Windows Software Saver

Windows Software Saver Description

Windows Software Saver advertises itself as a security program with more features than you can shake a stick at, but Windows Software Saver’s real features are all involved in dumping fraudulent system info, attacking your web browser and hindering your actual security software. Since Windows Software Saver is a confirmed clone of identical types of scamware of FakeVimes origin, SpywareRemove.com malware researchers encourage treating Windows Software Saver as a threat to your PC and ignoring its various attempts to mislead you with false alerts or encourage you to hand money over to its criminal developers. Windows Software Saver is removable by competent brands of anti-malware software, but since Windows Software Saver will launch when Windows start and may block such programs, you may need to use an especially secure method of booting Windows to disable Windows Software Saver before you can delete Windows Software Saver in its entirety.

Windows Software Saver – the Software That Secretly Damns Your PC

While Windows Software Saver acts as though it has system-scanning features, virus detection, phishing-blockers and even a process manager that replaces the Task Manager, SpywareRemove.com malware experts have found each and every one of these features to be a sham. Rogue anti-virus scanners like Windows Software Saver are known for creating heavily exaggerated warning messages to make their services seem needed, and Windows Software Saver is no exception, with a multitude of fake pop-ups to supplement its fake scanner results:

Because Windows Software Saver doesn’t have real threat detection or diagnostic features, any system information from Windows Software Saver should be automatically discarded as deceptive, and you should never purchase Windows Software Saver as a method of disinfecting your computer.

SpywareRemove.com malware analysts further note that Windows Software Saver may also engage in attacks such as:

Changing your Hosts file settings to hijack your web browser, particularly in the case of search engine-based websites.
Disabling security-related programs and memory processes, as well as some types of competing rogue anti-virus applications.
Reducing your web browser’s security by enabling it to download files with invalid signatures without any warning messages.

True Salvation from the Problems That Windows Software Saver Can Cause

Even though Windows Software Saver is a very new addition to the Win32/FakeVimes family, FakeVimes has been around for years, and new variants of Windows Software Saver and similar PC threats are emerging on an ongoing basis. The majority of these clones are visually identical to Windows Software Saver and bear names such as Windows Stability Guard, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Secure Web Patch, Windows Protection Maintenance, VirusSecurity, Windows Protection Master, Windows Security System, CleanUp Antivirus, XP Smart Security, Windows Care Taker, Windows System Defender, Windows Safety Series, Windows Enterprise Suite, Windows Premium Guard, Additional Guard, My Security Engine, Windows Interactive Security, Windows Functionality Checker, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Maintenance Guard, PrivacyGuard PRO, Best Malware Protection, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Smart Engine, Windows Process Director, Windows PC Aid, Windows Instant Scanner, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Secure Surfer, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Private Shield, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Tools Patch, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Security Renewal, Windows Protection Unit, Windows Pro Safety Release, Home Safety Essentials, Extra Antivirus, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Control Series, Windows Antivirus Release, Windows Privacy Counsel, Windows Custom Management, Internet Security Essentials, Windows No-Risk Center, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Active Defender, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Security Antivirus, Internet Security Suite, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Warding System, Windows Virtual Security, Live PC Care, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows Secure Workstation, Total Anti Malware Protection, Windows Active Guard, Windows Maintenance Suite, PC Live Guard, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Debug Center, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Guard Solutions, Volcano Security Suite, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Safety Module, Windows Multi Control System, Windows Profound Security, Windows Smart Partner, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Software Keeper, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows Defence Counsel, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Abnormality Checker, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Windows Advanced User Patch, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Home Patron, Windows Advanced Security Center, Windows Proactive Safety, Enterprise Suite, Smart Virus Eliminator, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Custom Safety, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Proprietary Advisor, My Security Wall, Windows Threats Destroyer, Windows Managing System, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows Defending Center, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Security Suite, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows High-End Protection, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Advanced Toolkit, My Security Shield, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Health Keeper, Keep Center Keeper, Personal Security Sentinel, Security Master AV, Live Enterprise Suite, Antivirus Smart Protection, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Virus Hunter, Windows Web Combat, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Pro Defence, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows Safety Wizard, Windows Web Commander, Windows AntiHazard Helper, System Protection Tools, Windows Expert Series, Windows Interactive Safety, Windows Performance Catalyst, Smart Security, Windows Smart Warden, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Premium Console, Fast Antivirus 2009, Windows Basic Antivirus, Virus Doctor, Activate Ultimate Protection, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows Pro Solutions, Windows Privacy Extension, Anti-Malware Lab, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows Internet Booster and Windows Pro Web Helper.

Since any of the above examples of rogue AV products, along with Windows Software Saver, may work to disable your security software, you may have to disable them before you can disinfect your PC. SpywareRemove.com malware research team has found Safe Mode to be an effective countermeasure to the startup routines for PC threats like Windows Software Saver, which will allow you to remove Windows Software Saver with a simple scan by appropriate software.

Windows Software Saver Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's* Malware Scanner to detect Windows Software Saver What happens if Windows Software Saver 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 Software Saver.lnk	658
2	%APPDATA%\ Protector-aafo.exe	262
3	%AppData%\result.db	N/A
4	%AppData%\NPSWF32.dll	N/A
5	%AppData%\Protector-[RANDOM 3 CHARACTERS].exe	N/A
6	%CommonStartMenu%\Programs\Windows Software Saver.lnk	N/A
7	%Desktop%\Windows Software Saver.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.

The following newly produced Registry Values are:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\..{RunKeys}HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "Inspector"

Posted: March 24, 2012 | By SpywareRemove