Windows First-Class Protector

Windows First-Class Protector Description

Windows First-class Protector is a rogue anti-virus program that hails from the Win32/FakeVimes family and uses a variety of fraudulent security functions, including a Fake Advanced Security Center, to deceive you about your PC’s health. While Windows First-class Protector wants you to believe that veritable mobs of PC threats, such as keyloggers or rootkits, are hammering away at your security, Windows First-class Protector is, itself, a security risk and doesn’t have any form of system diagnostic, threat detection or threat removal code. SpywareRemove.com malware analysts suggest that you disable Windows First-class Protector by one of several means before you try to remove Windows First-class Protector from your computer, since an active Windows First-class Protector infection can block security-related programs or wrench control of your browser away from you to censor security-oriented sites.

Windows First-class Protector: a Real Class Act for Digital Scammers

Windows First-class Protector is marketed in the form of a multi-purpose security tool that protects your PC with more features than any reputable anti-virus program could ever offer, but these features are easy for Windows First-class Protector to display purely because they’re fake. Once Windows First-class Protector changes your Windows Registry to allow for its own automatic start up, Windows First-class Protector will fill your world with fake system scan results and other types of fraudulent system information that you should do your best to discard as meaningless.

While the above attacks are some of Windows First-class Protector most visible efforts to sabotage your PC, Windows First-class Protector may also target and control your ability to access various security programs and even hijack your web browser. Browser hijacks can be identified by arbitrary redirects to unusual websites, as well as by error messages that block safe sites that are associated with PC security brands. Even though Windows First-class Protector will ask you to buy a registration key to solve these issues, SpywareRemove.com malware experts hasten to emphasize that deleting Windows First-class Protector with appropriate software will put an end to all of these attacks.

Sorting Through the Branches of Windows First-class Protector’s Family Tree

Windows First-class Protector may act like a completely reputable and independent security product, but a single glance at its interface reveals its lineage as a copy of other FakesVimes-based rogue anti-virus scanners. Some other members of FakeVimes that present the same dangers to your PC as Windows First-class Protector include PrivacyGuard PRO, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Advanced Security Center, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Profound Security, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Health Keeper, Windows Guard Solutions, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Active Defender, Smart Engine, Windows Defending Center, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Maintenance Guard, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Smart Partner, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Pro Solutions, Windows Debug Center, Windows Custom Management, Security Antivirus, Windows Active Guard, Personal Security Sentinel, Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Pro Safety, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Smart Warden, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Enterprise Defender, My Security Wall, Windows Private Shield, Keep Center Keeper, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows Security System, XP Smart Security, Antivirus Smart Protection, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Telemetry Center, My Security Shield, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Custom Safety, VirusSecurity, CleanUp Antivirus, Windows Safety Module, Windows Premium Console, Windows Antivirus Release, Internet Security Suite, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows Protection Master, Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows Secure Web Patch, System Protection Tools, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Proactive Safety, Windows Privacy Counsel, Windows Pro Defence, Security Master AV, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Expert Series, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Interactive Safety, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Shielding Utility, Fast Antivirus 2009, Windows Abnormality Checker, Smart Security, My Security Engine, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows PC Aid, Windows Interactive Security, Windows Home Patron, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Pro Safety Release, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows No-Risk Center, Volcano Security Suite, Windows AntiHazard Center, Live Enterprise Suite, Windows High-End Protection, Additional Guard, Extra Antivirus, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Process Director, Windows Secure Surfer, Windows Pro Web Helper, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Windows Web Combat, Windows System Defender, PC Live Guard, Virus Doctor, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Security Renewal, Windows Enterprise Suite, Windows Web Commander, Internet Security Essentials, Windows Managing System, Windows Multi Control System, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Threats Destroyer, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Virus Hunter, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Secure Workstation, Windows Safety Series, Enterprise Suite, Windows Performance Catalyst, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Control Series, Windows Warding System, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Defence Counsel, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Windows Antihazard Solution, Activate Ultimate Protection, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows Virtual Security, Smart Virus Eliminator, Best Malware Protection, Windows Tools Patch, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Live PC Care, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Stability Guard, Windows Security Suite, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Care Taker, Windows Protection Unit, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows Functionality Checker, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Software Saver, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Windows Privacy Extension, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Advanced User Patch and Windows Instant Scanner. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers have perceived that the code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020′ is often functional for faking registration of FakeVimes-based PC threats, and can be considered an optional step along the way to deleting Windows First-class Protector.

Less optional steps than registration include stopping Windows First-class Protector from launching itself by making use of Safe Mode or booting Windows from a removable device, as well as removing Windows First-class Protector with suitable anti-malware software (as opposed to attempting manual removal). Since Windows First-class Protector will change your Hosts file and other Windows components during its stay on your computer, manual deletion is discouraged as something that will tend to miss many of Windows First-class Protector’s well-concealed components and settings changes.

Windows First-Class Protector Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

Is your PC infected with Windows First-Class Protector? To safely & quickly detect Windows First-Class Protector, we highly recommend you run the malware scanner listed below.

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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-yblo.exe	564
2	%AppData%\NPSWF32.dll	N/A
3	%AppData%\result.db	N/A
4	%AppData%\Protector-[RANDOM 3 CHARACTERS].exe	N/A
5	%Desktop%\Windows First-Class Protector.lnk	N/A
6	%StartMenu%\Programs\Windows First-Class Protector.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.

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..\..\..\..{Subkeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "ID" = 4HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "net" = 2012-2-20_1HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\[RANDOM].exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\..{RunKeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "Inspector"