Windows Smart Partner

Windows Smart Partner Description

Windows Smart Partner is a rogue anti-malware and security program that displays irrelevant and inaccurate alerts about Trojans, keyloggers and other PC threats being on your computer when Windows Smart Partner doesn’t have any ability to find or remove any sort of malicious software. Pop-up alerts and even Windows Smart Partner’s automated system scans don’t have any purpose except to tempt you into buying the full version of Windows Smart Partner, which SpywareRemove.com malware researchers discourage as a needless expenditure of your cash. Since Windows Smart Partner belongs to a family of fake anti-malware applications that may also attack unrelated programs and prevent them from running, you should treat Windows Smart Partner as a potentially serious threat to the safety of your PC and remove Windows Smart Partner with a preferred anti-malware scanner whenever you can do so.

Windows Smart Partner: A Semi-Intelligent Solution to Your Computer’s Real Security

Windows Smart Partner is a Windows-based fake anti-malware program that launches itself automatically for the purpose of displaying simulations of system scans and error messages. Although Windows Smart Partner may pretend to offer anti-phishing technology and other security measures, all of these features are fake, and Windows Smart Partner’s only working functions involve displaying inaccurate information that should be ignored. SpywareRemove.com malware experts have supplied the following examples of some of the fake warnings that Windows Smart Partner may show apropos of nothing, although this list may not be definitive:

Warning! Running trial version!
The security of your computer has been compromised!
Now running trial version of the software!
Click here to purchase the full version of the software and get full protection for your PC!

Warning!
Location: [Application file path]
Viruses: Backdoor.Win32.Rbot

Warning! Database update failed!
Database update failed!
Outdated viruses databases are not effective and can’t [sic] guarantee adequate protection and security for your PC!
Click here to get the full version of the product and update the database!

System Security Warning
Attempt to modify register key entries is detected.

Register entries analysis is recommended.

Warning!
Name: [ASpplication file name]
Name: [Application file path]
Application that seems to be a key-logger is detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to enable the security mode and run total System scanning.

Since Windows Smart Partner would prefer that you didn’t uninstall Windows Smart Partner until you’ve paid out money for its fraudulent software, Windows Smart Partner may also use other attacks that circumvent your computer’s security software deliberately, to deprive you of access to PC security information or to make it appear as though unrelated applications have been damaged by nonexistent PC threats. To this end, Windows Smart Partner may constantly scan your PC for active memory processes to be shut down – this broad list of target programs can include instant messenger clients, e-mail clients, JavaScript, Flash, general Adobe products like Photoshop, webcam utilities, web browsers and built-in Windows utilities like the Registry Editor.

Unshackling Yourself from Windows Smart Partner’s Unsound Partnership

Windows Smart Partner should be removed by legitimate anti-malware products that can detect and delete both Windows Smart Partner and any other PC threats that may have assisted with its installation or been installed with Windows Smart Partner. Although launching your anti-malware software under normal conditions may cause its scans to be circumvented, in most cases, booting into Safe Mode or making use of other techniques to disable Windows Smart Partner’s startup routine should let you remove Windows Smart Partner without any further incidents.

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

Windows Smart Partner Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

Visual & GUI Characteristics

Technical Details

Registry Modifications

• The following newly produced Registry Values are:
  HKEY..\..\..\..{Subkeys}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\Run!InspectorHKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "ID" = 4HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings "net' = 2012-2-20_1HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\{RANDOM CHARACTERS}.exe

Additional Information

• The following messages's were detected:
  

  #	Message
  1	Error Keylogger activity detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to activate protection and run a full system scan.
  2	Error Potential malware detected. It is recommended to activate protection and perform a thorough system scan to remove the malware.
  3	Error Software without a digital signature detected. Your system files are at risk. We strongly advise you to activate your protection.
  4	Warning Firewall has blocked a program from accessing the Internet. Windows Media Player Resources C:\Windows\system32\dllcache\wmploc.dll C:\Windows\system32\dllcache\wmploc.dll is suspected to have infected your PC. This type of virus intercepts entered data and transmits them to a remote server.
  5	Warning Firewall has blocked a program from accessing the Internet. Windows Media Player Resources C:\Windows\system32\dllcache\wmploc.dll C:\Windows\system32\dllcache\wmploc.dll is suspected to have infected your PC. This type of virus intercepts entered data and transmits them to a remote server.
  6	Warning! Virus Detected Threat detected: FTP Server Infected file: C:\Windows\System32\dllcache\wmploc.dll

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