Threat Database Fake Error Messages 'Security Shield Warning' Fake Alert

'Security Shield Warning' Fake Alert

'Security Shield Warning' is a fabricated security alert displayed by the fake anti-spyware called Security Shield. Users that encounter this fake warning are typically already infected with the trial version of Security Shield. 'Security Shield Warning' prompts users to pay for the non-existent full version of Security Shield in order to remove falsely detected malware. Do not fall for this trick and have the trial version of Security Shield removed from your PC upon encountering it.

File System Details

'Security Shield Warning' Fake Alert may create the following file(s):
# File Name Detections
1. C:\\Documents and Settings\\[User]\\Local Settings\\Application Data\\[random].exe

Registry Details

'Security Shield Warning' Fake Alert may create the following registry entry or registry entries:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "[random]"
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "[random]"

Trending

Most Viewed

Loading...