Windows Privacy Counsel

Windows Privacy Counsel Description

Windows Privacy Counsel is a member of a family of fake anti-malware programs that imitate Windows security software in the process of conning you out of your money. While Windows Privacy Counsel and its identical cousins don’t have any ability to detect or remove malware, Windows Privacy Counsel will launch continual pop-ups that warn against identity theft, unwanted Registry changes, spyware infections and other PC threats. Since Windows Privacy Counsel is incapable of providing the very same security and anti-malware services that Windows Privacy Counsel wants you to purchase, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers advise you to delete Windows Privacy Counsel, like the digital conman Windows Privacy Counsel is, with a legitimate anti-malware scanner.

Windows Privacy Counsel – the Counselor That Offers Neither Good Advice Nor Privacy for Your Computer

Windows Privacy Counsel uses a range of Windows Security Center-esque features to make it look like Windows Privacy Counsel can detect and delete Trojans or other forms of hostile software, although these features are just Windows Privacy Counsel’s excuses for displaying inaccurate security warnings. Examples of its trademark features, which not one should be taken at its apparent significance, include:

The ‘Anti-phishing’ tool
The ‘Advanced Process Control,’ which replaces your Windows Task Manager without your consent.
Clones of basic Security Center features (the firewall, various scanner settings and a service manager).
A fake system scanner that always displays fraudulent infections – even if the only infection on your PC actually is Windows Privacy Counsel.

Names for these PC threats will lean towards alarming and high-level threats such as banking Trojans and phishing tools.

Since Windows Privacy Counsel launches itself and displays a range of different pop-up warnings automatically, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers have found that disabling Windows Privacy Counsel should be considered before any effort at removing Windows Privacy Counsel with anti-malware software. Booting your PC with either Safe Mode or a USB flash device should be sufficient for preventing Windows Privacy Counsel from starting.

Wrenching Control of Your PC Out of Windows Privacy Counsel’s Grasp

Besides alerting you to fake PC threats, Windows Privacy Counsel may also block programs by pretending that they’re infected or damaged. Anti-virus scanners, firewalls, Registry editors and memory process managers are all confirmed targets for Windows Privacy Counsel’s software-blocking attacks. Because Windows Privacy Counsel may modify the Registry in the course of blocking these programs, you may need to repair your Registry or reinstall these programs before they can function as usual.

Similar attacks can be expected from all members of Windows Privacy Counsel’s scamware family, which is currently-identified as a branch of FakeVimes. Similar types of rogue anti-malware programs that SpywareRemove.com malware research team has analyzed include Windows Functionality Checker, Windows Safety Module, Windows Pro Solutions, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Active Defender, Smart Security, Windows Software Saver, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Virtual Firewall, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Warding System, Windows Instant Scanner, Windows Secure Web Patch, Windows Proactive Safety, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Windows Antivirus Release, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Expert Series, Windows Process Director, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows Private Shield, Windows Profound Security, Windows Security Suite, Windows Secure Workstation, Enterprise Suite, Windows Virus Hunter, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows No-Risk Center, Windows Security Renewal, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, PC Live Guard, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows Security System, System Protection Tools, My Security Engine, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows High-End Protection, Security Master AV, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Multi Control System, Windows Control Series, Windows Maintenance Guard, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Fast Antivirus 2009, Volcano Security Suite, Additional Guard, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Custom Management, Smart Virus Eliminator, Extra Antivirus, Best Malware Protection, Windows Care Taker, Internet Security Essentials, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Defending Center, Windows Guard Solutions, Windows Pro Web Helper, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Smart Warden, Keep Center Keeper, Smart Engine, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Premium Console, My Security Shield, Antivirus Smart Protection, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows PC Aid, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows Threats Destroyer, Security Antivirus, CleanUp Antivirus, Windows Advanced User Patch, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Virtual Angel, XP Smart Security, Windows Stability Guard, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Managing System, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Web Combat, Virus Doctor, PrivacyGuard PRO, Internet Security Suite, Windows Interactive Safety, Windows Health Keeper, Activate Ultimate Protection, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Firewall Constructor, VirusSecurity, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Active Guard, Windows Secure Surfer, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Custom Safety, Live PC Care, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Home Patron, Windows Enterprise Suite, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Virtual Security, Windows Smart Partner, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Abnormality Checker, Live Enterprise Suite, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Debug Center, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Advanced Security Center, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Privacy Extension, Windows Tools Patch, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows Web Commander, Windows Safety Series, Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows Interactive Security, Windows Protection Master, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Pro Defence, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Pro Safety Release, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows System Defender, Windows Performance Catalyst, Windows Telemetry Center, My Security Wall, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Safety Maintenance, Personal Security Sentinel, Windows Protection Unit, Windows ProSecure Scanner and Windows Defence Counsel.

Windows Privacy Counsel Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's* Malware Scanner to detect Windows Privacy Counsel What happens if Windows Privacy Counsel 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	Windows Privacy Counsel.lnk	403
2	%APPDATA%\ Protector-ujiq.exe	372
3	%AppData%\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\Run\Inspector = %AppData%\Protector-[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\a.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\aAvgApi.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AAWTray.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\About.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\ackwin32.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\Ad-Aware.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\adaware.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\advxdwin.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AdwarePrj.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\agent.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\agentsvr.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\agentw.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\alertsvc.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\alevir.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\alogserv.exe\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AlphaAV.exe\Debugger = svchost.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AlphaAV\"Debugger" = "svchost.exe"