Fake Windows Antivirus 2012
Despite its name, Windows Antivirus 2012 is neither an anti-virus application or part of Microsoft in any way. Windows Antivirus 2012 is a malware infection known as a rogue security program, a fake anti-virus application that actually tries to block legitimate anti-virus software on the infected computer while also attempting to carry out a well-known online scam. Windows Antivirus 2012 is a clone of malware like Windows Secure Kit 2011 and 2012 and 'previous' versions of Windows Antivirus 2012 dating back to 2009. Like most rogue anti-virus software, Windows Antivirus 2012 will try to convince you to purchase a 'full version' of Windows Antivirus 2012 with a campaign of harassment consisting of a continuous stream of fake error messages and alarming security notifications. Windows Antivirus 2012 also has the capacity to detect the presence of legitimate security software and disable it as well as preventing access to Windows tools that are helpful in removing malware from your computer system (such as Windows Update, the Task Manager, System Restore, or Windows Defender.)
How Windows Antivirus 2012 Gets into Your System
Most Windows Antivirus 2012 infections are a result of a supposedly 'free' online malware scan. Basically, these kinds of advertisements are found on unsafe websites with poorly-regulated advertisements or on web pages specifically designed to attempt to infect your computer with Windows Antivirus 2012. There are two ways in which Windows Antivirus 2012 typically enters a computer system. Either the victim will download Windows Antivirus 2012 themselves, fooled into thinking that Windows Antivirus 2012 is a real security program, or an attack website will attempt to use exploits in order to install Windows Antivirus 2012 on the victim's computer.
Usually, a Windows Antivirus 2012 infection is preceded by a pop-up message claiming that the victim's computer is in danger from a malware infection and that, to remove it, it is necessary to install Windows Antivirus 2012. What causes this message is often a Trojan already installed on the victim's computer (such as the Fake Microsoft Security Essentials Alert Trojan, the Vundo Trojan or the Zlob Trojan) or a malicious advertisement or pop-up message displayed on your web browser. Either way, the result is a malware infection that tries to steal your money by making you believe your computer system is infected with malware. ESG malware analysts recommend dealing with a Windows Antivirus 2012 infection by booting up in Safe Mode and utilizing a real anti-malware program to remove Windows Antivirus 2012 and its associated malware.
