Windows Instant Scanner

Windows Instant Scanner Description

Windows Instant Scanner is one of the newest expansions to the Win32/FakeVimes classification of scamware. Like the other rogue anti-malware scanners that Windows Instant Scanner is copied from, Windows Instant Scanner pretends to be able to detect a range of attacks against your PC, including malicious software like rootkits, spyware and Trojans, but Windows Instant Scanner’s threat detection and elimination features are wholly fraudulent. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers recommend that you eject Windows Instant Scanner with a genuine anti-malware product, both because of Windows Instant Scanner’s inability to perform positive functions and its likelihood of attacking your computer with browser hijacks and application blockades. Since Windows Instant Scanner may block programs that could be used for its removal, it’s likewise encouraged for you to use common PC security techniques to shut Windows Instant Scanner down before you even attempt to scan your hard drive for Windows Instant Scanner’s components.

Windows Instant Scanner: an Instant Load of Computer Problems

Windows Instant Scanner’s predominant symptoms include the same types of fake warning messages and system scans that the rest of its family has achieved notoriety through using. Fake security pop-ups from Windows Instant Scanner can include alerts about specific types of hostile software, attacks against Windows components (like the Registry) or even apparent attempts at identity theft. SpywareRemove.com malware experts encourage ignoring all of the above, given that Windows Instant Scanner isn’t designed to have any sort of actual PC threat-defending features that would benefit your computer.

Such fake warnings are also common when victims attempt to launch programs that are blocked or damaged by Windows Instant Scanner – such as many types of security, anti-malware and OS diagnostic utilities.

Windows Instant Scanner may also attempt to redirect your web browser to unusual sites, particularly during any search engine usage. Sites that are promoted by Windows Instant Scanner should be avoided as a matter of course, since FakeVimes-based scamware like Windows Instant Scanner have been confirmed to promote web pages that contain hostile content. As a result of this hazard, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers suggest avoiding browser usage until you’ve disabled Windows Instant Scanner and can remove, at the very least, the components that are responsible for its browser redirects (which are, in most cases, unwarranted Hosts file changes).

The Fix to Windows Instant Scanner That’s Faster Than Its ‘Security’ Features

Windows Instant Scanner Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

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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-gjrt.exe	124
2	Protector-[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe	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_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "ID" = 0HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "net" = "2012-2-17_2"HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "UID" = "rudbxijemb"HKEY..\..\..\..{Subkeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "Inspector"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main\FeatureControl\FEATURE_ERROR_PAGE_BYPASS_ZONE_CHECK_FOR_HTTPS_KB954312HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\_avp32.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\_avpcc.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\ashDisp.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\divx.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\mostat.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\platin.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\tapinstall.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\zapsetup3001.exe