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Spyware name: AV Security Suite

Date added: 10 June 2010 | Type: Rogue Programs

Description

AV Security Suite is a counterfeit program, in technical terms defined as rogue software that is installed silently on user's computer without any prior notice.

Removal instructions

To remove this Spyware infection, download Spyware Doctor, install it and run full computer scan. At the end of the scan choose Fix Checked to start computer cleaning process.

Behavior

· Annoying pop-ups. Alerts and warnings appearring frequently and stating that the computer has been infected. It also can be promotional message asking to register or buy some rogue program.
· Exaggerated PC scan reports. Even if the computer is clean scan report stating that the system is infected is generated.
· Fake security warnings. Warnings stating that the computer system is not secure.
· Faked Windows Security Center. Windows Security Center generated by fake anti-spyware software and in appearance very similar to the original one displayed by Windows OS
· The risk of fraudulent payment. Frequent user persuading to buy rogue program license.

Symptoms in Hijackthis

R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings,ProxyServer = http=127.0.0.1:1075
O4 – HKLM\..\Run: [<RANDOM>] %UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\<RANDOM>\<RANDOM>.exe
O4 – HKCU\..\Run: [<RANDOM>] %UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\<RANDOM>\<RANDOM>.exe