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How to remove AntiToolbar fake security program
30.12.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
AntiToolbar (aka Anti Toolbar or AntiToolbar Pro) is a new character of fake security software industry. AntiToolbar suggests people its assistance in terms of cleaning up their computer systems from unwanted add-ons, browser hijackers, tracking cookies etc. That sounds quite commendable but unfortunately AntiToolbar does not stick to promises it makes. AntiToolbar is to be installed manually from its website so you should stay alert and refrain from believing any internet sources recommending you to download and test AntiToolbar software. Once installed and active, AntiToolbar will offer using some of its basic options like scanning your system for errors and other types of insecure activity. The scan reveals deliberately fabricated results though. AntiToolbar tends to trigger popup warning messages that it allegedly found some critical threats which are strongly recommended to be removed. And this ‘removal’ will not go without you having to pay a $29.95 fee for AntiToolbar Pro version first. The above scheme is characteristic of fake security applications, although AntiToolbar appears to be less aggressive with regard to its behavior and only rarely uses obscure trojan-based infiltration techniques. Anyway, we recommend you to stay away from Anti Toolbar application since it’s a potentially unwanted one and may mislead you considerably. If you download AntiToolbar and find it hard to uninstall this software, please follow the instructions below to remove AntiToolbar from your system.
How to remove DataDoctor 2010 fake security program
20.12.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
DataDoctor 2010 is a fake optimization tool possessing some traits of a rogue anti-spyware application. DataDoctor 2010 is distributed through the use of misleading internet sources recommending you to download this program to fix your computer problems. When running on your machine, DataDoctor 2010 will typically display falsified registry scanners and lots of other adware components to produce the misleading impression that your computer has a lot of system errors that must be taken care of immediately. DataDoctor 2010 claims to be capable of speeding up your Operating System by deleting junk files and getting Windows registry back to normal. According to DataDoctor 2010 ads, your system problems are severe enough to be eliminated ASAP. Then, DataDoctor 2010 will display more alerts insisting on your installing its commercial copy which, of course, requires a fee to be paid before it can do anything ‘useful’. DataDoctor 2010 is not the program it pretends to be. It tricks you into believing your PC is at risk, and then floods your system with annoying recommendations to buy its licensed copy. Please disregard DataDoctor 2010 ads and keep yourself from following that program’s advice. DataDoctor 2010 wants nothing but your money, so do not even expect any services in return. DataDoctor 2010 must be removed once spotted otherwise it may render your system virtually useless. Please read the passage below for some helpful tips in terms of DataDoctor 2010 removal.
How to remove ErrorSweeper fake security program
10.11.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
ErrorSweeper (alias Error Sweeper) is a fake system optimization tool that promises its victims to fix all Operating System errors and arrange the System Registry in perfect order - but in fact does none of above. ErrorSweeper is distributed through dishonest advertising, misleading online ads and trojan viruses. Having landed onto the targeted computer, ErrorSweeper is very problematic to uninstall because it was programmed to get deeply embedded with the compromised system. When running, Error Sweeper displays a lot of false error detection reports and fabricated scan results in order to confuse the victims and make them actually believe they have tons of system trouble and security risks on their PCs. The free activity of ErrorSweeper goes no further than detecting fake system errors; when it comes to eliminating those ‘problems’, it becomes obvious that ErrorSweeper wants your money. ErrorSweeper should not be allowed to stay on your computer because it’s a potential system-disruptive application and usually deteriorates the PC performance by far. Whenever you come across ErrorSweeper, stay away from it and make sure to remove it ASAP if it’s on your machine already. Please stick to the following guide to secure your system from ErrorSweeper bad influence.
How to remove WindoFix fake security program
18.08.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
WindoFix (also known as Windo Fix) is a counterfeit security program that uses false positives to scare people into downloading its commercial software version. WindoFix gets distributed through WindoFix.com website and installs under deceptive pretences because it promises to optimize your registry, delete junk files and speed up your computer performance. Well, none of the above promises can be performed by WindoFix since it has been released to perform a somewhat different mission of spoofing people. When you launch WindoFix system scan, it will pretend to detect tons of system errors and other risks like invalid drivers, missing files and .dlls, etc. This is the way for WindoFix to act for making you think you need a system optimizer like itself to repair the detected issues. Most computer users who learn about so many system problems get worried and install the suggested software – and at that point, WindoFix demands the trustful victim to purchase its license and register the fraud product. Do not go following WindoFix prompts because they lead into nowhere. Unless you feel secure having a dangerous fake security program by your side, remove WindoFix scareware ASAP if gets located on your PC.
How to remove PC MightyMax 2009 fake security program
30.07.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
PC MightyMax 2009 (alias PC Mighty Max 2009 or PCMightyMax 2009) is a fake registry cleaner that gets distributed through dirty techniques. Actually, PC MightyMax 2009 is just a somewhat updated version of PC MightyMax which has caused lots of trouble to PC users all over the planet. Typically, PC MightyMax 2009 propagates via browser hijacking tactics that presuppose redirecting people’s online activities to Pcmightymax.net domain where PC MightyMax 2009 is persistently pushed as a tool that prevents PC misbehaviour and fixes Windows problems in the blink of an eye. The truth is - PC MightyMax 2009 is a fraudulent program that cannot possibly remedy one’s computer. PC Mighty Max 2009 has been released to provide great profits to its developers without actually providing any services to the unfortunate customers in return. On its website, PC MightyMax 2009 is claimed to enable free system diagnostics, after which you will find out that the PC has tons of registry errors and other bugs to be exterminated. Then, PC Mighty Max 2009 suggests registering its licensed software to fix the compromised computer. Please, do not get fooled around into purchasing software you don’t need and which, moreover, can ruin your OS if installed. If you happened to catch PC MightyMax 2009 related trojans that hijacked your browser, or if you are getting weird ads from PC MightyMax 2009, please stick to the removal tips listed in the guide below.
How to remove Contraviro fake security program
21.06.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
Contraviro is a counterfeit anti-spyware program emanating from the same group insecure applications as the infamous UnVirex. Sticking to the conventional principles of rogue anti-spywares functioning, Contraviro makes it on board a new host computer through security exploits or via insecure online downloads. In either case, it’s Trojans that “contribute” to successful installation of Contraviro unregistered version onto random computers. Having penetrated into a system or network, Contraviro will create a number of its own registry values in the System Registry thus stuffing it up to slow down the compromised computer considerably. When Contraviro is running, it will as well issue bogus scanners that pretend to check your machine for insecure activity and do report malicious applications in great numbers. However, the risks reported by Contraviro scanners and alerts are all either harmless and legitimate Windows entities or non-existent programs you needn’t fear. In any case, it’s strongly advised to ignore the detections claimed by Contraviro, or else you may end up paying for Contraviro licensed version which is a scam. One more trick about Contraviro is the fact that it tends to install a specific dll known as Layered Service Provider (LSP) in your system. FYI: LSP is a program that controls outbound traffic to secure your online activities. The bad thing is that deleting Contraviro rogue anti-spyware the wrong way is likely to uninstall the LSP as well, which will definitely result in loss of network access. So please stick to the removal guide below to remove the exotic-named rogue anti-spyware product called Contraviro and get your system back to normal.
How to remove Wind Optimizer fake security program
10.06.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
Wind Optimizer (aka WindOptimizer) is a fake optimization utility that promises to get one’s system in order but in fact only reports non-existent errors to scare the unsuspecting PC users. Junding by the essential characteristic features of Wind Optimizer, it refers to the same category of malwares as Personal Antivirus and General Antivirus rogue anti-spywares – which makes Wind Optimizer automatically a potentially invasive and system-disruptive application. If installed on your computer, Wind Optimizer will display absolutely exaggerated error detection reports. Wind Optimizer recommends removing junk files and thus optimizing the performance of your system. Too bad Wind Optimizer GUI doesn’t say the detected bugs are imaginary or completely harmless files which in no way deteriorate the system parameters and the processing capacity. In the meanwhile, Wind Optimizer will gradually make your computer slower as it proceeds in your system because it consumes much of the CPU resources when running. Additionally, Wind Optimizer will weaken your system protective shield and make the computer exposed to the disruptive impact of the outer threats. It’s strongly recommended to remove Wind Optimizer if you find it installed on your PC.
How to remove VSCodec PRO fake security program
28.05.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
VSCodec PRO (aka VS Codec PRO) is corrupt software that aims to encourage people to purchase its licensed version. VSCodec PRO is marketed as media optimization program (video codec) that allegedly improves the quality of multimedia which is played on one’s computer. However, the truth about VSCodec PRO is that it’s a fake codec that tends to apply dirty tactics to promote itself onto potential host computers. VSCodec PRO is distributed through trojans that, once on a target PC, display bogus notifications stating media system on your PC is corrupt and advising to update your video codec as soon as possible to handle the problems. Clicking on those fake alerts will redirect you to Vscodec-pro.com website that hosts VSCodec PRO scareware. Just like any other counterfeit security software, VSCodec PRO uses intimidating and brainwashing techniques to spoof people into installing and purchasing its licensed version. Do not get tricked this way and refrain from downloading any programs on Vscodec-pro.com – it’s a fraudulent website and should not be trusted, neither should the promoted software. VSCodec PRO rotation is a purely commercial project with malicious after-taste. Please, do not get tricked by VSCodec PRO and abstain from letting it into your system. If you have come across any strange pop-ups recommending you to update your video codec and redirecting you to unwanted websites, make sure you check your system for VSCodec PRO trialware which is probably concealing itself inside your system. If detected, VSCodec PRO must be immediately removed from your computer.
How to remove System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor fake security program
24.05.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor (aka System Cleaner) is an infamous fake security product that has been rapidly spreading throughout the online world lately. System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor is marketed as a “2 in 1” solution that claims to protect one’s privacy and secure the internet activities; and, on the other hand, also servers as a system optimization tool that prevents HDD crashes and diagnoses the hardware. Too bad none of the above alleged capabilities of System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor is true. System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor propagates mainly via browser-hijacking techniques, i.e. it uses trojan viruses to redirect people’s web-surfing to its numerous affiliate websites that recommend purchasing the program. System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor is currently using the following malicious websites to get promoted: advanced-anti-virus.com, advanced-antivirus.com, antimalwarewarrior2009.com, antispyware-solutions.com, antiviral-softtools.com, antivirus-buy1.com, antivirus-cs1.com, antivirus-research-lab.com, antivirusmaster2009.com. Please, avoid the above websites and check your system for browser-hijackers if you hit one of them at least once. When installed and active, System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor will usually use fabricated scanners and fake alerts to tell you how affected your computer is. As a way to resolve these “detected” issues, System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor will offer its “licensed” version which demands payment; and that’s exactly what the program is about – to spoof people into wasting their money for purchasing the worthless commercial version of System Cleaner and Hardware Doctor. Please, refrain from installing that program and check your system for its presence if you suspect to be having it on board.
How to remove HeroCodec malware
02.05.2009 | Malware Type: Fake Security Programs
Malware Description:
HeroCodec (aka Hero Codec) is a fake utility that claims you need its commercial version to optimize and upgrade your PC’s media capabilities. Just like its forerunner called PC Codec Pack, HeroCodec usually gets on board through trojans that sneak inside without your knowledge and then influence some system-related processes. Installed through the above-mentioned trojans, HeroCodec trialware will display popup alerts or system tray messages when you try to open some media files. These notifications will state that you need HeroCodec licensed version to be able to view and listen to multimedia. It’s critical to realize that these pop-ups are fabricated and just perform an auxiliary function with regard to the entire misleading strategy of HeroCodec scam. You should refrain from downloading the suggested tool (i.e. HeroCodec full version) because doing so will turn out just a waste of your money. Nor will HeroCodec be able to optimize any media options on your computer – it’s fake software, so it cannot possibly do what it promises. Besides, the presence of HeroCodec unregistered version on your PC is a sign of trojan infection, so you are strongly recommended to check your system for malicious applications and remove all detections.
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