Windows Pro Safety Release
Windows Pro Safety Release Description
Windows Pro Safety Release, while acting like an independent and supposedly reputable anti-virus scanner, actually is the umpteenth rubber stamped entry into Win32/FakeVimes, a prolific group of rogue AV products. Like all of its many relatives, Windows Pro Safety Release doesn’t have actual anti-virus features, but covers up this deficiency by creating fake alerts about scripted attacks, identity theft and the presence of PC threats that actually aren’t on your hard drive at all. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers encourage Windows Pro Safety Release’s hasty removal with any genuine anti-malware program, particularly since FakeVimes-based scamware like Windows Pro Safety Release have also been known to resort to browser redirect attacks and attempts to block Windows security applications.How Windows Pro Safety Release Shuts Off Your PC’s Safeguards One by One
As a clone of other recent members of FakeVimes, Windows Pro Safety Release imitates their superficial appearance of possessing anti-virus and security functions. From system scans to anti-phishing defenses, Windows Pro Safety Release appears to have it all, but SpywareRemove.com malware experts have confirmed every one of these features to be fraudulent. One such ‘feature,’ a memory-monitoring utility, even replaces the Windows Task Manager, depriving you of a basic Windows tool.
If anything, Windows Pro Safety Release can be considered scamware that actually forces you to release your computer’s grip on its safety, since Windows Pro Safety Release and other PC threats from its family have been found to attack a range of other security-related programs, particularly anti-malware products and other types of applications that are included with the Windows OS.
Putting a Stop to Windows Pro Safety Release’s Scam as Soon as It Starts
Windows Pro Safety Release, like all Win32/FakeVimes-based PC threats, may not have any real security features, but its desire for your money is certainly real enough. While Windows Pro Safety Release will ask you to register Windows Pro Safety Release so that Windows Pro Safety Release can remove the nigh-infinite army of Trojans, keyloggers and other PC threats that Windows Pro Safety Release claims are assaulting your computer, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers discourage this course of action, since even Windows Pro Safety Release’s registered version doesn’t have any positive attributes. Among the many clones of Windows Pro Safety Release are Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Windows Home Patron, Windows Secure Workstation, Best Malware Protection, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Pro Solutions, Windows Premium Defender, Security Master AV, Virus Doctor, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Active Defender, Windows Secure Web Patch, Personal Security Sentinel, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Warding System, PC Live Guard, Windows Smart Partner, Windows High-End Protection, Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Defence Counsel, Windows Threats Destroyer, Windows Tools Patch, Windows Activity Debugger, Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Safety Series, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Secure Surfer, Smart Security, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows Managing System, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Private Shield, Internet Security Suite, Windows Premium Guard, Activate Ultimate Protection, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Software Saver, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Active Guard, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows Web Commander, Windows Crucial Scanner, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Guardian Angel, My Security Shield, Windows Personal Doctor, PrivacyGuard PRO, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Health Keeper, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Multi Control System, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Advanced User Patch, Extra Antivirus, Live PC Care, Windows Virus Hunter, Live Enterprise Suite, CleanUp Antivirus, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows Privacy Counsel, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows Pro Web Helper, Windows Process Director, Windows Premium Console, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Custom Safety, Windows Enterprise Suite, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows No-Risk Center, XP Smart Security, Windows Profound Security, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows System Defender, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Smart Warden, Windows Protection Unit, Windows PC Aid, Volcano Security Suite, Windows Safety Manager, Smart Virus Eliminator, Antivirus Smart Protection, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Maintenance Guard, Windows Custom Management, Additional Guard, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Protection Master, Windows First-Class Protector, Fast Antivirus 2009, System Protection Tools, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Instant Scanner, Smart Engine, VirusSecurity, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows Guard Solutions, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Interactive Security, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Security Renewal, Enterprise Suite, My Security Engine, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Pro Defence, Windows Security System, Windows Virtual Security, Security Antivirus, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Risk Minimizer, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Expert Series, Windows Antivirus Release, Internet Security Essentials, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Proactive Safety, Keep Center Keeper, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Abnormality Checker, Windows Advanced Security Center, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Interactive Safety, Windows Care Taker, Windows Privacy Extension, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Web Combat, Windows Performance Catalyst, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Debug Center, Windows Defending Center, Windows Functionality Checker, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Safety Module, Windows Stability Guard, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, My Security Wall, Windows Security Suite and Windows Control Series.
Nonetheless, some victims of Windows Pro Safety Release attacks have found it useful to fake Windows Pro Safety Release’s registration by using the code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020,’ which is universally-accepted amongst recent members of Win32/FakeVimes. Registering Windows Pro Safety Release in this fashion can simplify removing Windows Pro Safety Release later, although it shouldn’t be considered a substitute for it (since Windows Pro Safety Release may still continue to block security software, hijack your web browser or indulge in equivalently malicious behavior).
Windows Pro Safety Release Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)
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What happens if Windows Pro Safety Release 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 %APPDATA%\ Protector-qvao.exe 689 2 Windows Pro Safety Release.lnk 372 3 %APPDATA%\ Protector-snih.exe 61 4 %AppData%\NPSWF32.dll N/A 5 %AppData%\Protector-[RANDOM 3 CHARACTERS].exe N/A 6 %AppData%\Protector-[RANDOM 4 CHARACTERS].exe N/A 7 %AppData%\result.db N/A 8 %CommonStartMenu%\Programs\Windows Pro Safety Release.lnk N/A 9 %Desktop%\Windows Pro Safety Release.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.
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 "net" = "2012-2-17_2"HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "UID" = "rudbxijemb"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_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.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\..{RunKeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "Inspector"
Posted: May 18, 2012 | By SpywareRemove
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