Windows Abnormality Checker is one of the many bogus security programs belonging to this extensive group of malware. While this malware family has been around since 2009, ESG security researchers have grown concerned about malware in this family released in 2012. It seems that the most recent versions of malware in the FakeVimes group of bogus security software includes a harmful rootkit infection that can be quite difficult to remove. This rootkit has been identified as a variant of the ZeroAccess, or Sirefef rootkit. This makes Windows Abnormality Checker and its clones considerably more difficult to remove than previous iterations of the FakeVimes family of malware. Known clones of Windows Abnormality Checker include such fake security programs as
ESG PC security analysts have been tracking the FakeVimes family of fake security software since its first appearance in 2009. Since then, this family of malware has been updated regularly with new members being released on a gradual basis. Windows Sleek Performance is one of the many rogue anti-malware programs in the FakeVimes family; this fake security program belongs to a batch of rogue security software that was released in 2012. This is significant because ESG malware analysts has received reports of particularly vicious FakeVimes malware programs released in 2012 that use some version of the ZeroAccess rootkit as part of their attack. Examples of other malware in the FakeVimes family released in 2012 include such fake security programs as
Windows Advanced User Patch masquerades as a real security program, but, in fact, Windows Advanced User Patch is a scam and not capable of doing the duties of a spyware removal tool. Windows Advanced User Patch is a fake anti-spyware program and will only appear to look legitimate to lure PC users into spending money. Windows Advanced User Patch is a variation of previously reported bogus anti-spyware program such as Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Daily Advisor, just to name a few. Like several other rogue anti-spyware programs, Windows Advanced User Patch infiltrates a computer through the use of Trojans. Trojans…
Smart Fortress 2012 is a fake anti-spyware scanner and a component of a huge family of rogue security applications. These kinds of fake security programs are designed to display messages claiming that the victim’s computer system is infected in an attempt to convince inexperienced computer users to purchase a useless ‘full version’ of Smart Fortress 2012. Since Smart Fortress 2012 has absolutely no way of detecting or removing malware, ESG security researchers strongly advise against taking any of Smart Fortress 2012’s claims seriously. ESG malware analysts recommend using a reliable anti-malware application to kick Smart Fortress 2012 out of your computer system. There are various clones of Smart Fortress 2012, including programs like Smart Protection 2012 and
Smart HDD is a bogus defragmenter that has been around for a long time. ESG security analysts have uncovered dozens of clones of Smart HDD, including HDD Rescue, Smart Defragmenter and Smart Repair. Smart HDD is part of a scam that is not particularly sophisticated. At its core, rogue defragmenters are all practically the same in the way they attempt to scam their victims. Typically, Smart HDD will display numerous pop-up windows and error messages claiming that the victim’s hard drive is failing. Then, it will refuse to repair these supposed problems unless the victim ‘registers’ Smart HDD. However, ESG analysts have detected that Smart HDD has absolutely no real defragmenting or system optimization capabilities. Because of this, you should absolutely not pay for…
Trojan zeroaccess!inf2 is a Trojan that points to items collected on the compromised PC in a stealthy directory that is controlled by ZeroAccess rootkit. Similarly to ZeroAccess rootkit, Trojan zeroaccess!inf2 is very hard to find and uninstall from the affected computer by many anti-virus software. Trojan zeroaccess!inf2 mostly aims at Windows computers. Trojan zeroaccess!inf2 uses system vulnerabilities of the computer for dropping its components and corrupting other files. After all, suspending the detection crashes Windows without the option of making system restore. Get rid of Trojan zeroaccess!inf2 to keep your PC safe and clean….
Trojan Horse Hider.MPR is a Trojan that can access the compromised PC hidden as a valuable software program, for instance, computer system and codec application. Trojan Horse Hider.MPR is used to disguise other harmful components, but, at first, hides its own entries so that they cannot be easily found and eliminated. Trojan Horse Hider.MPR uses methods typical to rootkits, specifically, creates concealed volume within the infected computer system. This volume is concealed from regular security programs. Select a trustworthy anti-malware tool for removal of Trojan Horse Hider.MPR….
Windows Safeguard Upgrade is a rogue anti-spyware program that actively propagates on computer systems in order to trick unsuspecting PC users into purchasing its fake software product. Windows Safeguard Upgrade is installed through Trojan infections that download and install the program on to your computer without your permission and knowledge. Windows Safeguard Upgrade can also be distributed via doubtful file-sharing applications, multimedia downloads or through unsolicited spam emails. Windows Safeguard Upgrade is created in such a way that it looks like a legitimate security program, but, in reality it is just a useless application. When on a compromised machine, Windows Safeguard Upgrade will accomplish computer scanning and will illustrate false scanning reports which claim your computer is corrupted by numerous malware infections. Windows Safeguard Upgrade will also display…
Backdoor.Wombot is a backdoor Trojan that enables cybercriminals to obtain access to your machine through the Internet. Backdoor.Wombot can steal private details from affected PC users with the help of Windows exploits. Backdoor.Wombot may perform Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks on the affected PC. Backdoor.Wombot might be a component of some counterfeit security tools; thus, it can be used to spread various bogus anti-spyware applications to your and other PCs. Backdoor.Wombot can distribute extra malware infections from the web and execute them on your computer. Backdoor.Wombot is able to record your sensitive data and forward it to remote cybercriminals. Backdoor.Wombot can steal confidential information that involve banking logins, passwords, emails, personal identity and similar data. Uninstall Backdoor.Wombot immediately after detection….
‘Attention! Votre ordinateur a ete bloque pour violation de la loi Francaise’ Ransomware, English version: ‘Warning! Your computer has been blocked for violating the French law’ Ransomware is a fabricated French pop-up warning message created by a ransomware Trojan infection. ‘Attention! Votre ordinateur a ete bloque pour violation de la loi Francaise’ Ransomware primarily targets French computer users; However, computer owners in other countries can also be infected with this ransomware threat. If your PC is corrupted by a ransomware Trojan, it will display a misleading ‘Attention! Votre ordinateur a ete bloque pour violation de la loi Francaise’ pop-up alert on your screen. ‘Attention! Votre ordinateur a ete bloque pour violation de la loi Francaise’ Ransomware infection is distributed through Java environment vulnerabilities, downloaded and installed by Trojans, loaded with spam…
Backdoor.Briba is a backdoor Trojan that attempts to trick PC users into thinking it is a legal and helpful software program. Backdoor.Briba opens a back door on the affected computer system. Backdoor.Briba allows web criminals to gain remote access and control to the infected PC. Backdoor.Briba may use your computer and Internet connection to initiate Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. Backdoor.Briba can also change system files, alter system settings, disable anti-virus software, delete files, and do many other harmful actions. You should uninstall Backdoor.Briba to keep your PC safe and clean….
Backdoor.Ritsol is a backdoor Trojan that opens a back door on the infected PC system. Backdoor.Ritsol tries to imitate a reputable and valuable application which is capable of doing many helpful things but, in reality, it’s a malicious software program. Backdoor.Ritsol can collect private details from the victim and forward them to remote cybercriminals. Backdoor.Ritsol can drop other malware infections on the attacked PC. Remove Backdoor.Ritsol immediately after detection with a reliable security program….
