Vista Antispyware 2010
Vista Antispyware 2010 is a name-changing rogue that also corresponds to the names Vista Antivirus 2010, Vista Guardian, Vista Antivirus Pro and Vista Internet Security 2010. What this program does is to mislead users into believing their computers are infected and then prompt them to purchase its phony full version. ...
SystemCleanerPro
The WinSpywareProtect family of rogues was enlarged with the appearance of SystemCleanerPro. Using the common deception strategies for rogues, it tries to scare its victims into buying its fake full version. ...
Total PC Defender
Total PC Defender is a counterfeit anti-virus program, sibling to Desktop Defender 2010. The deception methods of this program will not be a surprise for those of you, who are familiar with how rogues operate.
Total PC Defender is particularly dangerous for computers who have vulnerabilities in their systems. Most vulnerabilities are present due to the fact that users do not update their programs. ...
Malware Defense
Malware Defense is a fake antivirus application that can damage your computer to the point of no return. It is usually distributed via Trojan infections, so you need to perform constant scans of your system if you want to avoid getting infected by this rogue. However, if you happened to have caught Malware Defense, you should prepare for a long battle, because this rogue does all it can to rip you off. The main reason why rogues came into existence is money. Malware Defense is exactly the same as all the other rogues out there, and it wants to lure you into “unlocking” the full version of the program with “easy one-click registration”. ...
ProtectPcs
If you are planning to install a new security application on your PC, know that ProtectPcs is not the program you are looking for. This tool is reported by security experts to be one of the latest computer infections, and it is targeting more and more computers every day. Even though this application will try to delude you into thinking it is genuine anti-malware software, remember that it can only take your money and turn your system into a complete mess. ...
SysDefence
Even if security experts are warning us to be extremely cautious when browsing the Internet, sometimes people become victims of malicious hackers` creations. SysDefence is again one of the latest creations of cyber criminals, and it puts vulnerable computers in real danger. This fake security application pretends to be a reliable AV tool and imitates the layout and services provided by legitimate software. ...
TheDefend
It is of vital importance for PC users to be able to make a difference between legitimate applications and fake tools. You have to know that hackers always try to delude unsuspecting PC users into thinking they are about to install and pay for a reliable application. At the same time, cyber criminals have created a fake tool, which is nothing but a scam and it is aimed at taking their money. Applications, such as TheDefend, do not provide effective services. For example, TheDefend is a fake security program and it is unable to protect your PC. ...
System Adware Scanner 2010
There are many online security scans, but the truth is that the services they offer are not reliable at all. Not only that, but if you decide to make an automated scan of your system you will put your computer in danger. This is due to the fact that such online scans are fake, and they transfer compromised files to your PC. This is the case with System Adware Scanner 2010. ...
GuardPcs
Trojan-based infections are spreading rapidly on the Internet and are targeting vulnerable computers every day, all over the world. Most often, Trojans pretend to be reliable applications, but, in fact, they try to mislead PC users into installing them and paying for their full services. GuardPcs is exactly this type of computer program. It imitates an effective and genuine security tool. However, this is an intruder and its one and only aim is to trick more and more users into thinking there are serious problems with their machines. At the same time, the application presents itself as a legitimate AV tool able to detect infected files and system errors and scan your computer for viruses. The truth is that GuardPcs cannot help you and protect your computer. It will take your money and put the machine in real danger.
To enter the system GuardPcs also uses deceitful methods. It waits for you to visit some compromised web page which contains an interesting video. If you try to watch the video, this will turn out to be impossible unless you install some codec or update some of your applications. If you agree to download the specific codec, this will automatically transfer malicious files to your PC. You will not be asked if you agree or not. Also, you will not been alarmed about the attack of the computer virus. When GuardPcs is on your machine, it will start displaying pop-up messages and fake scan reports. All of them will be aimed at misleading you into thinking your PC is in serious trouble, and it needs to be fixed immediately.
Do not be tricked by these empty threats and remember that this application is not able to fix your machine. To protect your PC from malicious files, remove the intruder as soon as possible. Also, avoid visiting suspicious web pages and downloading unknown files.
IGuardPc
The Winisoft family launched another bogus application named IGuardPc. It is a clone of such rogues as SiteAdware, ReSpyware and other malicious software. IGuardPc will knock the stuffing out of you because you will start believing that your system is loaded with unwanted viruses. Delete this rogue and forget about any information you got from it. ...
