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Archive for May, 2007

AdwarePunisher

May 18th, 2007
AdwarePunisher is another form of Spylocked and SpySoldier. It is a rogue anti-spyware parasite that sneaks into a victim's computer after a Trojan-caused backdoor creation. AdwarePunisher starts displaying unsolicited popup advertisements and imaginary security risk messages, then offers the victim to purchase the "product" to protect the system from further intrusions. However, AdwarePunisher does not [...] Read more on AdwarePunisher removal instructions

Rogue Anti-Spyware

SpywareStrike

May 18th, 2007
SpywareStrike pretends to be an anti-spyware program, but in fact it is an application with the aim to bring the user into buying the SpywareStrike software. In order to achieve this, SpywareStrike starts generate pop-ups with fake notifications about spyware on your computer. SpywareStrike does not only fake security warnings. It can also disable particular essential Windows components. Read more on Stop SpywareStrike from harming your PC

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BraveSentry

May 17th, 2007
BraveSentry fakealerts is a trojan that influences the behavior of the computer – it hijacks the web browser and mostly shows notification with fake information that the computer is infected with spyware. Once you click on the message, the Trojan directs you to the BraveSentry  website, which is a corrupt spyware removal tool. The software [...] Read more on How to remove BraveSentry?

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PestCapture

May 17th, 2007
PestCapture is one of the infamous SpyLocked and SpyCrush clones. It is a fake anti-spyware application, designed to make users buy the parasite with the help of scare tactics. PestCapture usually sneaks into the system via backdoors created by trojans such as Zlob. Read more on How to remove PestCapture?

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SpywareLocked

May 17th, 2007
SpywareLocked is a parasite that has further evolved form of SpyLocked, and is a variation that notorious rogue anti-spyware program. This corrupt anti-spyware program tells you that your computer is infected with spyware (that is mostly not the case) by showing fake system alert messages, and tries to force you to buy, download and [...] Read more on SpywareLocked removal guide

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SpyLocked

May 17th, 2007
SpyLocked is one of most notorious rogue anti-spyware programs on the internet, infamous for its numerous system infections and  enormous difficulties of removal attempts. The parasite creeps into your computer with the help of Trojans, such as Zlob, Trojan.Emcodec.B  and others. Made by the creators of SpyDawn and VirusBurst, SpyLocked tries to make you purchase [...] Read more on How to remove SpyLocked?

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SpyLocker

May 17th, 2007
SpyLocker is an infamous rogue anti-spyware parasite that infects your system with the help of Zlob, one of the malicious Trojan parasites, which is a specialized fake antispyware spreading tool. Recognized as one of the most dangerous malware threats, SpyLocker is very difficult to remove, and it has been reported that in some cases it [...] Read more on SpyLocker removal instructions

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SpyHeal

May 16th, 2007
SpyHeal is another false anti-spyware parasite that may infect your system via Internet Explorer security vulnerabilities. As usual, you will be fed with false and exaggerated security warnings and pop-ups. Then, you will be offered to buy SpyHeal, which is will not protect your PC, but spread other malware instead. Read more on Stop SpyHeal from harming your PC

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SpySheriff

May 15th, 2007
SpySheriff is a misleading anti-spyware application for the Windows platform. Known test versions of this software use vast volume in virtual memory, thus impairing the system performance. After infection, SpySheriff gives exaggerated reports about potential risks on a user’s computer. The imaginary risks can be removed with a registered version of the software; this [...] Read more on SpySheriff removal instructions

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Newdotnet

May 15th, 2007
Newdotnet is one of the browser hijackers that redirect the victim to false search sites. Also, Newdotnet extends your browser site viewing capabilities for their commercial sites, which are otherwise not possible to view. Overall, Newdotnet is a dangerous parasite that can severely damage your web browsing capabilities. Read more on Newdotnet removal instructions

Browser Hijacker

PerfectCleaner

May 15th, 2007
PerfectCleaner is false anti-spyware, released by the manufacturer who also made a similar program  SystemStable. It may be downloaded and installed by nefarious mechanisms, although it’s usually done by Trojans through browser security exploits. PerfectCleaner will start showing false security alerts. When you click on that link, you are redirected to PerfectCleaner homepage where you [...] Read more on PerfectCleaner removal instructions

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Accute Case

May 14th, 2007
Accute Case is a parasitic browser helper object that presents itself as a browser speed improver, but actually is a malicious adware program. Accute Case will display numerous pop-up ads once it infects your system and will hijack your homepage. This malicious browser helper object may also steal your personal information and redirect you to [...] Read more on Stop Accute Case from harming your PC

Browser Helper Object

Ultimate Fixer 2007

May 14th, 2007
Ultimate Fixer 2007 is a rogue anti-spyware parasite that tries to scare you to buy it as soon as it infects your computer. You will get fake computer security warnings showing that your system is infected with spyware and that your need to purchase Ultimate Fixer 2007 in order to fix these threats. In truth, [...] Read more on Ultimate Fixer 2007 removal instructions

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AntispywareSoldier

May 13th, 2007
AntispywareSoldier is a fake anti-spyware parasite and a clone of SpySoldier. This threat gets into the system with the help of certain trojans and starts to generate numerous pup-up advertisements and fake security messages, indicating that your computer has been damaged bys spyware and you need to buy AntispywareSoldier version in order to get rid [...] Read more on How to remove AntispywareSoldier?

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HotBar

May 11th, 2007
HotBar is an adware Browser Helper Object for the Internet Explorer browser. The main function of HotBar is to enable skin changing for your browser, but these skins feature adware banners once they are on display. HotBar banners are also smart, which means that they will adjust to your browsing habits and display advertisements accordingly. [...] Read more on Stop HotBar from harming your PC

Browser Helper Object