Windows Privacy Module

Windows Privacy Module Description

Windows Privacy Module’s features may appear to be handy security and anti-malware functions, but its true intentions are geared more towards attacking your computer’s integrity rather than safeguarding it. While Windows Privacy Module’s appearance strongly resembles baseline brands of Windows anti-malware software, the only warning messages from Windows Privacy Module are guaranteed to include misinformation about nonexistent attacks against your PC, ranging from unwarranted Windows Registry changes to identity theft. Windows Privacy Module may also attempt to modify your browser’s settings in ways that cause search hijacks or block genuine security tools under the pretense of protecting your computer. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers recommend deleting Windows Privacy Module’s fraudulent software by way of an actual anti-malware scanner, even if this requires that you use additional methods to shut Windows Privacy Module down beforehand.

Windows Privacy Module – a Doppelganger That Does Your PC Security a Major Disservice

Windows Privacy Module is easily identified as a clone of other modern variants of FakeVimes by its inclusion of fake features like its ‘Activate Ultimate Protection’ and Advanced Process Control, all of which are used to supplant legitimate software and security features. In its course of action to make you pay out in cash for its services, Windows Privacy Module conjures up fantasies about rootkits, keyloggers and even identity theft attacks in its fake pop-up alerts, many of which will imitate Windows-based warnings. As a rogue anti-malware program, Windows Privacy Module and its clones also include a simulated system scanner that will always return poor results – at least, until you dare to register Windows Privacy Module. Among the many clones of Windows Privacy Module are Windows System Defender, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Guard Tools, Keep Center Keeper, Enterprise Suite, Windows Warding System, Windows Virus Hunter, Windows Virtual Security, Windows Functionality Checker, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Home Patron, Windows PRO Scanner, Live Enterprise Suite, Windows Antivirus Release, My Security Wall, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows Interactive Safety, PrivacyGuard PRO, Windows Performance Catalyst, XP Smart Security, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Premium Console, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Custom Management, PC Live Guard, Windows Guard Solutions, Windows Protection Unit, Smart Engine, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows No-Risk Center, Windows Expert Series, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Multi Control System, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Windows Enterprise Suite, Smart Virus Eliminator, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Secure Surfer, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Stability Guard, Windows Threats Destroyer, Windows Software Saver, Windows Web Commander, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows High-End Protection, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows Profound Security, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows Security Suite, Windows No-Risk Agent, Smart Security, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows Tools Patch, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Interactive Security, Windows Instant Scanner, My Security Shield, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows Safety Series, Windows Protection Master, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Web Combat, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Maintenance Guard, Windows Active Guard, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Smart Partner, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Privacy Extension, Live PC Care, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Security Renewal, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Pro Solutions, Activate Ultimate Protection, Windows Privacy Counsel, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Antivirus Smart Protection, Volcano Security Suite, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Control Series, Windows Pro Web Helper, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Process Director, Windows Debug Center, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Security System, Windows Smart Warden, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, CleanUp Antivirus, Windows Managing System, Windows Defending Center, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Advanced Security Center, Security Master AV, Personal Security Sentinel, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Pro Defence, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Private Shield, Windows Secure Web Patch, My Security Engine, Windows Advanced User Patch, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Secure Workstation, Windows Pro Safety Release, Windows Defence Counsel, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Malware Sleuth, Virus Doctor, Internet Security Essentials, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Care Taker, Windows Abnormality Checker, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Active Defender, VirusSecurity, Windows Problems Stopper, Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows PC Aid, Windows Custom Safety, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Health Keeper, Windows Daily Adviser, Security Antivirus, Windows Pro Rescuer, Fast Antivirus 2009, Best Malware Protection, Home Safety Essentials, System Protection Tools, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Additional Guard, Internet Security Suite, Windows Proactive Safety, Extra Antivirus, Windows Shield Tool and Windows Safety Module.

SpywareRemove.com malware experts don’t see any point in spending real money on Windows Privacy Module’s fake security features, but they have found some purpose in faking Windows Privacy Module’s registration process. The code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020′ will allow you to do this and trick Windows Privacy Module into believing that Windows Privacy Module already has your money while you prepare to disinfect your PC – ideally by making use of a real anti-malware product that can identify and remove Windows Privacy Module and similar FakeVimes-based scamware.

The Underlying Urgency of a Windows Privacy Module Crisis

Fake security features are the most visible aspects of Windows Privacy Module’s attacks, but SpywareRemove.com malware research team considers some of Windows Privacy Module’s more surreptitious attacks to be of greater danger to your PC. Security problems accompanying infections by Windows Privacy Module can include:

• Hosts file changes that force your browser to redirect its searches from popular search engines to little-known and prospectively malicious sites.
• Blocked security programs, including anti-malware software. Due to this risk, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers suggest disabling Windows Privacy Module (via Safe Mode, a removable hard drive boot or other methods) before you try to disinfect your PC.
• Disabled Windows security features. Your browser may be allowed to download malicious files without accompanying warnings and administrative-privilege access may be granted to harmful programs (which can enable future attacks).

Windows Privacy Module Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

Visual & GUI Characteristics

Technical Details

Registry Modifications

• The following newly produced Registry Values are:
  HKEY..\..\{Value}HKEY_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"HKEY..\..\..\..{Subkeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\Inspector = %AppData%\Protector-[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe

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