Vista Security Pro 2013

Posted: November 5, 2012

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Ranking:	4,193
Threat Level:	1/10
Infected PCs:	15,132

First Seen:	September 22, 2014
Last Seen:	October 17, 2023
OS(es) Affected:	Windows

Vista Security Pro 2013 is one of the newest breed of fake anti-malware programs from FakeRean, a large category of rogue anti-malware scanners that display inaccurate system warnings whilst simultaneously disarming your PC's real security software. Other problematic attacks that can be caused by Vista Security Pro 2013 include blocked website access, unusual settings changes and blocked access to other programs. As a clone of pre-existing scamware, Vista Security Pro 2013 shouldn't be purchased regardless of its bluffs of other PC threats attacking your computer. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers particularly recommend the usage of a reliable brand of anti-malware software in removing Vista Security Pro 2013 as soon as Vista Security Pro 2013 makes its presence known.

Why Vista Security Pro 2013's Scam Extends Beyond Windows Vista

Vista Security Pro 2013 pretends to be capable of finding and removing malware from your computer, but Vista Security Pro 2013's significant investment in fake security messages isn't supported by any type of accurate detection features. Malicious websites that are promoted in spammed links are particularly likely sources to acquire a Vista Security Pro 2013 infection, which can be installed without consent (by using Blacole and other drive-by-download exploit-based PC threats).

Installers for Vista Security Pro 2013 usually will detect your operating system and install a member of the FakeRean family of scamware that's labeled appropriately for your operating system. Some other members of Vista Security Pro 2013's family include Antivirus 2008 Pro, Antivirus XP 2008, Windows Antivirus 2008, Vista Antivirus 2008, PC Clean Pro, Antivirus Pro 2009, Rogue.Vista Antivirus 2008, AntiSpy Safeguard, ThinkPoint, Spyware Protection 2010, Internet Antivirus 2011, Palladium Pro, XP Anti-Virus 2011, CleanThis, XP Security 2012, XP Home Security 2012 and AntiVirus PRO 2015.

Just as all of Vista Security Pro 2013's security features (including its firewall, system scans and pop-up warnings) are fraudulent, Vista Security Pro 2013 can't offer any benefit to your PC if you purchase Vista Security Pro 2013. Trying to remove files or programs that Vista Security Pro 2013 claims to be infected may harm your PC, and SpywareRemove.com malware researchers recommend that you never purchase Vista Security Pro 2013. However, using a free code to fake Vista Security Pro 2013's registration has been known to make removing Vista Security Pro 2013 (and related fake anti-malware programs) a little easier than usual.

The High-Priority Problems that Vista Security Pro 2013 Causes in the Name of 'Securing' Your Computer

Even though Vista Security Pro 2013's security features are fake, Vista Security Pro 2013 has been designed to include various working functions – unfortunately, all of these are intended to harm your PC's security rather than assist it. One of the most meaningful of Vista Security Pro 2013's attacks is its ability to monitor executable program files and block ones that Vista Security Pro 2013 disapproves of your launching; this lets Vista Security Pro 2013 control any and all programs that you use on your computer.

SpywareRemove.com malware experts have also seen indications of Vista Security Pro 2013 being able to redirect browsers away from various sites and towards malicious ones. Vista Security Pro 2013's current strategy appears to be to block safe PC security sites with fake web page warnings about potentially hazardous content.

Vista Security Pro 2013 may also make changes to your Registry that disable Windows security features, including the firewall and the operating system's ability to monitor updates. Disabling Vista Security Pro 2013 may be required before you can use anti-malware software to remove Vista Security Pro 2013 permanently, and Safe Mode should be adequate for the purpose.

Technical Details

Additional Information

The following URL's were detected:

onlinestreamsearch.com

The following messages's were detected:

#	Message
1	Stealth intrusion! Infection detected in the background. Your computer is now attacked by spyware and rogue software. Eliminate the infection safely, perform a security scan and deletion now.
2	Tracking software found! Your PC activity is being monitored. Possible spyware infection. Your data security may be compromised. Sensitive data can be stolen. Prevent damage now by completing a security scan.
3	Vista Antivirus Pro 2013 Firewall Alert Vista Antivirus Pro 2013 has blocked a program from accessing the internet Internet Explorer is infected with Trojan-BNK.Win32.Keylogger.gen Private data can be stolen by third parties, including credit card details and passwords.