How to remove VirusProtect Pro ?

July 4th, 2007
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What is VirusProtect Pro?

Virus Protect Pro is a new (July 2007) rogue anti-spyware tool that you want to keep away from your PC for sure. Well, more like new name for old things, as it is very similar to Spylocked and Spydawn. A new name was used to trick users into spending money for a thing, harmful for their PC. We have got some of our users complaining about popups asking to purchase full version of this crap without ever installing it in first place. Although the origin of software is not clear, Zlob is the culprit or such problems usually.

To avoid problems, stay away from this software! We provide instructions on how to remove it from your PC. The domains related to this parasite are virusprotectpro.com (85.255.117.205) and virusprotectpro.biz. Be sure to block these domains using your HOSTS file for maximum security. Also, avoid installing "free" codecs from low reputation sites.

Last removal instructions update: August 28th, 2007

VirusProtect Pro is Extremely dangerous

arrow VirusProtect Pro is a corrupt Anti-Spyware program
arrow VirusProtect Pro may spread via Trojans
arrow VirusProtect Pro may display fake security messages
arrow VirusProtect Pro may install additional spyware to your computer
arrow VirusProtect Pro may repair its files, spread or update by itself
arrow VirusProtect Pro violates your privacy and compromises your security
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Manual VirusProtect Pro removal


Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove VirusProtect Pro, 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.

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

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


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

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.

6 Responses to “VirusProtect Pro”

  1. Shawn Kennedy Says:
    July 26th, 2007 at 3:11 am These people should spend 20 years in jail for malicious invasion of privacy.
  2. al Says:
    August 5th, 2007 at 1:00 am How do you get rid of the icon on the bottom right of the screen. Everytime you click on it it goes to their website. It is blinking. Thanks
  3. Loes Says:
    September 2nd, 2007 at 8:23 pm I have the same problem. How do I get rid of this icon on the bottom right of the screen, which is blinking and changing from a questioning mark to a cross and back? Since I’ve got this I also have these iritating advertisements popping into the window every time! I can’t focus on my homework like this.. and surfing on the internet is a problem as well. It took me one hour to get on this page. Please help me.. :(
  4. John Says:
    September 3rd, 2007 at 6:56 pm al, for the systray icon is responsible this file: (YOUR WINDOWS DIRECTORY)\system32\muvdjo.dll just get rid of it and the corresponding registry entry (look for 46f5a8b0-0b73-48c5-9e40-3c443a43c161 CLSID).
  5. Ekhart Reimer Says:
    April 1st, 2008 at 2:55 pm Dear Spy Doctor, thank you so much of getting these “criminals” off my PC. They confuse the whole setup and are relentlessy recurring. My question: Did you remove the Japanese writing symbols? I need them, since I can read (badly) Japanese. For the rest I don’t care. Thank you again. Kind regards, Ekhart Reimer
  6. Irvine Says:
    June 16th, 2008 at 8:37 am I also have a very big problem.There is alarge sign on my computer with words “YOUR PRIVACY IS IN DANGER DOWN LOAD PRIVACY PROTECTION SOFTWARE NOW” AND THE COLOUR OF THE SCREEN HAS BEEN CHANGED TO RED.ICANT GO TO CONTROL PANEL.Please help me.

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