By Jim
Updated on Wednesday, March 24th, 2010
Let’s say your happily browsing the Internet and all of a sudden a window pops up and says that a system scan revealed that your computer is infected with some sort of spyware. Furthermore, you are redirected to a webpage that asks you to get the “full” version of the antivirus app that showed you that system alert. What’s weird though is you don’t recall installing that piece of software.
This is the method used by XP Smart Security 2010 to spread itself. It silently installs itself and a host of other malware into your computer, slowly compromising your system until they get what they want. It’s a miracle that you caught on its operation this early on since you still have time to fix it.
If you just ignored it and went on your merry way browsing and downloading as you like, you might have gotten into more trouble. Some of the side effects of having this rogue anti-spyware on your computer are sluggish performance, corruption of the system registry, slow internet connectivity and frequent hang-ups of your computer. Not only that, hackers might try to steal your personal information like your business account number, electronic bank statements and ATM pin codes. They also can turn your system into part of a botnet and use it as a gateway for illegal activities.
To get rid of this annoying and risky malware, see our steps below.
Symptoms Of Infection
- Your computer is acting slow. XP Smart Security 2010 slows down your system significantly. This includes starting up, shutting down, playing games, and surfing the web.
- You are getting pestered with pop ups. XP Smart Security 2010 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 XP Smart Security 2010 infection.
Dangers Of Infection
Viruses like XP Smart Security 2010 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 XP Smart Security 2010 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 XP Smart Security 2010 Processes
Delete XP Smart Security 2010 Files
Remove XP Smart Security 2010 Registry Files
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\secfile\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “av.exe” /START “%1? %*
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “av.exe” /START “%1? %*
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\secfile\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “av.exe” /START “%1? %*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “av.exe” /START “firefox.exe”
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell\safemode\command “(Default)” = “av.exe” /START “firefox.exe” -safe-mode
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\IEXPLORE.EXE\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “av.exe” /START “iexplore.exe”
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Security Center “AntiVirusOverride” = “1?
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Security Center “FirewallOverride” = “1?
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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. If this doesn’t work try renaming the Spyware Doctor EXE file.
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