How to remove Antivirus?
What is Antivirus?
Antivirus is a fake security program which is designed to start its activities once after being installed. Just like Defense Center or Protection Center, this program automatically scans the computer for viruses each time Windows are logged in. It must be added that before imitating doing this, Antivirus creates fake files in the system and later after checking detects them as infections.
Antivirus usually reports about hundreds of Trojans, worms and other spyware and tries to scare unaware PC users in that way. Additionally, the program promotes its “licensed” version and asks paying the money for its removal services which are known to be useless. The promotion also consists of hijacking the Internet Explorer of the PC and redirecting the user into some malicious websites where this rogue anti-spyware can be easily downloaded. PC slows down and Windows Security Center is replaced by this scam.
All the PC users should obviously see that Antivirus is a useless application. Don’t agree spend your money for this rogue antispyware because it won’t increase your PC protection. It is highly recommended uninstall Antivirus immediately after detetction.
UPDATE! A new version with a new appearance has been noticed recently! This variant of Antivirus (also called as AnVi) scam was made to look very similar to legitimate security program called Nod32. Antivirus poses to scan computers for malware and also shows alerts to make users pay their money for it.
This malicious program is also known to use the Pragma TDSS infection. Categorized as rootkit, Pragma TDSS hides on OS and makes it difficult for the user to visit legitimate security web-sites. This rootkit terminates legitimate antivirus programs as well and displays such alerts when people launch them:
Uncertified {antivirus name} antivirus software detected on your computer. You need to remove
{antivirus name} software for correct operation of the Antivirus.
Attention: If you don`t remove {antivirus name} software, the performance of your computer will
dramatically degrade.
Press “OK” to remove the {antivirus name}Warning! Keylogger detected!
Keylogger activity detected on your PC!
PDM.Keylogger activity has been detected. Process is trying to redirect keyboard input. Your passwords and other private information are at risk. Please click the button below to block and remove this threat now.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.It is highly recommended to remove this threat from your PC.
You are using a trial version. It is recommended to purchase a commercial version.Most of the viruses and worms on your PC because of visiting pornosites or warez/torrent sites.
Dangerous! Antivirus detected some harmful programs on your PC! Tthey may corrupt your information or send it to hackers. Please, OPTIMIZE YOUR PC. IT RUN ONLY 10%.
Warning! Network Attack Detected!
Your computer is being attacked from a remote PC.
Attack from <ip address>
Process is trying to steal your passwords listed below. It is highly recommended to block this threat now.Antivirus alert – Critical Threat Detected
Warning: Network attack detected
Network attach has been detected. Process is attempting to access your private data.Unauthorized person tries to steal your passwords and private information. Click on the message to prevent identity theft.
User’s activity loggers detected!
It’s strongly recommended to remove detected threats right now!
You are using a trial version.
It is recommended to purchase a commercial version.Danger!
Harmful viruses detected on your computer. This malicious software may harm your computer. Click on the message to ensure the protection of your computer.
Please, don’t believe all these messages displayed out of nowhere. The only thing you need to do is to remove Antivirus just after its appearance on your PC.
Antivirus is Extremely dangerous
Antivirus is a corrupt Anti-Spyware program Antivirus may spread via Trojans Antivirus may display fake security messages Antivirus may install additional spyware to your computer Antivirus may repair its files, spread or update by itself Antivirus violates your privacy and compromises your security
for Antivirus detection
Note: Spyware Doctor trial provides detection of parasite like Antivirus and assists in its removal for free. You can remove detected files, processes and registry entries yourself or purchase a full version.
Antivirus screenshots
Manual Antivirus removal
Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove 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 using Spyware Doctor or other malware and spyware removal applications found on 2-viruses.com.
Stop these Antivirus processes:
Disable these Antivirus DLL files::
Remove these Antivirus Registry Entries:
Remove these Antivirus files:
It is impossible to list all file names and locations of modern parasites. You can identify remaining parasites, other Antivirus infected files and get help in Antivirus removal by using free Spyware Doctor scanner. It comes with free real-time protection module that helps preventing Antivirus and similar threats.
Antivirus is classified as Rogue Anti-Spyware. After infecting a user’s system, it proceeds to scare its victim into buying the “product” by displaying fake security messages, stating that your computer is infected with spyware and only Antivirus can help you to remove it after you download the trial version. As soon as the victim downloads Antivirus trial version, it pretends to scan your computer and shows a grossly exaggerated amount of non-existent errors. Then, Antivirus offers to buy the full version to fix these false errors. If the user agrees, Antivirus does not only fix the errors, but it also takes the user’s money and may even install additional spyware into the victim’s computer.
Some Rogue Anti-Spyware, such as Antivirus, 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. It then proceeds to download or even install Antivirus, which is another way for Rogue Anti-Spyware to spread itself.
Most of rogue Anti-Spyware, such as Antivirus, is nearly impossible to remove manually.
I been trying to get information so I can get this anti virus plus out of my computer cause is not working it keep blocking my internet if I use it at any time