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How to remove Win Defender 2009?

What is Win Defender 2009?

WinDefender 2009 is a new version of WinDefender 2008 malware. The name of this fraud sounds similar to the well know Windows Defender antispyware and this fact helps WinDefender to trick people. Don’t fall for this strategy: Win Defender 2009 is not related to Windows operating systems nor it has something to do with Microsoft Corp.

WinDefender2009 is distributed by trojans. The trojans load system tray alerts that warn people about remote attacks or infections detected. If user clicks on such a pop-up, he is redirected to one of several fraudulent websites that sell copies of WinDefender 2009.  If user downloads WinDefender2009, he receives even more pop-ups and demands to purchase full version of Win Defender 2009. The full version is just a lure as it doesn’t even exist.

WinDefender 2009 may seem to be legitimate application because it mimics computer scan and reports infections. However, these actions are only imitation of a functional anti-spyware. Ironically, it only locates the trojans that promote Win Defender 2009.

Do not waste your money and time for WinDefender 2009. It is a scam and it should be removed as soon as possible. Block win-defender.com using your HOSTS file.


Win Defender 2009 is Extremely dangerous

arrow Win Defender 2009 is a corrupt Anti-Spyware program
arrow Win Defender 2009 may spread via Trojans
arrow Win Defender 2009 may display fake security messages
arrow Win Defender 2009 may install additional spyware to your computer
arrow Win Defender 2009 may repair its files, spread or update by itself
arrow Win Defender 2009 violates your privacy and compromises your security

Manual Win Defender 2009 removal


Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove Win Defender 2009, 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.

Stop these Win Defender 2009 processes:
Remove these Win Defender 2009 Registry Entries:
Remove these Win Defender 2009 files:

Win Defender 2009 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 Win Defender 2009 can help you to remove it after you download the trial version. As soon as the victim downloads Win Defender 2009 trial version, it pretends to scan your computer and shows a grossly exaggerated amount of non-existent errors. Then, Win Defender 2009 offers to buy the full version to fix these false errors. If the user agrees, Win Defender 2009 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 Win Defender 2009, 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 Win Defender 2009, which is another way for Rogue Anti-Spyware to spread itself.

Most of rogue Anti-Spyware, such as Win Defender 2009, is nearly impossible to remove manually.


How to tell if your PC has been infected by a Rogue Anti-Spyware such as Win Defender 2009?

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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  1. December 29th, 2008 at 15:57 | #1

    win defender is like virus i hate i install the free version and i can access my files

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