Windows Turnkey Console

Windows Turnkey Console Description

Windows Turnkey Console is an amusingly accurately-named PC threat, given that, like other FakeVimes-based scamware, Windows Turnkey Console is closer to being your computer’s jailer than its savior. While Windows Turnkey Console displays the same types of fraudulent security alerts and inaccurate system scan routines that similar variants of FakeVimes are known for, Windows Turnkey Console may also make direct attempts to cripple your computer’s security features. All of Windows Turnkey Console’s efforts are focused on getting you to buy its software, but SpywareRemove.com malware research suggest turning an about face and removing Windows Turnkey Console with a reputable anti-malware scanner, since Windows Turnkey Console’s mere presence can subject your computer to continuous assault by browser hijacks and program-blocking attacks.

Windows Turnkey Console: the Jailer with Bad Intel for Its Prisoners

Windows Turnkey Console shares the same template as other recent variants of the FakeVimes family of rogue anti-malware scanners. As such, an initial look at Windows Turnkey Console might convince you that Windows Turnkey Console has the answer to all of your computer problems from viruses to phishing sites. Lamentably, though, SpywareRemove.com malware research team has confirmed that Windows Turnkey Console isn’t able to provide any sort of accurate security-related information or delete hostile software from your hard drive.

Windows Turnkey Console’s substitutions for these feats are fake pop-up warnings and other forms of diagnostic information that always alert you to the supposed presence of nonexistent attackers and PC threats (such as keyloggers, Trojans or identity theft attacks).

Along with these fake security efforts, Windows Turnkey Console may also block security-related features of Windows along with a variety of security programs, and SpywareRemove.com malware experts have also seen strong indications that Windows Turnkey Console may indulge itself in browser redirect attacks to promote harmful websites. Some of the main kinds of programs that Windows Turnkey Console can prevent you from using include:

Popular brands of anti-virus and anti-malware scanners.
The Windows Task Manager (a utility that allows you to view memory processes).
The Windows Registry Viewer/Editor.

Enacting a Jailbreak from Windows Turnkey Console’s PC Prison

Because many of Windows Turnkey Console’s attacks make changes to the Windows Registry, Hosts file and other parts of Windows, SpywareRemove.com malware experts discourage manual attempts to revert Windows Turnkey Console’s changes or delete Windows Turnkey Console. Industry-recognized anti-malware programs are able to remove all aspects of a Windows Turnkey Console infection whilst keeping the potential for damage to your operating system absolutely minimized.

You may wish to register or disable Windows Turnkey Console before you run a scan to elicit Windows Turnkey Console’s removal. Rogue anti-malware programs from the FakeVimes classification like Windows Turnkey Console are often able to be registered with the free code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020.’ Disabling Windows Turnkey Console can also be accomplished by using the Windows Safe Mode feature or by booting your OS from a removable media-based source. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers note that analogous techniques can also be put in use to Windows Turnkey Console’s clones such as Windows Pro Web Helper, Windows Control Series, Windows Secure Surfer, Live Enterprise Suite, Windows High-End Protection, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Warding System, Activate Ultimate Protection, System Protection Tools, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Private Shield, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Custom Management, Windows Active Guard, Internet Security Suite, Windows Antivirus Patch, Best Malware Protection, Windows Active Defender, PC Live Guard, Live PC Care, Windows Expert Series, Virus Doctor, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows Software Saver, Windows Pro Safety Release, Windows Multi Control System, Windows Guard Tools, Windows Web Combat, VirusSecurity, Windows Care Taker, Windows Safety Maintenance, Windows Proactive Safety, Windows Advanced User Patch, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Functionality Checker, Windows Threats Destroyer, Smart Security, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows Antivirus Release, Windows Virtual Security, Windows Enterprise Suite, Additional Guard, Smart Engine, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Premium Console, Windows Web Commander, Windows Secure Web Patch, Windows Protection Maintenance, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Pro Safety, Smart Virus Eliminator, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Performance Catalyst, Strong Malware Defender, Enterprise Suite, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows Security Renewal, Personal Security Sentinel, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows Guard Solutions, XP Smart Security, Windows Debug Center, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Advanced Security Center, Windows Security Suite, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Protection Master, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Interactive Safety, Volcano Security Suite, Windows Stability Guard, My Security Wall, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Managing System, Windows Abnormality Checker, Windows Smart Partner, Windows Custom Safety, Windows Maintenance Guard, CleanUp Antivirus, My Security Engine, Home Malware Cleaner, Windows Virus Hunter, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Privacy Module, My Security Shield, Windows Security System, Personal Internet Security 2011, Antivirus Smart Protection, Fast Antivirus 2009, Windows Defence Counsel, Windows Secure Workstation, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Shielding Utility, PrivacyGuard PRO, Windows System Defender, Windows Smart Warden, Internet Security Essentials, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows PC Aid, Windows Interactive Security, Windows Profound Security, Windows Secure Workshop, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Safety Series, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Pro Defence, Windows Protection Unit, Windows Basic Antivirus, Windows Defending Center, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows No-Risk Center, Windows Pro Solutions, Windows Instant Scanner, Windows Privacy Extension, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Process Director, Windows Enterprise Defender, Windows Health Keeper, Windows Daily Adviser, Windows Home Patron, Windows AntiHazard Center, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows Safety Wizard, Extra Antivirus, Windows Tools Patch, Windows Privacy Counsel, Security Antivirus, Windows Safety Module, Windows Internet Booster, Security Master AV, Total Anti Malware Protection, Keep Center Keeper, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Virtual Firewall and Windows Be-on-Guard Edition.

Windows Turnkey Console Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's* Malware Scanner to detect Windows Turnkey Console What happens if Windows Turnkey Console 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-vkvq.exe	497
2	%APPDATA%\ Protector-ennp.exe	330
3	Windows Turnkey Console.lnk	314
4	%APPDATA%\ Protector-rep.exe	61
5	Protector-[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe	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..\..\{Value}HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\afwserv.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\avastsvc.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\avastui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\egui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe' HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\ekrn.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msascui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msmpeng.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msseces.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\SystemRestore "DisableSR " = '1'