By Jim
Updated on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
You certainly wouldn’t want a scareware like Antivirus Soft running in your computer system. This fake anti-spyware program is nothing more than a lowly scam. After being downloaded via treacherous trojans from fake online scanners or malicious online freebies like video codecs or Flashplayer updates, Antivirus Soft will take control of various parts of your system.
Expect this wily malware to invade your Windows system registry and create random files in the system folders. All this is done in preparation for its more elaborate gimmicks like pop-up alerts and system scans – all of which are fake, of course. You can even expect some of your programs to freeze and your browsers (especially Internet Explorer) to display warnings that you just visited a malicious site.
Again, all of these are just manifestations of a Antivirus Soft infection. Its ultimate objective is to trick you into purchasing a “full version” which it alleges to impart “maximum protection”. Naturally, this is not true. Purchasing the so-called “full version” will even leave you vulnerable to identity thieves after you reveal your credit card information.
Take immediate action if you notice the presence of Antivirus Soft in your system. The steps to manually removing it is tedious but it’s definitely better than having Antivirus Soft running in your computer.
Symptoms Of Infection
- Your computer is acting slow. Antivirus Soft slow down your system significantly. This includes starting up, shutting down, playing games, and surfing the web.
- You are getting pestered with pop ups. Antivirus Soft infects your registry and uses it to launch annoying pop up ads out of nowhere.
- Searches are redirected or your homepage and desktop are settings are changed. This is a symptom of a very serious Antivirus Soft infection.
Dangers Of Infection
Viruses like Antivirus Soft will infect your registry and other important system files. If the infection is not treated it can cause a complete collapse of your system.
Some Antivirus Soft infections contain spyware and keyloggers which can be used to record sensitive data like passwords, credit card, bank account, and social security numbers. The longer you allow the infection to fester, the greater the chance of identity fraud.
How To Remove Infection Manually
Uninstall Antivirus Soft Processes
Delete Antivirus Soft Files
%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\[random characters]\[randomcharacters]sysguard.exe
Remove Antivirus Soft Registry Files
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “[random characters]”
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Attachments “SaveZoneInformation” = “1″
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings “ProxyServer” = “http=127.0.0.1:5555″
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Associations “LowRiskFileTypes” = “.exe”
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Download “RunInvalidSignatures” = “1″
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings “ProxyOverride” = “”
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\AvScan
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Warning! If Spyware Doctor is blocked by the virus then run your system in safe mode and try again. To do this reboot your system and tap F8 repeatedly as your computer starts up. Then run Spyware Doctor as normal.
Posted under Fake Antispyware | 9 Comments
Posted by kaka135 on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
I didn't know when we installed "Antivirus software", and it may cause our computers have more problems. This post is really helpful, I even learnt how to remove the infection manually from here, which I didn't know about this. I have checked the installed programs in my computer, luckily I don't have this software installed, and I will definitely take note on this, so that I will not bring the scareware to my computer.
Thank you for sharing such a good information.
Posted by ballab on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
thanks soo much, you are a life saver. the "how to remove the virus manually" is really cool, now my computer is quite faster. thanks alot
Posted by Gary Bugtong on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
I was a victim too of this Scam and it has given me tremendous headache because it affected my job performances. Your program of eradicating this annoying fake antivirus will definitely ease down some of its other victims. Keep up the good work and pls continue doing a great job.
Posted by dextro123 on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
Great, I never know that remove the virus manually from our computer is safer than and a lot more advantaging our computer. thanks, it speed up mine!
Posted by incomeanda on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
I've installed Symantec AntiVirus on my computer, but did not detect any spyware. antivirus soft it is a very dangerous spyware. when I installed this program, I was already beginning to suspect the program. when I would uninstall using your uninstaller, but always failed. this software really helped me in the remove antivirus soft. thanks
Posted by wallpapermaster on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
We installed antivirus program to protect our data, but now I know that the program can make new problem for us.
Great tips, I'm sure my computer can run faster now.
Posted by Gary Bugtong on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
I just can't help to say that finally, I will get rid of this annoying scam that destroys our computer system. Thanks again for your very rewarding program..
Posted by Iwan on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
a very interesting article, I myself do not know if the antivirus soft can be dangerous. I know after installing antivirus soft, the computer is slow and a lot of problems. Thanks for the information.
Posted by Wanda on Thursday, February 18th, 2010
Thanks so much…I knew it was a scam. Just didn't know how to get if off my computer. Kept sending me to porn sites and the only way I got it off was with firefox.