Windows Internet Watchdog Removal

Windows Internet Watchdog is a rogue program that comes from the Rogue.FakeVimes family of computer viruses. This program is not a real antivirus software but pretends like it is, simultaneously infecting your computer and asking for payment in order to remove it. Don’t trust it! Windows Internet Watchdog will display fake scan results and false security warning and attempt to scare you into purchasing it. The virus can also steal sensitive data from your computer. Remove it immediately.

Remove Windows Internet Watchdog AUTOMATICALLY

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Virus Removal Instructions Using Safe Mode

1. Reboot computer in safe mode.

2. To do this, when computer restarts, tap F8 at startup.

3. Select Safe Mode With Networking.

4. When computer is done booting, open command box.

5. Press “Windows” and “R” keys to do this.

6. Type this into command box: iexplore spyware-fix.net/download

7. Install software and run a scan on your computer.

8. Register software and remove all viruses.

9. If you have any problems call 1-855-682-1216

Symptoms Of Infection

Your computer is acting slow. Windows Internet Watchdog slows down your system significantly. This includes starting up, shutting down, playing games, and surfing the web.
You are getting pestered with pop ups. Windows Internet Watchdog 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 Windows Internet Watchdog infection.

Dangers Of Infection

Viruses like Windows Internet Watchdog 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 Windows Internet Watchdog 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 Windows Internet Watchdog Processes

[random].exe

Delete Windows Internet Watchdog Files

%AppData%\svc-<random>.exe
%AppData%\data.sec
%AppData%\reg.dat
%UserProfile%\Desktop\Windows Internet Watchdog.lnk
%AllUsersProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\Windows Internet Watchdog.lnk

Remove Windows Internet Watchdog Registry Files

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “MS-SEC” = %AppData%\svc-<random>.exe
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “ZSFT” = %AppData%\svc-<random>.exe
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “S_SC” = %AppData%\svc-<random>.exe
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “ctfmon” = %AppData%\svc-<random>.exe
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run “SD-986-001″ = %AppData%\svc-<random>.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MpCmdRun.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MpUXSrv.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\MSASCui.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msconfig.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msmpeng.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msseces.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\k9filter.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\bckd “ImagePath” = 22.sys
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Associations “LowRiskFileTypes” = “.zip;.rar;.nfo;.txt;.exe;.bat;.com;.cmd;.reg;.msi;.htm;.html;.gif;.bmp;.jpg;.avi;.mpg;.mpeg;.mov;.mp3;.m3u;.wav;”
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Attachments “SaveZoneInformation” = 1
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon “Shell” = “%AppData%\svc-<random>.exe”
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system “ConsentPromptBehaviorAdmin” = 0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system “ConsentPromptBehaviorUser” = 0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system “EnableLUA” = 0
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system “EnableVirtualization” = 0