Antivirus 2009
Antivirus 2009 Description
Antivirus 2009, also known as Antivirus2009, is a rogue anti-spyware program that uses false spyware results to lure you to purchase its full version. Antivirus2009 is an updated version of
Antivirus 2008. Other Antivirus 2009 aliases that have recently appeared on the Web are:
XP Antivirus 2008,
Vista Antivirus 2008,
Ultimate Antivirus 2008 and
System Antivirus 2008.
Antivirus 2009 is usually promoted via a ZLOB/MediaAccess Codec installer found on adult websites.
Zlob has been the trojan of choice to infect users with pop ups disguised as system notifications that lead to websites with rogue anti-spyware programs. You can also install Antivirus 2009 manually on the rogue website antivirus-scanner.com. Antivirus 2009 may use its system scanner to display false positives which work as an incentive to make unsuspecting users purchase Antivirus 2009's commercial version.
Do not click on any link provided by Antivirus 2009. Once you click on the link provided, you'll be redirected to Antivirus 2009's website (antivirus2009.com) to download and purchase Antivirus 2009's rogue anti-spyware program. Antivirus 2009 has the ability to recreate itself after reboot and its "System scan" messages may continue to pop up on your task manager. It is advised to run a scan with a reliable anti-spyware program to check for the presence of Antivirus 2009 on your computer.
Disclaimer:
- SpywareRemove.com IS NOT associated, affiliated, consorted, or connected with the publishers Antivirus 2009.
- We object, reject, and
disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of Antivirus 2009.
- Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of Antivirus 2009 and other malware publishers off
the Internet. In addition, we seek the complete deletion of all the malware programs, including all their polymorphic variants, which
are developed and distributed all over the Internet, in the same
manner as the publishers of Antivirus 2009.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or
associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of
Antivirus 2009, since the aim of this posting is to educate users
on how to detect and eliminate Antivirus 2009 off their computer.
Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational
purposes only.
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How can I Detect Antivirus 2009?
The most common spyware removal tactic is to
uninstall Antivirus 2009 by using the "Add/Remove Programs"
utility. However, as there may still be hidden Antivirus 2009 files, it's possible that Antivirus 2009 will reappear after reboot.
Follow the Antivirus 2009 detection and removal methods below.
Antivirus 2009 or Antivirus2009 Automatic Detection (Recommended)
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Antivirus 2009 Manual Removal Instructions
Below is a list of Antivirus 2009 manual removal instructions and
Antivirus 2009 components listed to help you remove Antivirus 2009 from your PC. Backup Reminder:
Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.
Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer.
We recommend that you use SpyHunter's malware detection tool to check for Antivirus 2009.
Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Antivirus 2009 Path
- Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
- In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Antivirus 2009" file name(s).
- To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
- When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "Antivirus 2009",
highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because
you'll need the file path to delete Antivirus 2009 in the following manual removal steps.
- "Antivirus 2009" files can be found in the directory path(s):
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Read more about How to Find Antivirus 2009 with File Search Tool
Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Antivirus 2009 Processes
- To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
- Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "Antivirus 2009" process by name.
- Select the "Antivirus 2009" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "Antivirus 2009" processes files:
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Read more about How to kill Antivirus 2009 Processes
Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Antivirus 2009 Registry Values
- To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
- Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
- To delete "Antivirus 2009" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
- Locate and delete "Antivirus 2009" registry entries:
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Read more about How to Remove Antivirus 2009 Registry Entries
Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Antivirus 2009 DLL Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
- Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the Antivirus 2009 DLL file is located
and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Antivirus 2009 DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
- To unregister "Antivirus 2009" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Antivirus 2009.dll) and press the "Enter" button.
A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
- Search and unregister "Antivirus 2009" DLL files:
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Read more about How to Remove Antivirus 2009 DLL Files
Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other Antivirus 2009 Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
- Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
- To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
- Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
- Select the "Antivirus 2009" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "Antivirus 2009" processes files:
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Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files
Antivirus 2009 Recommendation
RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer,
we highly recommend you use a good malware remover to track Antivirus 2009 and automatically
remove Antivirus 2009 as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.
If you believe you have Antivirus 2009 installed on your computer, check for Antivirus 2009 with
SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Antivirus 2009
and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool.
Since new Antivirus 2009 files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run
SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on Antivirus 2009 and other malware threats.
To learn more on Antivirus 2009, see our Antivirus 2009 resource section below.
More Antivirus 2009 Resources
What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?
Antivirus 2009 is a type of Rogue AntiSpyware Programs.
Rogue anti-spyware programs are fake applications that are cleverly disguised to behave like legitimate spyware removal programs. Rogue anti-spyware programs are usually created by hackers with the sole purpose of rendering a sale for the rogue application. Many rogue anti-spyware programs use deceiving tactics to entice computer users to purchase the rogue anti-spyware program. In many cases computer users do not realize that they have downloaded or installed a fake anti-spyware program until after the sale has taken place. Rogue Anti-Spyware Programs are bogus applications that usually require an extra effort to completely uninstall or remove from your system. Computer infections such as Trojans are known to install rogue anti-spyware programs which do not remove parasites or justify the abnormally high cost of the full version.
Think you have Antivirus 2009? Run SpyHunter's malware scan and automatically detect Antivirus 2009 on your PC.
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Antivirus 2009 Prevention Rules
Protect your computer from Antivirus 2009 and other spyware by following these four easy prevention rules.
Rule #1: Keep your Windows Security up-to-date
Microsoft provides updates weekly and can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website.
Tip: Regularly visit Windows Update and set your computer to receive security & critical updates automatically.
To get Microsoft Update, go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates, and select
"ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list.
Then open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet,
then press "Default Level", then OK. Now press "Custom Level."
Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software
A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current Antivirus 2009 spyware as well as other forms of spyware can
can be the answer to all your security issues. Listed below is an anti-spyware program that can effectively reverse the
damage of your computer and detect Antivirus 2009 automatically.
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Antivirus 2009
and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool.
Rule #3: Install and keep your firewall turned on
A firewall is essential for a complete protection of your PC. Make sure that your firewall is always turned on. A firewall can
prevent unwanted software like Antivirus 2009 from infecting your computer.
Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date
Since new Antivirus 2009 files can be created every day, it is important to keep your anti-spyware program up-to-date.
Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click of a button you can get new spyware definitions
instantly. Often, an anti-spyware software will open an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.
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Antivirus 2009 Screenshots
View Antivirus 2009 screenshots below and see for yourself how Antivirus 2009 looks like.
Learn how to recognize Antivirus 2009 when it infects your machine.
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Publication Date
Tue Jun 24 2008 20:37:13 EST
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| Username: | | Susie ChandlerDavis |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-05 05:59:45 |
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Very useful information and help, Antivirus2009 s no more. Searched all the nooks and crannies you recommended. Many, many thanks. I now have the confidence to have another go at cleaning my other PC infected with a similar problem. |
| Username: | | David |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-06 06:30:50 |
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Hi. This is exactly what I wanted to know. To the point, easy to follow instructions. What about Spyware Doctor? Is it equally effective as Spy Hunter? |
| Username: | | Christy Yancey |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-06 18:44:18 |
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OMG!! This worked great! It removed Antivirus 2009 from my computer in a snap of a finger! Now i dont have to worry about my computer messing up on me anymore! This ROCKS! |
| Username: | | Lisa |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-06 22:01:09 |
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lmao omg i just got antivirus 2009 last night, i was on the internet and it just started downloading by itself and i thought ok free antivirus ... but then it kept popping up and it really annoyed me so i decided to delete it, except i couldnt... so i went on the internet searched for antivirus 2009 and i was like omg :| i was going to get the full version i alredy had my card in my hand but thank god i didnt.. then it took me a while to figure out how to delete it.. today i went to best buy got an antivirus and now everything's fine.. except a file named orbsecure keep appearing in my pictures folder.. i still haven't figured out how to get rid of it and what it is |
| Username: | | minoca pierre |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-07 19:13:06 |
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please take out antivirus2009 |
| Username: | | S B |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-09 16:16:23 |
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We don't need to fear other Countries. We have enough Crazies right here, to self destruct... Who has time to waste energy creating computer infections? INSANE! CRIMINAL! So much intelligence.......... just flushed down. SHAMEFUL, CRIMINAL, INSANE behavior. |
| Username: | | sabrina |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-10 03:03:17 |
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Hi, i tried deleting the Antivirus from my computer already but there are still traces of it left. i searched ym computer and there is no other files related to Antivirus 2009, but when i open Internet Explorer, the same "blocked" page comes out and asks me to download Antivirus 2009. Please help. this is a company's computer. |
| Username: | | Sandy |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-14 10:49:54 |
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Hello I just wanted to let everyone know, yesterday I got this antivirus 2009 and I tryed to remove files l and i could'nt find them to remove them. So I tryed to restore the computer to a previous date and it worked as of today, no antivirus 2009. I will let you know if any problems but so far nothing. |
| Username: | | farra |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-16 03:33:36 |
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how i can remove the spyware because i has using a windows vista |
| Username: | | ray |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-17 04:10:25 |
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I CANT REMOVE ANTIVIRUS2009. IS IT A VIRUS?? IT KEEPS ON SHOWING UP.. IM USING WINDOWS VISTA.. CAN SOMONE HELP ME REMOVE IT? |
| Username: | | Bill Dumas |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-24 15:48:20 |
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I booted in dos mode from a cd I made and deleted the files there. You can also boot in safe mode and delete files (I think). I also cleaned out the files the virus left by using regedit |
| Username: | | Thom Stansfield |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-29 16:19:30 |
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Awesome site! Thanks for giving the instructions for the manual removal. They worked like a charm. On extra thing I had to do was disable an add-on in internet explorer labeled 'research'. Thanks for the help! |
| Username: | | Craig |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-07-31 06:03:09 |
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re:- antivirus 2009 problem . we ran the system restore program back to the date before we had throblems. To date all gone not a problem |
| Username: | | sai |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-02 10:32:02 |
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go to startup menu and find the antivirus 2009 and click uninstall antivirus 2009 and then u can delete the files |
| Username: | | anonymous |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-02 22:42:37 |
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I ONLY PURCHASED THE FAKE ROGUE A FEW DAYS AGO AND NOW I HAVE FOUND OUT FROM THIS SITE THAT ITS FAKE, THEY HAVE ALREADY TOOK TRANSACTIONS OUT FROM MY DEBIT CARD. BASTARDS |
| Username: | | dan |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-03 15:42:26 |
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I HAVE JUST BOUGHT IT.....IS THER ANY WAY TO GET MY MONEY BACK??? |
| Username: | | Don |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-05 00:32:00 |
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Purchased a few days ago. Found this page while doing websearch for contact info. Ran Spyhunter\'s free antivirus2009 Scanner and purchased removal tool for$29.99. Seems to have done the job alright. Contacted my credit card co. egarding charges to my credit card. They are sending me a billing error form for disputing charges which I must complete, sign, and return with all relevant info. Not sure how much good it will do but it\'s worth a try. Kind of a costly education on internet security but a lesson I doubt I will ever forget. |
| Username: | | ajmall |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-09 16:16:56 |
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Antivirus 2009 has gotten into my pc and will not allow me to open internet explorer, open task manager and has hidden my search and run options. Any ideas for removal? Please help. |
| Username: | | ajmall |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-10 12:58:25 |
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Antivirus 2009 has gotten into my pc and will not allow me to open internet explorer, open task manager and has hidden my search and run options. Any ideas for removal? Please help. |
| Username: | | thomas |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-12 12:10:35 |
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i hate this rogue antivirus spyware its make me in trouble , thanks for the help |
| Username: | | ALFERALFER |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-12 20:29:19 |
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To gain access to you Task Manager, Click Start, Run and type Regedit.exe Navigate to the following branch: HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Policies\ System In the right-pane, delete the value named DisableTaskMgr Close Regedit.exe |
| Username: | | Lacey |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-13 02:37:04 |
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thank you so much |
| Username: | | Chi7 |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-13 23:37:35 |
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Well, thought I was done for awhile, have just been greeted by “Vista Anti virus 2009†it seems to have an affinity for the word "accounting" ( just a casual observation ) It appears to have similar entrance and propagation habits as it's namesakes as the fight progresses I'll post anything I find that seems relevant . |
| Username: | | arasan |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-14 09:26:22 |
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Antivirus 2009 has gotten into my pc and will not allow me to open internet explorer, open task manager and has hidden my search and run options. Any ideas for removal? Please help. |
| Username: | | Theo |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-14 16:38:53 |
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I have also purchased the antivirus 2009,does that mean they can buy anything etc.now with my credit card info or am I only going to pay for the antivirus 2009? |
| Username: | | Stef |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-14 21:00:42 |
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So I just got this antivirus 2009 crap on my computer. I didnt buy it though. Things keep popping up and it wont let me open internet a lot of the time. I can't figure out how to remove all of it from my computer. Any help? Thanksss |
| Username: | | mcr |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-16 12:12:47 |
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This was awesome. Antivirus 2009 really tricked my wife into installing one, despite Mcafee on our PC. Got rid of obnoxious Antivirus 2009 in one shot. Thanks for the post. |
| Username: | | Bob W |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-18 07:11:13 |
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Is there any way we can all band together to prosecute the distributors of Antivirus 2009 and convict them of fraud and internet crimes and put them in prison? I think this should be a felony and the perpetrators should serve real time for this type of crime. |
| Username: | | Brad |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-20 03:25:00 |
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Awesome cheers - got the dam thing off my comp. I found it hidden in another location that you havent mentioned above - In Registory Editor is is Also under: Hkey_current_user > software > 78339220204449642987920239812537 FYI it refers to a website woodst-sale.com ... cheers again |
| Username: | | mhellowa |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-20 04:09:48 |
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I have read this from Username: Don Date Posted: 2008-08-05 00:32:00 I am afraid about my credit card..Please help me make sure if my credit card is already safe now. I already purchased spyhunter and already removed the antivirus2009. Purchased a few days ago. Found this page while doing websearch for contact info. Ran Spyhunter's antivirus2009 Scanner and purchased removal tool for$29.99. Seems to have done the job alright. Contacted my credit card co. egarding charges to my credit card. They are sending me a billing error form for disputing charges which I must complete, sign, and return with all relevant info. Not sure how much good it will do but it's worth a try. Kind of a costly education on internet security but a lesson I doubt I will ever forget. |
| Username: | | Debbie C. |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-20 10:18:48 |
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Antivirus 2009 keeps popping up. I have not purchased it. Now, I cannot access my internet explorer. Please advise... Thank you |
| Username: | | colin beaver |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-23 21:39:35 |
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Antivirus 2009 are committing criminal and civil offences. If prosecuted they could not win. They have huge amounts of money from their ill gotten gains and need a court to clean them out and jail them for a very long time. Personally I would like to break their arms for their repugnant acts. |
| Username: | | patz |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-24 17:15:50 |
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Hello i am ten years old and i accidentaly downloaded antivirus 2009 but now i have a soloution! after searching for months and months i find a soloution! if you have windows vista like me follow these directions if u don't atleast try. Just so you know there is no downloading so you don't have to waste money and it is not complicated at all! Step 1. to delete a file right click your mouse and go down to see a file that says "remove from this list" or "delete". Press it with mouse. Step 2. Go to recycling bin and see if the file you deleted is there. delete it. If you see anything that you want to delete follow my directions from Step 1. I just did this and it worked with me so if any furthomore questions please e-mail me. Or comment me. Thank you so much!!! |
| Username: | | Kim Gates |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-30 00:25:37 |
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With a alast name of Gates I should not have this problem help me Bill this is driving me crazy! antivirus 2009 b&%% %*it!! |
| Username: | | Someone |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-31 22:04:36 |
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For everyone's information, both Antivirus2009 and 2008 can replicate. The longer it remains undeleted the more it infects. Search function can be comprimised. |
| Username: | | Day |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-08-31 22:12:10 |
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The ad popped up on my Mac, hijacking a web page. I didn't download it, though I wonder if it's managed to get through to my computer. Is there any way of checking? I don't have IE; I was using Safari. Please advise. Thanks. |
| Username: | | JCruz |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-02 11:17:44 |
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I had to reformat my computer because of this. I backed up all my pictures first. So, I guess I'm going to have to check them for infections. |
| Username: | | betty |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-03 16:19:13 |
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The Antivirus 2009 icon is on my screen & in my bottom tray. As soon as I get on it just keeps popping up & won't let me go to MSN homepage. How do I get rid of all this junk. I have not installed it. Thanks. |
| Username: | | terryn |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-08 23:51:49 |
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antivirus tricked me into buying dum programme. i started emailing them and they were emailing me back but as soon as i asked for my money back i havent heard from them. has any body had any luck with trying to get money back. Is there any chance of getting money back. |
| Username: | | Filipinoguy |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-10 07:26:16 |
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to RUN ur Internet again just delete those unnecessary files(the one that blocks ur IEs caused by spywares) into your system32 folder. You can see the file names of those files when you open msconfig in the run button.it is in the start up category. you can effectively delete it when ur in safe mode. |
| Username: | | reg |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-14 11:59:09 |
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In Registory Editor is is Also under: Hkey_current_user > software >95793911155880028914377203633273 REFERS TO WEBSITE MASTERSPITETDS09.COM |
| Username: | | Akshay Shrotriya |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-24 04:05:06 |
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After a long period of 8-10 days where every hr is important for me, i was facing the problem caused by this malicious program. Now, I would like to thank the team/ person who've posted his/her comments as guidance for needy people. Its really efective. Thank You Again. Regards. |
| Username: | | Jan |
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Date Posted: | | 2008-09-27 18:04:58 |
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Hope this helps -- AV2009 got through my firewall and antivirus protection -- maddening and nasty. Finally, I found how to remove it. The solution in MY computer was unlike the solutions posted above -- the authors apparently vary the infection. So posting cure details gives them info of how NOT to infect. As a general process, my antivirus and firewall gives filenames of incoming "threats" and strangely allows them to become resident. (Must fix) Finding the location of seven different infectious files in C:\WINDOWS took a lot of work. They ALL were deleted at one time, (I believe they can rewrite themselves) the recycle bin was immediately emptied and the space with the deleted files on the harddrive was scrubbed with common drive-erase software. So far so good. |
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