Shield Protector 2012

Shield Protector 2012, like most fake security applications, is noted for creating fake error messages and displaying alarming bogus system scans and virus reports in order to steal its victims' money. This fake security program belongs to the family, a group of fake security programs that are installed by various versions of the Win32/Winwebsec Trojan. Malware like Shield Protector 2012 is known as scareware, because of its basic tactic of scaring inexperienced computer users so that they will purchase useless security software. Do not make the mistake of trusting Shield Protector 2012's supposed malware-detection ability. Shield Protector 2012 is a malware infection itself which, according to ESG security analysts, have absolutely no way of detecting malware or removing security problems from your computer system.

Common Sources for a Shield Protector 2012 Infection

Shield Protector 2012 and its clones are typically distributed through attack websites that attempt to install it by force or through misleading websites marketing the fake security program in question. Among Shield Protector 2012's clones are The most common way of ending up at these websites is by clicking on one of the many fake online malware scan advertisements that can be found on unsafe websites or web pages with poorly-regulated advertisements. Usually, these kinds of malicious advertisements will attempt to install Shield Protector 2012 by forcing the infected computer system to visit web pages using exploits (such as those contained in the Black Hole Exploit Kit) or by displaying a pop-up window prompting the victims themselves to download and install Shield Protector 2012 as a way to solve nonexistent problems on the victim's computer. Other common sources for a Shield Protector 2012 infection include malicious pop-up windows and infected email attachments.

Do Not Fall for the Shield Protector 2012 Scam!

Remember, the only aim of malware like Shield Protector 2012 is to try to sway you to spend your money on useless software, which has a high likelihood of infecting your computer system with additional malware. Shield Protector 2012 will often be bundled with other malware that can take over your computer and make it quite difficult to remove Shield Protector 2012 itself. This fake security program also has been known to shut down common anti-malware programs and Windows components that are helpful in removing malware (such as the Task Manager). It is usually advisable to start up Windows in Safe Mode before attempting to remove Shield Protector 2012.