Virus Removal

Wolfram Antivirus.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:30:00 +0530

WolfRam Antivirus is a freshly released cyber threat that will give you nothing helpful, just continuous malware reports, tons of alerts and notifications.
However, any virus reported by this program, presenting itself as anti-virus, should be ignored because it is invented or harmless. WolfRam Antivirus hails from the same family as BlueFlare Antivirus scam that was found in the middle of July. Similarly to earlier released malware, WolfRam AntiVirus tries to scam you out of your money, so, as soon as it ‘finds’ tons of malware, it asks to purchase the licensed version which should help you remove everything what’s malicious. However, you should do your best to stay away from it and immediately uninstall WolfRam Antivirus if it attacks your PC.

All these alerts above and program/website blocking are fake as Wolfram Antivirus does not have working virus detection database.

This scareware usually infiltrates into the system without being noticed by the user. This becomes quite easily achieved thing when the system is not protected properly. So, if there is no updated anti-virus and anti-spyware programs installed on your computer, WolfRam Antivirus may come inside without any yours permission asked. Once the executable of WolfRam Antivirus gets launched, you will start suffering from its activity. It will be displaying loads of popup warnings that tell you about malware which was found every time your PC is rebooted. Don’t believe these ads! They are trying to persuade you that your machine is infected. Only a licensed anti-spyware will save your machine from viruses.

WolfRam Antivirus will try to do its dirty job and will run misleading system scanners that are not trusty as well. These scanners display results claiming that your PC has numerous malware inside and can be fixed only with a help of its license. If you happen to fall into this trick, you may find yourself without your money because scammers will get your credit card details together with your payment. Make sure you remove WolfRam Antivirus and contact your credit card details to dispute the charges.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

WolfRam AntiVirus.exe

Location of the infection:

%TempDir%\[random]\WolfRam AntiVirus.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run -WolfRam AntiVirus.exe

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Wolfram Antivirus, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

After removing all these files, restart your computer and the issue will be fixed. And don’t forget to do update your Security Software, check the Firewall Settings and the Operating System and finally do a full system scan with the Security Software.

Antivirus GT.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Antivirus GT is a rogue antispyware program that is distributed to computers through Win32/FakeXPATrojan virus.

Once computer is infected, Antivirus GT completely takes over the system. You start receiving tons of fake pop up messages stating about some malicious files detected that may cause security issues to your system.

Despite the fact that you did not install anything by yourself, you will soon notice a phony scanner running after each computer reboot. Antivirus GT uses this tactics in order to convince you into thinking it’s a legitimate threat remover. The scanner reports about some infections and recommends removing them by purchasing Antivirus GT. However, the files that Antivirus GT reports as infections are either your legitimate Windows programs or some non existent files. Then the program reroutes to some malicious website promoting Antivirus GT as a reputable antispyware program. The payment for Antivirus GT can be made at this website as well. Do not reveal your credit card details under any conditions there, if you don’t want to be ripped off.

Moreover, Antivirus GT tends to hijack your Internet browser and block most of the websites. Instead it constantly redirects to the one promoting Antivirus GT. Beware That Antivirus GT is a fake application that has nothing in common with a reputable antispyware program. Please remove Antivirus GT from your system as soon as you notice any of the symptoms of its existence.
Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

avgt.exe

Location of the infection:

c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\AVGT\
c:\Program Files\AVGT\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\EVA246
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\WinFD
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Browser Helper Objects\{3304F17F-732C-4AC6-BF67-DBDC8B88C11F}

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Antivirus GT, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Trojan backdoor.11.Win32.xnco.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Trojan backdoor.11.Win32.xnco is nothing else but fake virus, reported in order to trick PC users into believing that it was detected on their PCs by anti-virus program.

However, in reality this fake threat is connected to Enhanced Protection Mode scam and hackers who invented it for the fraudulent reasons. Make sure you ignore Trojan backdoor.11.Win32.xnco and alerts that announce about detection of this virus.

If you fall into this trick and reboot your machine, your legitimate anti-virus will be disabled next and hackers will be capable to install more viruses into your machine. Though Enhanced Protection Mode scam hasn’t been noticed to ask users’ money, it can be predetermined to do this in the future. To remove all Trojans, root kits and other malware that has been installed while you were concerned about invented Trojan backdoor.11.Win32.xnco, run alternative anti-virus and anti-spyware programs.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

explorer.exe

Location of the infection:

No Specific Location

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run-random file.

Although it is possible to manually remove Trojan backdoor.11.Win32.xnco, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

User Account Control.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Tue, 9 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

User Account Control is one of these programs that should be categorized as rogue anti-spywares designed for making the money.

To be more tricky, it uses the name of trustworthy feature that helps prevent malicious programs, also known as “malware,” from damaging a system. The real User Account Control stops the automatic installation of unauthorized applications and also prevents unintended changes to system settings. However, the main difference between fake and legitimate Windows feature, is that you will never be asked paying the money for User Account Control services or install something.

Just like many its forerunners, the fake User Account Control uses Trojan infections for its propagation and only because of them gets on board without any permission asked. The same Trojans are known to drop fake malware files on the infected computer and make configurations to launch User Account Control upon each system start. Then, after being installed, User Account Control scans infected computers for viruses with its fabricated system scanners. These scanners report infections people supposedly have and then offer “services” of malicious User Account Control for eliminating cyber threats.

There are a great number of fake system notifications, alerts and pop-up ads displayed also trying to push users into believing that their computers are infected. The truth is that in this way program tends to promote its “licensed” version which requires making a payment. All the parasites listed on User Account Control scan are non existent or the ones that are invented by Trojans. Remember that this program is a fake one and tries only to trick you by using a name of legitimate Windows feature. Ignore every suggestion of fake User Account Control and don’t get tricked into registering its licensed version. Additionally, get a good anti-spyware program and remove User Account Control rogueware.
Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

services.exe
LiveSS.exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\Windows\services.exe
%UserProfile%\Application Data\User Account Control\unins000.exe
%Program Files%\User Account Control\LiveSS.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\5.0\User Agent "URLSS[2.0.3.0]"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Security Center "AVPath" = "\\.\root\SecurityCenter:AntiVirusProduct.instanceGuid="{653E64F8-62B6-4F96-B22D-4FFC6E44130E}""

Although it is possible to manually remove fake User Account Control, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Defense Center.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Sat, 6 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Defense Center is a rogue anti-spyware, typical clone of many other malwares – Protection Center,Data Protection, Digital Protection, Your Protection, User Protection and Dr.Guard.

Just like its initials, Defense Center spreads itself through Trojans viruses that infiltrate one’s machine via fake video codecs required for watching videos online. Users are mostly convinced that they need to install updates into their system for watching something online, however, only Trojans are let inside. So, just after noticing something unusual, scan your PC and delete Defense Center immediately.

When trial version of this rogueware is installed, fake alerts and system tray notifications reach PC users. Defense Center poses to scan the system for malware and then claims nothing else but tons of viruses detected.

These multiple security issues and infections alerted automatically create the need to get rid of them. Defense Center offers to purchase its licensed version then as the only possible way to do this and users are simply ripped off. Keep in mind that the main reason why Defense Center was created is stealing your money, so don’t follow this malicious plan and do not purchase Defense Center.

In fact, all alerts and scanners of Defense Center are totally fake and report invented infections. Just like its famous predecessor Digital Center, Defense Center uses scare techniques to make you purchase its useless licensed version. Do not believe the misleading pop-ups triggered by it and instead of purchasing remove Defense Center. Scan with a reputable anti-spyware to find all its malicious files.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

mswinsck.exe
wscsvc32.exe
defcnt.exe

Location of the infection:

%documents and settings%\all users\application data\Random Folder\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKCU\CLSID\{5E2121EE-0300-11D4-8D3B-444553540000}
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Defense Center

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Defense Center, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Tango toolbar.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 5 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Tango toolbar is annoying and unexpected addition to the default look of web-browser.

Besides the toolbar there are strange popups users associate with it. Those popups advertise suspicious products and replace current websites without user’s consent. They are indeed generated by the same program that managed to install the above toolbar.
To remove Tango toolbar, many users tried standard procedure provided for Windows software, namely the table at Control Panel for managing installation of programs. The entry that bears the name of unwanted browser toolbar is available at the list, but then it sends user to the page which does not respond to commands of uninstalling the adware. Moreover, hackers managed to turn the option threatening the trojan’s integrity into opportunity to trick users, for the entry related to the adware in the Add/Remove table leads to the page that offers poor and unacceptable quality goods.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

GabPath.exe
jnipmo.exe

Location of the infection:

C:\Users\UserName]\AppData\Roaming\GabPath\GabPath.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_USERS\S-1-5-21-2333105494-1048492065-1185645942-1006\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion Run "GabPath"

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Tango toolbar, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

AV Antivirus Suite.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Thu, 4 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

AV Antivirus Suite is nothing else but a rogue anti-spyware which will annoy you to death because of its continuous pop up ads asking to buy its fake license.

This malware just like AV Security Suite or Antivirus Soft will also apply browser hijacking techniques with a reason to interrupt into a normal browsing and then redirect victims to its fake websites also promoting AV Antivirus Suite.

Be aware of taking various “surveys”, “quizzes” and “tests” online or visiting insecurely looking websites if you want to avoid AV Antivirus Suite on your PC. Many of them are known to distribute Trojans that additionally let such malwares inside through security vulnerabilities found and finally take over the whole computer. It means that just after getting on board, AV Anti-virus Suite will start popping up every few seconds. This scam will announce that computer is dangerously infected and that only its licensed version is capable to fix all these problems found. Moreover, AV Anti-virus Suite is known to imitate system scan and also block such tools as Task Manager or even the access to the Internet. All this makes AV Anti-virus Suite hard to remove.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

[random]tssd.exe
[random].exe

Location of the infection:

%Documents and Settings%\[UserName]\Local Settings\Application Data\[random characters ]\[random characters]tssd.exe
%Documents and Settings%\[UserName]\Local Settings\Application Data\[random characters ]\[random characters].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “[random characters]“
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\AvScan
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “[random characters]“
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download "RunInvalidSignatures" ="1""

Although it is possible to manually remove fake AV Antivirus Suite, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Windows Optimization Center.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Wed, 3 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Windows Optimization Center is a fake security program that is promoted via trojans and other malware. It's a clone of Privacy Corrector.

Windows Optimization Center imitates system check and states that your computer in infected with spyware. In order to remove the supposedly found infection and remove viruses you have to pay for a full version of Windows Optimization Center. Of course, you shouldn't do that because this program is a scam. Fake scan results is a method to scare you into purchasing the program. You should remove Windows Optimization Center from your computer manually or use an automatic removal tool below.

Windows Optimization Center will constantly display fake error messages stating that your computer in infected with malicious software. It will rate major components of your system by given scores. They are usually very low. Once installed, Windows Optimization Center will prompt you to start your computer in protected mode to ensure that your computer is properly protected against possible attacks and malware.

However, in reality it blocks programs on your computer randomly and states that they are infected or potentially harmful. As you can see, Windows Optimization Center is nothing more but a scam. It displays fake error messages and security alerts to make you think that your computer in infected. Then it prompts to pay for a full version of the program to clean up the computer. Do not buy. Instead, use our removal instructions below to remove Windows Optimization Center from the system as soon as possible.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

protect.exe

Location of the infection:

%APPDATA%\protect.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “Windows Optimization Center”

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Windows Optimization Center, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

McAfee Enhanced Protection Mode.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Tue, 2 Aug 2011 02:00:00 +0530

McAfee Enhanced Protection Mode is a title of misleading alert aimed at cheating users.

The trickery abuses not only credit of users as name of renowned and fair product is engaged into the marketing of imaginary update or feature.
That is, concealing the malicious intent under the name of trustworthy product the hackers literary try to rob users of their money as the alert, on notifying of critical virus detection, is followed by the payment request.
The entire affair is managed by single trojan which is typically manually installed by users. It is understandable that a user would not download the trojan, if the content was fairly declared, but, of course, the trojan was introduced as another content. Typical guise used to conceal the trojan is a Flash player update.
Besides removal of McAfee Enhanced Protection Mode deceptive alert, there is another popup to get rid of. It is shown at the desktop tray area and reads that system is protected. It pretends to indicate the last date of AV database update.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

OTS.exe
sysdriver32.exe
systemup.exe

Location of the infection:

%Users%\[UserName]\Downloads\OTS.exe
%Windows%\l1rezerv.exe
%Windows%\systemup.exe
%Windows%\sysdriver32.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “McAfee Enhanced Protection Mode”

Although it is possible to manually remove fake McAfee Enhanced Protection Mode, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

EzPrivacy .

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 13:30:00 +0530

EzPrivacy is a fake Korean anti-spyware which after imitated PC scanning actions promises for the user to remove all the cyber threats. However, these threats are invented system files and mostly reported to push people straight away into purchasing the scam. EzPrivacy in Korean language declares that its trial version, which found all these numerous viruses on PC, is not capable to eliminate detections but promises that registered its version will remove them.

Actually, EzPrivacy just like GreenVaccine has no spywares detection or removal engine. Just after getting on board with a help of Trojans, it starts imitating all these searching for malware actions. Applying this malicious tactics based on fake system scanners and alerts, EzPrivacy declares that Operating System is infected and then recommends purchasing its full commercial version. However, you should never purchase EzPrivacy because when installed, this “full” version will similarly flood the system with its exaggerated popup warnings.

It’s important to acknowledge that you must remove EzPrivacy as soon as possible because it makes computers to malfunction and may even steal important information. Use a reputable antispyware and get rid of EzPrivacy once you spot its activity on your PC.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

EzPrivacySub2.exe
EzPrivacySub.exe

Location of the infection:

C:\Documents and Settings\{username}\Local Settings\Application Data\EzPrivacySub2.exe
C:\Documents and Settings\{username}\Desktop\EzPrivacySub.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\EzPrivacy.exe
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\WowSoft\EzPrivacy

Although it is possible to manually remove fake EzPrivacy, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Win Defragmenter.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Win Defragmenter is a rogue application which poses to be powerful enough to improve your computer’s performance and remove errors.

However, it appears to be replacing Win Defrag, HDD Control, Quick Defragmenter and many other viruses hailing from this nasty group of rogues.

Having legitimate antivirus tool installed on your PC does not guarantee that Win Defragmenter is not going to get on your computer because it can easily infiltrate computers together with some insecure downloads and shareware as well. No matter how it may get on board, Win Defragmenter firstly installs its so called unregistered version which later will be asked to register. All this is done in a quite classical way by starting to tell you that your computer has numerous errors and problems.

Win Defragmenter starts even scanning the system to convince that these errors really are. Be sure that everything reported by Win Defragmenter are invented and malware just tries to swindle you into believing your PC is unsafe.

So, telling that your PC has infections, Win Defragmenter tries to scare you into paying for its “registered” fake version. It’s very important to be aware that through the above written manipulations malware creates a need of its paid version which is nothing but useless thing. Please do not get caught and remove Win Defragmenter fake defragmenter from your system ASAP.
Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

[random].exe

Location of the infection:

%Temp%\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “[random].exe”

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Win Defragmenter, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Hard Drive Diagnostic.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:30:00 +0530

Hard Drive Diagnostic is a malicious application that imitates being system optimization tool.

It’s another member of fake system defragmenters family that works exactly the same way as its predecessors HDD Scan, Ultra Defragger, Win HDD, HDD Control and others.

Hard Drive Diagnostics tells you about detecting some critical errors on your computer and claims that it can only fix them if you purchase a license of Hard Drive Diagnostic. Those critical errors usually include hard drive errors or RAM memory problems. The program may state that Windows can’t find hard disk space and similar things.

Moreover, you will be constantly bothered with scans performed by Hard Drive Diagnostics which will keep warning about detecting tons of critical errors. Each such scan will redirect you to the website offering purchasing Hard Drive Diagnostic. Besides, it will disturb you every time you will try to run any of your legitimate programs.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

[random].exe

Location of the infection:

%Temp%\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run " [random].exe

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Hard Drive Diagnostic, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Norton Antivirus Enhanced Protection ModeNorton Antivirus Enhanced Protection Mode.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Norton Antivirus Enhanced Protection Mode is a name of popular advertisement virus. Its name speaks for itself, so that program is declared by its distributor/creator an award-winning security solution.

Yet it bears name which sounds somewhat familiar even to minor experience users, nothing to say of the majority of people consuming computer services as most of them, beyond any doubt, have heard something of such legitimate utility as Norton and thus are inclined to instinctively consider the counterfeit as true security solution
Genuine Norton Antivirus is a fair software product that has nothing to do with the scamware this article is going to warn users about, but the hackers stole the name of legitimate program to make their sham security tool sound legitimate.
Remove Norton Antivirus Enhanced Protection Mode long-name scam and do not confuse it with legitimate products, especially the one which name is used as part of its name in violation of every intellectual property rule.
The above name designates total counterfeit, which means it does not make a single attempt to deliver the benefits mentioned in its official description. To makes things worse, it interferes with a range of useful programs and disorders computer system while ensuring its start up registry values are properly added and there are no obstacles for its popups.

You must remove the Norton AntiVirus Enhanced Protection Mode Virus immediately. It is an extremely malicious virus which has corrupted your computer and taken over your computer virus program. Remember: This is not a real Norton program, it is a rogue program. The real Norton AntiVirus program has been completely disabled and is no longer working.

You personal data, financial data and computer files are all compromised. Please do not let this virus lurk in the shadows. It wants you to feel comfortable that it is a real Norton antivirus software application. It will most likely log all of your passwords and other personal information that you enter as your surf the internet. Please remove this infection as soon as possible.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

iexplore.exe

Location of the infection:

%Temp%\iexplore.exe
%ProgramFiles%\iexplore.exe
%AppData%\iexplore.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run iexplore.exe

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Norton Antivirus Enhanced Protection ModeNorton Antivirus Enhanced Protection Mode, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Total Protect.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:30:00 +0530

Total Protect is a rogue anti-spyware that soon will become unwanted if it manages to get on your machine.

In order to launch once PC is rebooted, it is designed to make some secret modifications to computer’s registry. Avoid them with licensed anti-virus and anti-spyware programs installed because only these programs. Those programs will provide real time protection and help to remove viruses. If your PC is unprotected, Total Protect will easily get inside the system with a help of various insecure downloads. This stealthily way of infiltration is additionally followed by unexpected scanners and alerts of Total Protect AV. They are based on fake virus detection alerts that should be ignored without any doubt. We highly recommend you to remove Total Protect and make your machine clean again.

Having got inside, Total Protect is usually launched as soon as PC is rebooted. So, every time the PC boots up, you will receive lots of false ads and fabricated scanners that all claim your computer is in danger and contains numerous spyware, viruses and other threats inside. It must be said that those alerts and scan results of Total Protect are totally faked so please do not react to them by removing ‘viruses’ reported. Keep in mind that these viruses are invented by the program, so they can be legitimate your system files but not the ones that must be removed. The only reason why this scam tries to scare you about your machine is money – Total Protect will claim that only its ‘registered’ software is capable to remove all detections.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

RtlDriver32.exe

Location of the infection:

%Appdata%\RtlDriver32.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "[random numbers]"

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Total Protect, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

BlueFlare Antivirus.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

BlueFlare Antivirus is a fake security program that is spread by trojans.

Such programs infect your PC and try to convince you into buying full version by detecting fake problems on one’s PC. While BlueFlare Antivirus and other similar programs do not harm your PC physically, we advice against paying for any fake software. First, this software is completely useless and thus money is stolen from you. Secondly, your money will be used for developing new versions of such malware. This rogue is related to Milestone Antivirus and SysInternals Antivirus rogues. First BlueFlare Antivirus (testing ones, apparently) infections were noticed around 05 July, 2011.

Blue Flare Antivirus uses a bit different way to scare you into buying its full version. Most of the fake AVs are trying to emulate a problem with your PC only. However, BlueFlare Antivirus will try to convince you that your reputation is in danger as well. It will show various popups claiming that you send out emails containing spam messages or sleazy offers. Although they are “blocked” according to this rogue, many will get scared that their co-workers or their boss will get one of such emails signed by them.
Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

conhost.exe
csrss.exe

Location of the infection:

c:\Program Files\conhost.exe
c:\Program Files\csrss.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\QTUpdate
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\exefile\shell\open\command "(Default)" = 'C:\Program Files\conhost.exe "%1" %*'

Although it is possible to manually remove fake BlueFlare Antivirus, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Microsoft Security Essentials.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0530

Fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert is nothing else but Trojan, which tries to convince PC users that they have viruses on their computers and now they need to increase machines’ protection to get rid of the scams detected.

For that, users are suggested 35 different anti-spywares where 5 of them are not legitimate ones: Red Cross Antivirus, Peak Protection 2010, Pest Detector 4.1, Major Defense Kit and AntiSpySafeguard.

All this tricky technique starts as soon as Trojan gets inside the system. It begins to display alerts that look very similar to legitimate Windows Microsoft Security Essentials program and then declares that there was a Trojan (Unknown Win32/Trojan) detected. Then, program starts telling that it has no capabilities to remove this Trojan. Users are usually prompted to do an online scan which shows this supposed Trojan as infection with a reason to make them click on a Free Install button.

After clicking, these rogues automatically repeat a “full” system scan which was done earlier. People are similarly told that there is a great variety of viruses detected and now the program needs to be purchased if user wants to eliminate them. This Fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert starts reporting its alerts as soon as computer reboots and to make you scared reports many legitimate system files.

You should remember that Major Defense Kit, AntiSpySafeguard, Red Cross Antivirus, Peak Protection 2010, Pest Detector 4.1 and AntiSpy Safeguard are perfectly similar to each other, only their names and GUI are different. You should ignore all its alerts and if you have already been tricked by fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert, do NOT purchase Major Defense Kit. You MUST remove this scam, just like you must get rid of AntiSpySafeguard, Red Cross Antivirus, Peak Protection 2010, Pest Detector 4.1 or AntiSpy Safeguard.
Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Application Data\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “RunInvalidSignatures” = ’1?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter “Enabled” = ’0?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “CheckExeSignatures” = ‘no’

Although it is possible to manually remove fake Microsoft Security Essentials, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

XP Anti-Spyware.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

XP Anti-Spyware is a fake anti-spyware program which was let into the wild for making you tricked into purchasing its license.

However, this malware is an ultimately fraudulent money-hunter which should be removed as soon as you notice its license.It hails from a huge family of malwares that change their names according to OS found and infects only Windows XP OS running machines. As a rule, you should ignore its alerts and get rid of XP Anti-Spyware because it has no virus removal engine. It may also use other names but the same GUI in its alerts and scanners, so be aware about this. Rely on a reputable anti-spyware to get rid of XP Anti-Spyware and any other cyber threat. To avoid them and their unexpected appearance, you should purchase the ‘full’ version which provides a real time protection.

XP Antispyware basically employs trojans to get inside one’s Operating System and mess it up afterwards. This program will do its best in trying to make you believe that you need the registered its version in order to defend the compromised computer against malicious programs out there. The first its appearance will be just after its secret installation. XP Anti-Spyware may also reach your computer with a help of browser hijackers that start redirecting its victims and then offer to install ‘free’ version of this scam. XP Anti-Spyware is modified to launch as soon as you reboot your computer and after that it will start scanning your computer and reporting numerous viruses detected. Of course, these detections are invented because that XP Anti-Spyware virus has empty corresponding antivirus database, which testifies nothing.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

pw.exe
MSASCui.exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Application Data\Microsoft\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.exeshellopencommand "(Default)" = "%UserProfile%Local SettingsApplication Datapw.exe" /START "%1" %*
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT.exeshellopencommand "(Default)" = "%UserProfile%Local SettingsApplication Datapw.exe" /START "%1" %*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftSecurity Center "FirewallOverride" = "1"

Although it is possible to manually remove XP Anti-Spyware, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Removal of Zwangi.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Zwangi is a basic browser re director that doesn’t do anything special.

It’s not on the level of viruses like Zbot or Dymanet; mostly it just makes your computer act funny and sends your browser to websites that you don’t intend to navigate to. Zwangi hides its presence pretty well with pop-ups that look legitimate to the untrained eye.
On some computers, Zwangi can actually disable existing security software, especially if you use nothing put

Microsoft’s built-in programs, but this doesn’t happen to everyone. What you will notice, especially if you have an older computer, is that your hard drive runs a little more sluggishly than normal.
Trying to get rid of Zwangi can be infuriating, but you don’t have to smash your computer to bits just yet.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

zwangi.exe
zwangi127.exe

Location of the infection:

%ProgramFiles%\ZwangiSearch\

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKLMSYSTEMControlSet001EnumRootLEGACY_ZWANGISEARCH_SERVICE
HKLMSYSTEMControlSet001ServicesZwangiSearch Service

Although it is possible to manually remove Zwangi, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

QuestScan.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0530

QuestScan is defined as adware by some anti-virus software applications .

Whenever you are searching for any keyword on the address bar of your web browser it is redirected to questscan.com search engine instead of searching for results in the Google or any other default search engine. It displays very limited and commercial results most of the time. Many users will likely find this a confusing experience because QuestScan changes the way you search the web. Besides, many users don't even know what QuestScan is. That's usually because only a small number of users will actually read the EULA or they will not fully understand they are consenting to the installation of advertising software. On the other hand, there's a great chance that such information is not always clearly presented.

So, it is suggested to always look upon the files you are installing in your computer. Another problem is that some users find it difficult to remove QuestScan. If you are facing this problem with your web browser, please follow the steps in the removal guide below to remove QuestScan from your compute completely. If you have any further questions or concerns, please leave a comment below. Good luck and be safe online!

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

questscan.exe

Location of the infection:

C:\Program Files\QuestScan\questscan.exe
C:\Program Files\QuestScan\questscan.dll
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\QuestScan\questscan143.exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\QuestScan Service
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Management\ARPCache\QuestScan

Although it is possible to manually remove QuestScan, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Zentom System Guard.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Zentom System Guard is a dangerous application that will be presented as completely legitimate program which is going to help you to find and remove computer viruses from your PC.

However, though this may sound trustworthy, Zentom System Guard will find only invented cyber threats on your machine and then will offer its useless virus removal services that are definitely fake. As soon as this malware appears on your machine, it will start scanning your PC and then will try to scare you about various programs that in reality are legitimate your system files. To stop its unexpected appearance, you must remove Zentom System Guard, so use a reputable anti-spyware for that.

Zentom System Guard Protection is released by fraudulent cyber vendors aiming to fool PC users into wasting their money. It is made to use Trojans for its secret infiltration, that come inside through security vulnerabilities found. Similarly to earlier released scams, Zentom System Guard firstly presents itself as freeware that is going to fix PC from malware. However, as soon as it ‘finds’ Trojans, worms and other threats, starts claiming that first of all you must pay for its removal services. Please, never share your money with scammers who released this scam for ripping trustful PC users off. Just get rid of Zentom System Guard as soon as possible.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Application Data\Microsoft\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “RunInvalidSignatures” = ’1?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter “Enabled” = ’0?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “CheckExeSignatures” = ‘no’

Although it is possible to manually remove Zentom System Guard, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Windows Vista Home System Repair.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0530

Windows Vista Home System Repair is another type of fake antivirus program which will definitely show pop ups to tell the user that the computer has been infected by malwares, trojans and viruses.
Windows Vista Home System Repair CANNOT detect and remove any kind of malware, trojan and virus. Windows Vista Home System Repair can only cheat the user to purchase the full version of Windows Vista Home System Repair so that to removed the detected threats. Do not believe any pop ups or report shown by Windows Vista Home System Repair. All of them is a lie.

Windows Vista Home System Repair can be uninstalled by by stopping all processes with random name and also kill its files. Then, all registry entries added and modified by Windows Vista Home System Repair must be cleared by using Windows Registry Editor.

Windows Vista Home System Repair, after installed, usually will display a lot of pop-up alerts that attempt to make users believe that it has detected multiple threats on the system that it is installed on. Naturally, some computer users will try to take action to remove those threats simply by purchasing a full edition of Windows Vista Home System Repair. After doing so, users will later find out that Windows Vista Home System Repair is incapable of ridding their system of any type of malware threats and will continually bombard them with deceptive pop-up messages. The only thing to do with Windows Vista Home System Repair is remove either manually or by using an updated spyware detection tool.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%AppData%\[random].exe
%UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\Windows Vista Home System Repair

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon "Shell" = "%AppData%\[random].exe"

Although it is possible to manually remove Windows Vista Home System Repair, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Unknown Win32/Trojan.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 02:00:00 +0530

Unknown Win32/Trojan is NOT a malicious Trojan that needs to be eliminated – it’s a fake alert which seeks to mislead you into thinking that your PC is infected.

Though this issue, reported by fake Microsoft Security Essentials, may sound trustworthy, the program which is offered for its removal is a useless application which can be called a tool to swindle your money. Never fall into fake MSE alerts, in the next stage offering to purchase Windows Easy Warden, Windows Armour Master or other scam. Ignore Unknown Win32/Trojan and run a reputable anti-spyware to eliminate all infected files.

When Trojans helping for the malware to get inside undetected download infected files, they set it to start as soon as PC is rebooted. So, you will receive continuous alerts reporting Unknown Win32/Trojan detected once you reboot your PC. As it was mentioned above, some of these alerts are titled with Microsoft Security Essentials name what may trick you into believing this scam even more.

Please, keep in mind that Unknown Win32/Trojan is not the subject! Run a reputable anti-spyware to see which your real infections are. If you find your anti-spyware blocked, reboot your machine into safe mode with networking first and then repeat a scan.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%AppData%\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon "Shell" = "%AppData%\[random].exe"

Although it is possible to manually remove Unknown Win32/Trojan, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Windows Optimization & Security.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:30:00 +0530

Windows Optimization & Security is a typical malware product that has been skillfully designed after another rogue anti-spyware Windows System Optimization.

Trying to gain the income and help for scammers, these malwares will trick people into paying for their licensed version which is classically presented to be the only program capable of eliminating viruses “detected”. However, just like its direct clone, Windows Optimization & Security program is useless in finding and removing any kind of virus because it has no virus database. Don’t waste your time on dealing with this cyber threat and remove Windows Optimization & Security once you see its reports telling that you are infected.

Windows Optimization & Security gets on the targeted machine with a help of Trojans that come through security software vulnerabilities without any permission asked. If your anti-virus and anti-spyware are not updated constantly, Trojans may even let more than one malware inside your PC, so keep your machine protected!

This secret intrusion of Windows Optimization & Security is followed by triggering system tray notifications telling about dangerous infections detected and Microsoft Security Essentials alerts also announcing about dangerous activity detected.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%AppData%\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon "Shell" = "%AppData%\[random].exe"

Although it is possible to manually remove Windows Optimization & Security, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Windows Privacy Agent.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0530

Windows Privacy Agent is a fake security program, rogue anti-spyware which will do anything in order to convince you about the need of its license.

Licensed version of Windows Privacy Agent is presented the only program which will remove cyber threats from your computer after their detection. If fact, these ‘viruses’ reported are invented for naive people who are expected to become concerned about their machines and pay for removal services. It’s extremely important ignore but NOT to remove files displayed on Windows Privacy Agent, Windows Optimal Tool or Windows Optimal Settings alerts because most of them may be legitimate your system files and their elimination may affect your computer’s performance. Windows Privacy Agent fake spyware remover was designed after another malicious program called Windows Express Settings which has the same GUI and also acts identically. Remember, that you must remove Windows Express Settings as soon as you see it on your computer’s desktop.

So, the first thing which should be taken into account is that Windows Privacy Agent mostly comes on the targeted computer undetected. This is done through the use of Trojans capable of using security holes and firewall flaws. Additionally, in order to swindle the money from all these computer users that don’t know much about computers and their security, Windows Privacy Agent starts alerting about Trojans, worms and other spyware detected. Be sure that rogue will also offer you to run its completely ‘free’ scanner. This scanner can be predetermined to detect the same viruses that need to be fixed. However, the final misleading action of Windows Privacy Agent is the offer to purchase its licensed version which in reality is nothing else but useless and even dangerous application which MUST be removed before it starts letting inside more viruses.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%UserProfile%\Application Data\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\egui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.ex
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon "Shell" = '%UserProfile%\Application Data\[random].exe'

Although it is possible to manually remove Windows Express Settings, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.

Vista Total Security 2012.

noreply@blogger.com (Ziyad) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:30:00 +0530

Vista Total Security 2012 is a dangerous malware that must be ignored every time it appears on your computer.
Though it may look trustworthy, it gets on Windows Vista operating system running computers with a help of Trojans and then starts its campaign on reporting fake viruses. This fraud application infects not only those PCs that have Windows Vista OS running – malware hails from a huge Braviax201102 family where all viruses’ names are set randomly and you can also find XP Total Security 2012 or Win 7 Total Security 2012 running on your PC. Please, keep in mind that no matter which malicious program is noticed on your computer, you must remove Vista Total Security 2012 as soon as possible.

As it was said before, Vista Total Security 2012 hits computers running Windows Vista Operating System with a help of trojans. In most cases, they use security vulnerabilities to get inside undetected and additionally set the malware start as soon as PC is rebooted. The initial activity of Vista Total Security 2012 activity follows continuous system scanners, alerts and notifications that interrupt users every time they start working with their computers.

Removal:

Kill malicious Processes from Task Manager:

<random>.exe

Location of the infection:

%AppData%\Local\[random].exe

Registry Entries to be removed. (Take a backup of registry, before editing it)

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “RunInvalidSignatures” = ’1?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\PhishingFilter “Enabled” = ’0?
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “CheckExeSignatures” = ‘no’

Although it is possible to manually remove Vista Total Security 2012, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend malware and spyware removal applications.