As you may know, the legitimate one does not promote particular anti-virus software. That's the main difference. The rogue application displays the same infections on every computer randomly. If your computer is infected, you will likely see one of the following: Zlob.PornAdvertiser.ba, Trojan.BAT.Adduser.t, Spyware.IMMonitor, Win32.Rbot.fm, Infostealer.Banker.E, Spyware.IEMo...
Antivirus 2010
Antivirus 2010 represents new generation of rogue security tools. Not only it uses misleading advertisements to gain a purchase, but also it crashes a system and loads fake Blue Screen of Death. The text on BSOD is fabricated and claims that MS Windows recommend purchasing Antivirus2010 to remove spyware from a machine. This recommendation is just a trick of Antivirus 2010 and it shouldnât be trusted. Fake BSOD looks like this:
â***STOP: 0'000000D1 (0'0000000, 0xF73120AE, 0xC0000008, 0xC000000)
A spyware application has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer
SPYWARE.MONSTER.FX_WILD_0'0000000
If this is the first time youâve seen this Stop error screen, restart you computer. If this screen appears again, follow these steps:
Click to make sure your antivirus software is properly installed. If this is a new installation, ask you software manufacturer for any antivirus updates you might need.
Windows detected unregistered version of Antivirus 2010 protection on your computer. If problem continue, please activate your antivirus software to prevent computer damage and data loss.â
If your computer displays this message, do not trust it and do not pay for Antivirus 2010 malware.
Antivirus 2010 spreads like many similar applications. It is distributed through online advertisements that are disguised as anti-virus scanners. If user clicks on such a banner, he or she is receives false reports about infections detected. Antivirus2010 tries to intimidate people by reporting nonexistent threats in order to get them interested in downloading this application. Sometimes Antivirus2010 might be installed by trojans without userâs consent.
Antivirus 2010 is not a security tool; it is dangerous computer parasite. Avoid downloading or buying this program.
Antivir
Antivir is a misleading anti-spyware application that reports false or exaggerated system security threats and infections to make you think that your computer is infected with malware. Once installed, it will simulate system scans and display a list of infections, but won't let you to remove those supposed infections unless you pay for a full version of the program. As you can see, the main goal of this misleading application is to trick you into purchasing the program. This is nothing more but a scam. Do not pay for it and uninstall Antivir from your computer as soon as possible.
[Figure 1. Antivir graphical user interface]
Antivir is promoted through the use of Trojans that come mostly from fake online anti-malware scanners. Of course, the scammers use other misleading methods to promote their bogus product. Social engineering is very popular distribution method too. You shouldn't accept invitations or open links received from unknown people. When installed, Trojans download rogue application and displays fake security alerts. Those fake security alerts or notifications will state that your computer is infected, for example: "Warning! Identity theft attempt detected". Other fake notification states:
Trojan:W32/Inject Activity Detected
Trojan:W32/Inject is a large family of malware that secretly makes changes to the Windows Registry. Variants in the family make also makes changes to other running processes.
[Figure 2. Antivir - fake alert]
To make things worse, Antivir will hijack Internet Explorer and display "Warning! Visiting this site may harm your computer!" message [Figure 3].
[Figure 3. Antivir - fake Internet Explorer warning]
Further more, Antivir may block legitimate anti-spyware software and block security related websites. There shouldn't be any doubts about this bogus application - it must be removed upon detection. Most importantly, do not purchase Antivir. Otherwise, you will simpl...
Security Tool
Security Tool is a rogue antivirus application that deliberately gives reports of false system security threats on your computer and displays fake security alerts or notifications to make you think your PC is infected with malware. The misleading application is from the same family as Total security 2009 and System Security. When installed, SecurityTool will be configured to start automatically when you log on into Windows. Then it will imitate system scan and display a variety of infections that can't be removed unless you purchase the program. The files detected during the scan are either harmless or legitimate system files and can't cause any damage to your computer.
Security Tool is pushed through the use of Trojans, fake online anti-malware scanners and other malicious software. It is installed along with Trojans FakeAV that display fake security warnings and promote SecurityTool malware. Once running, the bogus program will block legit programs and especially anti-virus software. Another interesting thing is that if you click on Updates button, you will see "Updating", but actually there is no network activity. It's just another argument why Security Tool is classified as a rogue security application. What is more, this parasite will impersonate Windows Security Center and constantly display warnings/notifications about serious security threats and privacy issues. It may claim that your computer is under attack by an Internet virus or that private data can be stolen. For example:
"Security Tool Warning
Spyware.IEMonster activity detected. This is spyware that attempts to steal passwords from Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Outlook and other programs. Click here to remove it immediately with SecurityTool."
To make things worse, SecurityTool will hijack web browsers and block certain security websites obviously to protect itself from being deleted. It should be already obvious that this p...
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