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How to remove AV AntiSpyware?

April 20th, 2009

What is AV AntiSpyware?

AV AntiSpyware is yet another rogue anti-spyware program, and an obvious one at that (calling your anti-virus/anti-spyware program “Antivirus Antispyware” is a little misguided). This parasite uses the Zlob trojan, which is usually camouflaged as a video codec online, to enter the system. The point of this rogue scam, like any other’s, is to trick the user into purchasing AV AntiSpyware’s “full version” by feeding him misleading information.

Upon entering the system, AV AntiSpyware begins it’s campaign of deception by flooding the user with popups and fake system notifications, all claiming that his system is infected and urging him to purchase the AV AntiSpyware software to take care of the problem. Another instrument AV AntiSpyware uses are fake system scans, which return falsified reports and browser hijacking. As if that’s not enough, AV AntiSpyware will also significantly decrease system performance.

AV AntiSpyware is a scam and should be treated as such: do NOT download or buy it and block it’s homepage using your HOSTS file.


AV AntiSpyware is Extremely dangerous

arrow AV AntiSpyware is a corrupt Anti-Spyware program
arrow AV AntiSpyware may spread via Trojans
arrow AV AntiSpyware may display fake security messages
arrow AV AntiSpyware may install additional spyware to your computer
arrow AV AntiSpyware may repair its files, spread or update by itself
arrow AV AntiSpyware violates your privacy and compromises your security
Download Spyhunter
for AV AntiSpyware detection

Note: Spyhunter trial provides detection of parasite like AV AntiSpyware and assists in its removal for free. You can remove detected files, processes and registry entries yourself or purchase a full version.



AV AntiSpyware screenshots


AV AntiSpyware screenshot

Manual AV AntiSpyware removal


Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove AV AntiSpyware, 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 Spyhunter or other malware and spyware removal applications found on 2-viruses.com.
Stop these AV AntiSpyware processes:
Remove these AV AntiSpyware Registry Entries:
Remove these AV AntiSpyware files:
It is impossible to list all file names and locations of modern parasites. You can identify remaining parasites, other AV AntiSpyware infected files and get help in AV AntiSpyware removal by using free Spyhunter scanner. It comes with free real-time protection module that helps preventing AV AntiSpyware and similar threats.

AV AntiSpyware 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 AV AntiSpyware can help you to remove it after you download the trial version. As soon as the victim downloads AV AntiSpyware trial version, it pretends to scan your computer and shows a grossly exaggerated amount of non-existent errors. Then, AV AntiSpyware offers to buy the full version to fix these false errors. If the user agrees, AV AntiSpyware 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 AV AntiSpyware, 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 AV AntiSpyware, which is another way for Rogue Anti-Spyware to spread itself.

Most of rogue Anti-Spyware, such as AV AntiSpyware, is nearly impossible to remove manually.


How to tell if your PC has been infected by a Rogue Anti-Spyware such as AV AntiSpyware?

Numerous undesirable and annoying pop-ups: A typical Rogue Anti-Spyware parasite keeps track of your internet browsing habits, sending your browsing history data to remote servers, owned by third party companies that use this information to advertise their products via numerous pop-ups, toolbars, hijacked homepages and spam letters. All these undesirable advertising methods are used on the victims of Rogue Anti-Spyware.
Changed or new icons: Sometimes, Rogue Anti-Spyware installs unwanted software to a victim’s PC without user’s knowledge and consent. This may lead to slower PC performance and stability, as well as more unwanted programs you can't remove.

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