Windows Expert Series
Windows Expert Series Description
The Flaws in Windows Expert Series’s Expert Opinion About Your PC
Windows Expert Series may look like something that’s designed for catching every sort of PC threat, up to and including phishing attacks and memory process injections, but the sad truth is that all of Windows Expert Series’s features are designed to deliver fake security information without any kind of bite behind the bark. Because Windows Expert Series launches itself with Windows, you may find it difficult to avoid exposure to Windows Expert Series’s various forms of fake alerts, which will imitate official pop-up warnings and system scans from more reputable types of anti-malware scanners than itself.
SpywareRemove.com malware experts especially warn against Windows Expert Series’s attempts to procure money and access to confidential financial information, which should never be handed over to Windows Expert Series’s criminal enterprise. Since all of Windows Expert Series’s security alerts are fake and real problems with your computer are likely to be caused by Windows Expert Series, deleting Windows Expert Series, rather than buying Windows Expert Series, should always be considered your default course of action.
Nonetheless, many victims of Windows Expert Series attacks have found some use in registering Windows Expert Series with a free code before they attempt to remove Windows Expert Series in an anti-malware scan. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers have found the code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020′ to work on most modern variants of FakeVimes, the family of scamware to which Windows Expert Series belongs. Among the many clones of Windows Expert Series are My Security Shield, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows Virus Hunter, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Windows Enterprise Suite, Windows Pro Web Helper, Windows Instant Scanner, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Security System, Smart Engine, Internet Security Suite, Windows Control Series, Live Enterprise Suite, My Security Engine, Best Malware Protection, Windows Performance Catalyst, Windows High-End Protection, Windows Tools Patch, Windows Process Director, XP Smart Security, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows Interactive Safety, Windows Debug Center, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Security Renewal, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Software Saver, System Protection Tools, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Care Taker, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Web Combat, Windows Home Patron, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Managing System, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Active Guard, Windows Smart Warden, Total Anti Malware Protection, VirusSecurity, Windows Privacy Extension, Windows Interactive Security, Smart Security, CleanUp Antivirus, Windows Functionality Checker, Windows Secure Web Patch, Windows Virtual Firewall, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Premium Console, Windows No-Risk Center, Activate Ultimate Protection, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Safety Module, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Pro Solutions, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Stability Guard, Personal Security Sentinel, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows No-Risk Agent, Keep Center Keeper, Windows System Defender, Security Master AV, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows Antivirus Machine, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Web Commander, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Custom Safety, Extra Antivirus, Live PC Care, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Pro Safety Release, Volcano Security Suite, Antivirus Smart Protection, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Advanced Security Center, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Defending Center, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows Secure Workstation, Windows Safety Series, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Health Keeper, Windows Warding System, Windows Guard Solutions, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Smart Partner, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows Secure Surfer, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Defence Counsel, Additional Guard, PC Live Guard, Windows Abnormality Checker, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows Virtual Security, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Security Suite, Internet Security Essentials, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Turnkey Console, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Fast Antivirus 2009, Smart Virus Eliminator, Windows Active Defender, PrivacyGuard PRO, Enterprise Suite, Windows Multi Control System, Security Antivirus, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Antivirus Release, Windows Proactive Safety, Windows Protection Master, Windows Custom Management, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Maintenance Guard, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Privacy Counsel, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Private Shield, Windows Virtual Angel, Virus Doctor, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows Profound Security, Windows Pro Defence, Windows Threats Destroyer, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Protection Unit, Windows Advanced Toolkit, My Security Wall, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows PC Aid, Windows Performance Adviser and Windows Advanced User Patch.
The Security-Hindering Functions in Windows Expert Series’s So-Called Security Features
Windows Expert Series may not be able to protect your computer from malicious software, but Windows Expert Series does have a number of other perfectly-functional features that Windows Expert Series would prefer to keep hidden from view. These attacks are used to increase your PC’s susceptibility to other PC threats and prevent you from removing Windows Expert Series as SpywareRemove.com malware researchers have found in the examples below:
- Windows Expert Series may redirect your browser to unwanted and occasionally harmful websites without your consent. Browser redirects while searching online via a popular search engine should be considered especially likely.
- Genuine security programs may be blocked by Windows Expert Series, as well as some competing types of scamware. Blocked programs can include programs that have Registry entries deleted permanently, as well as programs that are blocked once they’re detected in memory.
- Windows Expert Series may make a variety of other system changes that ensure your PC’s vulnerability to future attacks. For example, you may be unable to access the User Account Control or receive Windows alerts when in contact with files that have improper signature validation.
Aliases
HEUR:Trojan.Win32.Generic [Kaspersky]Trj/CI.A [Panda]Generic28.CCSR [AVG]W32/FakeAV.AT!tr [Fortinet]Win32.Kryptik [Ikarus]Win32:Kryptik-JCX [GData]TROJ_FAKEAV.SMVP [TrendMicro]Win32.Kryptik!IK [Emsisoft]Trojan.Win32.Jorik.Fraud.qrr [Kaspersky]Win32:Kryptik-JCX [Trj] [Avast]
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Windows Expert Series Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)
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What happens if Windows Expert Series does not let you open SpyHunter or blocks the Internet?
Visual & GUI Characteristics
Technical Details
File System Modifications
Tutorials: If you wish to learn how to remove malware components manually, you can read
the tutorials on how to find malware,
kill unwanted processes,
remove malicious DLLs and
delete other harmful files. Always be
sure to back up your PC before making any changes.
- The following files were created in the system:
# File Name Detection Count 1 %APPDATA%\ Protector-yepe.exe 520 2 %USERPROFILE%\ My Documents\ adobeflashplayerv10.2.152.32.exe 61 3 Windows Expert Series.lnk 7 4 %AppData%\NPSWF32.dll N/A 5 %AppData%\result.db N/A 6 %AppData%\W34r34mt5h21ef.dat N/A 7 Protector-[RANDOM 3 CHARACTERS].exe N/A 8 %Desktop%\Windows Expert Series.lnk N/A 9 %CommonStartMenu%\Programs\Windows Expert Series.lnk N/A
Registry Modifications
Tutorial: To edit and delete registry entries manually, read the tutorial on
how to remove malicious registry entries.
Tip & Warning: Editing and removing the wrong registry keys can severely damage your PC, so remember to backup your Windows Registry! To optimize your Windows Registry and speed up your PC, download RegHunter's registry cleaner.
Tip & Warning: Editing and removing the wrong registry keys can severely damage your PC, so remember to backup your Windows Registry! To optimize your Windows Registry and speed up your PC, download RegHunter's registry cleaner.
- The following newly produced Registry Values are:
HKEY..\..\{Value}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings "WarnOnHTTPSToHTTPRedirect" = 0HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System "DisableRegedit" = 0HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System "DisableRegistryTools" = 0HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System "DisableTaskMgr" = 0HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "net" = "2012-4-27_2"HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "UID" = "tovvhgxtud"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system "ConsentPromptBehaviorAdmin" = 0HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system "ConsentPromptBehaviorUser" = 0HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system "EnableLUA" = 0HKEY..\..\..\..{Subkeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\ASProtectHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\..{RunKeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "Inspector"
Additional Information
- The following messages's were detected:
# Message 1 Error Attempt to modify registry key entries detected. Registry entry analysis is recommended. 2 Error Attempt to run a potentially dangerous script detected. Full system scan is highly recommended. 3 Error Keylogger activity detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to activate protection and run a full system scan.
Posted: July 6, 2012 | By SpywareRemove
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