How to remove PC Codec Pack?
What is PC Codec Pack?
PC Codec Pack is yet another one in a row of fake codec packs. The popularity of this kind of scam isn’t too strange, since many people are quite oblivious to the use of codecs. This parasite usually relies on the Zlob trojan to enter the system, ironically, this trojan is usually disguised as a Video ActiveX codec. PC Codec Pack uses disinformation to trick the user into purchasing it’s “full version”.
Once inside and active, PC Codec Pack will begin displaying popups, claiming the user requires the the codec pack to view certain media, which is completely false information – codec packs, which allow to play pretty much any video format there is, are widely available on the net.
PC Codec Pack is a scam and should be treated as such: do NOT download or buy it and block it’s homepage using your HOSTS file.
PC Codec Pack is Highly dangerous
PC Codec Pack is a corrupt application PC Codec Pack may spread via Trojans PC Codec Pack asks to pay for non-functional "full version" PC Codec Pack may display fake messages warning about computer problems PC Codec Pack may install additional spyware to your computer PC Codec Pack may repair its files, spread or update by itself PC Codec Pack violates your privacy and compromises your security
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Manual PC Codec Pack removal
Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove PC Codec Pack, 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 using automatic spyware removal applications found on 2-viruses.com.
PC Codec Pack is classified as Rogue Application. After infecting a user’s system, it proceeds to scare its victim into buying the “product” by displaying fake messages, stating that your computer need particular components, or need to be fixed or has other serious problem that needs only PC Codec Pack can help you to solve these after you download the trial version. As soon as the victim downloads PC Codec Pack trial version, it offers to buy the full version to fix these false errors. If the user agrees, PC Codec Pack not only does not fix the errors, but it takes the user’s money and may even install additional spyware into the victim’s computer.
Some Rogue Applications, such as PC Codec Pack, may offer users to buy it after the victim clicks on a banner or a pop-up while surfing the internet. Usually, a Trojan is installed to a victim’s computer after clicking on the advertisement, or comes bundled with various freely shiped programs like codecs. It then proceeds to download or even install PC Codec Pack, which is another way for Rogue application to spread itself.
