VIHunter

VIHunter is a rogue security application from Korea. Non-Korean speaker will often become confused when their computer starts displaying alert messages and a splash screen with foreign characters and, if the computer does not have the suitable fonts, gibberish instead of letters. However, VIHunter is a rogue security application no different than common rogue security applications in English such as Total Security, Windows Cleaning Tool or Bogema Security. While all of these rogue security applications come from different sources, they all belong to the same kind of scam. If your computer is suddenly displaying windows and messages in a foreign language or if your computer has become infected with VIHunter, ESG malware analysts recommend using a fully-updated anti-malware application to destroy Partner12.mydomainadvisor.com/search.php and return your computer to normal. Failure to do so could result in your computer system becoming infected with other infections or your personal information falling into the hands of unscrupulous criminals.

How Rogue Security Applications Like VIHunter Work

Rogue security programs like VIHunter belong to a computer scam that has been around since the Internet became popular among the general population. This is because rogue security applications like VIHunter take advantage of people inexperienced with computers and computer security. Most rogue security applications mimic legitimate programs used for computer optimization and security. VIHunter is no exception. These kinds of programs usually use error messages, logos and designs that are meant to look similar to legitimate Windows components or well-known security applications. The rogue security program scam always has the same basic steps:

1. The rogue security application is installed onto a computer through deception or with the aid of other kinds of malware.
2. The rogue security program causes a large number of problems in the victim's computer, including a very large number of fake error messages and security alerts.
3. The rogue security program, then, attempts to convince the victim that a "full version" of the rogue security application must be bought, in order to remove the problems present on the infected computer system.
4. Once the victim purchases the "full version" or enters a valid credit card number, some of the problems may stop. However, most of the time, the infection remains the same. The criminals will then keep the victim's money or use the victim's credit card information for identity theft or credit card fraud purposes.

Don't fall for the VIHunter scam. Like most rogue security applications, this program is designed for nothing more than to steal your money. Instead, remove VIHunter from your computer with a real, reputable anti-malware program.