Windows Pro Defence

Windows Pro Defence Description

One of the latest variants from a well-known group of rogue anti-malware products, Windows Pro Defence uses system scans, pop-up alerts and other forms of fake security information to wheedle a purchase out of its victims. While Windows Pro Defence may seem as though Windows Pro Defence is detecting malicious software and direct attacks left and right, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers haven’t seen any indications that Windows Pro Defence is any more capable of performing security functions than other scamware from FakeVimes. Even if you can identify Windows Pro Defence as the fraudster Windows Pro Defence is, Windows Pro Defence’s simple presence on your PC can result in security risks due to altered Windows settings and inaccessible software, and Windows Pro Defence’s speedy deletion via a real anti-malware scanner is heavily advised.

Why Putting Your Dukes Up Against Windows Pro Defence Might Be Wise

Windows Pro Defence looks and is promoted by other PC threats as a form of anti-malware and PC security software, but Windows Pro Defence’s seemingly multitudinous security functions are inaccurate, and, at best, can only dish out fake information about Trojan infections, identity theft attacks, Windows Registry attacks and the like. While Windows Pro Defence’s error messages and scans will try to make it appear like many types of PC threats are endangering your computer, Windows Pro Defence doesn’t have any ability to find or remove harmful software. Naturally, SpywareRemove.com malware experts discourage spending money on Windows Pro Defence’s poor services, although faking the registration process with the code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020′ can be useful for both Windows Pro Defence and other FakeVimes-based scamware.

Likely infection vectors for Windows Pro Defence and related PC threats include fake media downloads (such as updates for codecs or movie players) and online simulations of system scanners that recommend the installation of unspecific security software. Avoiding disreputable or vague software downloads is one of several methods that can be used to protect your computer from likely FakeVimes-based scamware attacks – a group that includes both Windows Pro Defence and similar PC threats like Windows Care Taker, My Security Wall, My Security Shield, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Sleek Performance, VirusSecurity, Windows PC Aid, Windows System Defender, Antivirus Smart Protection, Windows Smart Warden, Activate Ultimate Protection, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows Protection Unit, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Threats Destroyer, Windows Abnormality Checker, Live PC Care, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Virus Hunter, PC Live Guard, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows Process Director, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Windows Security Suite, Windows Protection Master, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Virus Doctor, Live Enterprise Suite, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Active Guard, Windows Stability Guard, Windows Guard Solutions, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Software Saver, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Performance Catalyst, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Premium Console, Windows Privacy Extension, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Multi Control System, Windows Custom Management, Windows Web Commander, Windows Tools Patch, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Warding System, Windows Pro Web Helper, System Protection Tools, Windows Problems Stopper, Smart Engine, Windows Health Keeper, Windows Safety Module, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, PrivacyGuard PRO, Windows Virtual Security, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Volcano Security Suite, Windows Secure Web Patch, My Security Engine, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Safety Series, Windows Debug Center, Windows Antivirus Release, CleanUp Antivirus, Personal Security Sentinel, Smart Security, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Profound Security, Security Master AV, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Managing System, Windows Proactive Safety, Windows Secure Workshop, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows Advanced Security Center, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Pro Safety Release, Windows Defending Center, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows High-End Protection, Extra Antivirus, Additional Guard, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows Custom Safety, Windows No-Risk Center, Windows Private Shield, Keep Center Keeper, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Control Series, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Active Defender, Windows Security Renewal, Best Malware Protection, Windows Firewall Constructor, Internet Security Suite, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Secure Surfer, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Expert Series, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Pro Solutions, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Fast Antivirus 2009, Windows Interactive Security, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Maintenance Guard, Windows Home Patron, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Anti-Malware Lab, Smart Virus Eliminator, Windows Malware Sleuth, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Smart Partner, Windows Advanced User Patch, Windows Web Combat, Windows Security System, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Privacy Counsel, Security Antivirus, Windows Functionality Checker, Enterprise Suite, Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Interactive Safety, Internet Security Essentials, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Secure Workstation, XP Smart Security, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Defence Counsel, Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Instant Scanner, Windows Enterprise Suite and Windows Antivirus Machine.

Windows Pro Defence: Starting at Fake Threat Detector and Workings It Way to Real Threat Provider

Windows Pro Defence may not be able to fill any niches that you’d want from real anti-malware programs, but, lamentably, Windows Pro Defence does include real features that can be significantly detrimental to your computer’s safety. SpywareRemove.com malware experts have outlined the worst of these as follows, and also note that they may occur without visible symptoms:

• Redirects to malicious, fraudulent or spam-oriented websites (typically by redirecting your browser’s search results).
• An inability to use other applications, including tools like the Task Manager that could be used to help remove Windows Pro Defence. You may also receive fake pop-ups that announce that these blocked programs are infected.
• Lowered security settings for your web browser; this places your PC at a greater risk than normal of being attacked by malicious websites, drive-by-downloads and fraudulent files.

Windows Pro Defence Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

Visual & GUI Characteristics

Technical Details

Registry Modifications

• 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" = "2012-6-24_4"HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "UID" = "wmlkovyjad"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\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\alevir.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\bipcpevalsetup.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\gbmenu.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msdm.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\protector.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\srng.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\W3asbas.exeHKEY_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.
  4	Error Attempt to modify registry key entries detected. Registry entry analysis is recommended.
  5	Error Attempt to run a potentially dangerous script detected. Full system scan is highly recommended.
  6	Error Keylogger activity detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to activate protection and run a full system scan.

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