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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...

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...

"Application can not be executed" Security Warning
You may see "Application can not be executed" Security Warning when your computer is infected with a rogue anti-spyware application or other malicious software. Malware blocks legitimate software (especially anti-virus) and states that the requested file is infected (usually an executable file). Then it asks whether you want to activate antivirus software (fake) or not. If such error occurs, you should end malware processes with task manager. If task manager is blocked too, then use Process Explorer. Then try to run your anti-virus/spyware software again. [Figure 1. Application can not be executed Security Warning] Security Warning Application can not be executed. The file [file name].exe is infected. Do you want to activate your antivirus software now?

Antivir Solution Pro
Antivir Solution Pro is a rogue anti-spyware application from the same family as AV Security Suite and Antispyware Soft. This fake program is typically promoted via fake online scanners and misleading web pop ups that appear when browsing bogus websites. Those pop ups will state that your computer is infected with adware, spyware and other malware. Then you will be prompted to download and run their malware removal tool which is Antivir Solution Pro of course. Please also note that the rogue program may come bundled with other malware or it can enter your computer through software vulnerabilities. However, most of the time it has to be manually installed. If you find that your computer is infected with this virus, please follow the removal instructions below. Once Antivir Solution Pro is active, it will be configured to start automatically when loading Windows. The rogue program will scan your computer and detect non-existent or system files files as infections, but won't let you remove them until you purchase the program. This is obviously a scam because it asks you to pay for a license of a program that removes non-existent infections. What is more, the rogue program will display fake security alerts on your computer screen like every one or two minutes. These alerts will range from warnings about your computer be hacked to active malware processes being detected. Some of the fake security alerts read: Windows Security Alert. Windows reports that computer is infected. Antivirus software helps to protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. Click here for the scan your computer. Your system might be at risk now. Antivirus software alert INFILTRATION ALERT Virus Attack Your computer is being attacked by an internet virus. It could be a password-stealing attack, a trogan - dropper or similar. DETAILS Attack from:152.179.59.20, port 4703 Attacked port: 29484 Threat: BankerFox.A Do you want block this attack? Last, but not least, A...

General Antivirus
General Antivirus is another rogue anti-spyware application. This parasite is promoted in several ways. Mainly, it pretends to be an online anti-malware scanner. After the fake scan it usually states that user's computer is seriously infected and suggest to download General Antivirus for infections removal. Secondly, it may enter the system using trojan viruses without user's knowledge and permission. Once installed and active, General Antivirus is configured to start automatically when the system loads. Then it performs fake system scan and displays various infections that cannot be removed until the user purchases a license of General Antivirus. It may also display fake Windows Security Center notification, an alert box that pretends to be a firewall alert stating that user's PC is under attack from a remote host, an alert stating that a serious infection was detected and many similar counterfeit security messages. However, instead of purchasing this useless application, use the manual removal guide below and remove General Antivirus fro free.

Net Protector AntiVirus 2010
Net Protector AntiVirus 2010 is a rogue anti-malware program that may give false or exaggerated reports of threats on your computer. The misleading program has to be manually installed. Once installed, it will state that your computer is infected. It then prompts you to upgrade Net Protector AntiVirus 2010 to remove the infections and to protect your computer against other malware. The problem is that most of the reported threats are either false or don't even exist. The homepage of this bogus antivirus software is indiaantivirus.com. Please don't install or purchase this program. If you have already installed it onto your computer then please follow the removal instructions below. You can remove Net Protector AntiVirus 2010 from the computer either manually or with an automatic removal tool.

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...

Antivirus Pro 2010
Antivirus Pro 2010 is a misleading security application pushed through Braviax malware (Trojan.Virantix.C Trojan virus). This program is classified as misleading application because it reports false scan results and displays fake security alerts to make you think your computer is infected. AntivirusPro 2010 from the same family as PC Antispyware 2010, Home Antivirus 2010 and PC Security 2009. Once installed, the misleading application will ask you to pay for a full version of the program to remove non-existing system security threats. Do not buy this program. Uninstall Antivirus Pro 2010 from your computer as soon possible. As we have already mentioned, AntivirusPro2010 is promoted through the use of Braviax infection. This Trojan virus displays fake security alerts in your Windows task bar that promotes the misleading application. Usually it states that your computer is unprotected and that you should activate your antivirus software. The Trojan may also display warnings about various malware infections. While running, AntivirusPro_2010 will impersonate Windows Security Center and state that anti-virus software is outdated or disabled. Do not trust it, it's a scam. To make things even worse, Antivirus Pro 2010 will hijack web browsers and redirect you to entirely different websites full of advertisements. What is more, it will block certain security websites and antivirus programs to protect itself from being deleted. If you find that your computer infected with this parasite, please use the removal guide below to remove Antivirus Pro 2010 from the system manually for free. Note that there can be additional malware installed on your computer not only Braviax and Antivirus Pro 2010, that's why we strongly recommend you to scan your computer with reliable anti-malware application like Spyware Doctor.

Security Master AV
Security Master AV is a rogue anti-spyware program from the same family as My Security Engine and CleanUp Antivirus. As a typical fake anti-spyware program it imitates a system scan and claims that your computer is infected with malicious software. The bogus program creates harmless files on your computer and then detect those files as viruses. Finally, it asks to pay for a full version of the program to remove the infections and to make your computer more secure. Moreover, Security Master AV displays fake security warnings and and pop-ups claiming that your sensitive information can be stolen or that your PC is under attack from a remote computer. It goes without saying that you should remove Security Master AV from your computer as soon as possible. Some of the fake security alerts read: Warning! Identity theft attempt detected Hidden Connection IP: Security Risk: High Target: Microsoft Corporation Keys Warning! Virus detected Threat Detected: Trojan-Spy.HTML.Citifraud SecurityMasterAV is promoted mostly through the use of Trojans, fake online scanners and other misleading websites. While running, Security Master AV will block legit antivirus and anti-spyware programs, disable task manager, registry editor and other useful system tools to protect itself from being removed. It will hijack Internet Explorer and block security related websites or redirect to various misleading websites that promote rogue security software. As you can see, Security Master AV is nothing more but a scam. If you find that your computer is infected with this bogus program please use the removal instructions below to remove Security Master AV from your computer either manually or with an automatic removal tool. If you have already purchased this fake program, then contact your credit card company immediately and dispute the charges.

Ad-ware Pro
Ad-ware Pro is another corrupt anti-spyware parasite that looms large in the internet in search of unsuspecting users to scam. Its methods of infecting a computer usually consist of getting a trojan via security holes in your web browser, then downloading and installing Ad-ware Pro via this trojan parasite. Corrupt anti-spywares are known to display falsified error reports, fake alerts and notifications. Ad-ware Pro is no exception - it shows exaggerated lists of threats, imitates scanning of the system and does everything else with a hope of tricking users into buying the "full" Ad-ware Pro version. To sum up, do not download or install this parasite, and if you have it on your computer, remove Ad-ware Pro immediately if you want to avoid further damage which can be done by this rogue.

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Antimalware Doctor
Antimalware Doctor is a rogue anti-spyware program that displays fake security alerts and reports false scan results to make you think that your computer is infected with malware. This fake program is promoted and installed through the use of trojan viruses that usually come from fake online scanner and various bogus websites. Once installed, Antimalware Doctor will run a fake system scan and display a list of fake threats and infections.Then, it will claim that you must purchase the program in order to remove the infections. Don't buy it! This is nothing more but a scam. Instead, please use the removal guide below to remove Antimalware Doctor from your computer either manually for free or with an automatic removal tool. [Figure 1. Antimalware Doctor graphical user interface] While running, AntimalwareDoctor will display numerous fake security alerts and notifications from Windows Task bar. Those alerts will state that your computer is subjected to hacker attack or that somebody is trying to transfer your private data via internet. Please ignore such fake warnings. Antimalware Doctor just tries to scare you and trick you into purchasing the program. Warning! Removed attack detected! Antimalware Doctor has detected that somebody is trying to block your computer remotely via {Trojan Worm BX12.434.CardStoler}. Transfer for Your private data via internet will start in: 7 We strongly recommend you to block attack immediately. Your computer is subjected to hacker attack. Antimalware Doctor has detected that somebody is trying to transfer your private data via internet. We strongly recommend you to block attack immediately. Antimalware Doctor has detected that somebody is trying to transfer your private data via internet. We strongly recommend you to block attack immediately. What is more, AntimalwareDoctor will block legitimate anti-virus and anti-spyware programs and security related websites. You will have to end its processes in order to use removal...

AV Security Suite
AV Security Suite is a rogue anti-spyware program from the same family as Antispyware Soft and Antivirus Soft. Once installed, this fake program will display fake security alerts and state that your computer is infected with spyware, adware and other types of malware. Then it will prompt you to pay for a full version of the program to remove the infections and to make your computer more secure. Of course, that's not true, because AV Security Suite is an infection itself and obviously won't protect your computer from malware. Most importantly, don't purchase this bogus program. If you have already purchased it, then you should contact your credit card company and dispute the charges. Finally, please follow the removal instructions below to remove AV Security Suite from your computer as soon as possible either manually or with an automatic removal guide. Probably the most annoying thing about AVSecuritySuite is that it actually blocks legitimate software and certain system tools. It may even make your computer very slow. When running, it will display several fake pop-ups and state that your anti-virus or anti-spyware program is infected and that you should uninstall it. Furthermore, it will impersonate Windows Security Center and state that your computer is not protected against malware. It will then recommend you to buy a full version of AV Security Suite. Again, don't do that, otherwise you will simply lose your money. It's very important to mention that you may have to reboot your computer is safe mode with networking in order to remove this virus from your computer. AV Security Suite Basic changes Internet Explorer settings and enables proxy server. You need to restore those settings, otherwise, you won't be able to download malware removal tools from the Internet. If you fins that your computer is infected with this bogus and very annoying program, then please follow the removal instructions below. AV S...

Crawler
Crawler is an Internet Explorer toolbar that provides a pop-up blocker, additional search functions, links and other useful features. However, it also redirects web searches and changes the Internet Explorer default error page. Crawler must be manually installed. It runs every time the user launches Internet Explorer.

Microsoft Security Adviser
Microsoft Security Adviser claims that your computer is infected, even though it is actually clean. That's why this program is classified as a rogue and must be removed upon detection. Microsoft Security Adviser uses legitimate looking graphical user interface (GUI) and the name of Microsoft corporation, but it has nothing to do with this well known company. Usually, Microsoft Security Adviser is promoted through the use of trojans, adware and other malware. These trojans display legitimate looking pop-up windows and security alerts that advertise this parasite. Microsoft SecurityAdviser, might also appear in the list of search results when you are searching for reliable security software. Once installed, Microsoft Security Adviser will ostensibly scan your computer and display a list of infections, that can't be removed unless you purchase the program. However, we recommend you not to do so, because this program is a scam, totally useless and even dangerous. Instead, you must get rid of this program as soon as possible after the first appearance. Please use the removal guide below to remove Microsoft Security Adviser from your computer for free.

Defense Center
Defense Center is a rogue anti-spyware program from the same family as Protection Center malware. It reports false system security threats and displays fake security warnings to scare you into thinking that your computer is infected with spyware, adware and other viruses. DefenseCenter is a typical scareware, that's why it will ask you to pay for a full version of the program to remove the infections which don't even exist. Defense Center is promoted through the use of Trojans and other malicious software. Usually, it comes from fake online scanners and misleading video websites. The rogue program has to be manually installed, so to make its way to the system it pretends to be a video codec or flash player update. Basically, the scammers do all their best to trick you into installing their bogus software. Once installed and running, Defense Center will simulate a system scan and display a list of infections that can be only removed with a full version of the program. Then it will constantly display fake security alerts and pop-ups claiming that your computer is infected with spyware that may stole your passwords and credit card information. What is more, the rogue program will disable Task Manager, Registry Editor and other system tools. It will also block legitimate anti-spyware programs, that's why you may have to reboot your computer in safe mode and run an automatic removal tool from there or remove Defense Center files manually. Some of the fake Defense Center alerts read: Warning! Adware detected! Adware module detected on your PC! Zlob.Porn.Ad adware has been detected. This adware module advertises websites with explicit content. Be advised of such content being possibly illegal. Please click the button below to locate and remove this threat now. Danger! A security threat detected on your computer. TrojanASPX.JS.Win32. It strongly recommended to remove this threat right now. Click on the message to remove it. If you find th...

SEB bank browser hijacker
Be careful! SEB bank hijacker is one of hijacker parasites that try to hijack bank pages, including https://ebankas.seb.lt in Lithuania. One of the symptoms, telling that you have encountered this parasite, is a fake warning that usually asks submitting all the numbers of your security card. This warning reads: Papildoma Autorizacija Kad apsaugoti jus nuo galimu sukciavimu, prasome ivesti duomenis is Jusu kodu korteles,kad galetume patvirtinti vartotoja If you fall into this scam, nothing but hackers would get ability to steal all your credit card details and easily transfer your money to their money laundering accounts. Even worse, this information may be also used for logging as customer for government services such as social security, tax office (VMI) or registry center. Be attentive when you submitting your login details! Before you use bank or any other services, run legitimate anti-virus and anti-spyware both to clean your PC. If you have already entered your login details or security codes, contact SEB bank and ask to block both your bank account and security card as well.

Graffiti-blogger.com
No one expects domain called Graffiti-blogger.com is used for distribution of malware. However, it really promotes one and it is called Antivirus GT. Though Antivirus GT is presented as a complete security solution there, this scareware reports only invented viruses and displays fake system scanners. It should never be trusted just like the malicious Graffiti-blogger.com. People also may get inside Graffiti-blogger.com accidentally without any permission asked. All this is done because of the browser hijacking technique which is applied after the trial version of Antivirus GT gets on board unexpectedly. So, you should be clear that you must remove either the trial or the commercial version of Antivirus GT. Scan your computer with a reputable anti-spyware or use the removal guide of Antivirus GT.