Windows Vista Internet Security 2012

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 Description

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 is a rogue anti-malware scanner that uses false pretenses about your computer’s security to waylay you into spending more money than you should on a Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 activation key (which is to say – any money whatsoever). Because Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 will create error messages and scanner results without checking for the PC threats that Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 displays as being present, SpywareRemove.com malware experts discourage any attempts to use Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 as an actual anti-malware product. Other symptoms of infection by Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 can include browser redirects, programs that are blocked with unusual error messages and the presence of unusual .exe files. However, all of these symptoms will cease as soon as you delete Windows Vista Internet Security 2012, a process that can be easily-managed by up-to-date PC security software.

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012: A Lie in Every Portion of Its Title

Once analyzed, Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 is easily-noticed as being fraudulent in every aspect of its marketing, since Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 isn’t especially-updated for 2012, isn’t specialized in Windows Vista, and certainly has nothing to do with your computer’s security – except in a negative sense. As a clone of previous scamware products belonging to the FakeRean that attack all versions of Windows and have existed with minimal changes between versions for some time, Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 displays similar behavior and even shares its appearance with Antispyware Pro 2012, Win 8 Security Suite 2013, XP Smart Defender Pro, Win 7 Home Security Pro 2013, Antivirus2008, Win 7 AntiVirus 2012, Win 7 Home Security 2013, Win Server Defender, Vista Security Plus 2013, Antivirus Pro 2009, XP Security Plus 2013, XP Home Security 2012, Internet Security 2012, Win 7/Win 8/XP Defender 2013, Win 7 Security 2013, Win 7 Defender, PC Defender Plus, XP Security Cleaner Pro, Win 7 Security Plus 2013, XP Security 2013, XP Total Security 2013, Win 7 Internet Security 2011, Palladium Pro, Spyware Protection 2010, Windows Vista Antivirus 2012, PCclean Pro, Windows 7 Internet Security 2012, Vista Antivirus 2012, AntivirusXP 2008, Windows Vista Security 2012, Windows Essentials Pro 2013, Vista Internet Security 2012, Win 7 Internet Security 2013, Win 8 Defender 2013, XP Internet Security 2013, Vista Antivirus 2008, XP Antivirus 2013, Privacy Protection, Win 7 Smart Defender Pro, Win 7/Vista/XP Smart Defender, Win 8 Antivirus 2013, XP Antispyware 2013, Vista Home Security 2013, XP Internet Security 2012, Vista Antivirus 2008, Windows XP Internet Security 2012, AntiSpy Safeguard, XP Internet Security Pro 2013, Windows Antivirus 2008, CleanThis, Win 8 Home Security 2013, Vista Antivirus 2013, XPdefender, Win 7/XP/Vista Protection 2013, Vista Antispyware 2013, XP Home Security 2013, Internet Security 2013, Vista Smart Defender Pro, Win 7 Security 2012, Vista Security 2012, Win 7 Antispyware 2013, Internet Protector, Internet Security, Vista Defender, Windows 7 Antispyware 2012, Win 8 Security System, Antivirus2008Pro, Win 7 Internet Security Pro 2013, ThinkPoint, Vista Security Cleaner Pro, Win 7 Internet Security 2012, Win 7 Antivirus 2013, XP Security 2012, Win 8 Antispyware 2013, XP Anti-Virus 2011, Vista Security 2013 and Win 7 Security Cleaner Pro.

SpywareRemove.com malware researchers were unsurprised to find that fake warnings about infections and miscellaneous system problems are the main symptoms of infection by Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 or one of its clones; although these messages are presented with a convincing Windows-based aesthetic, their content is always fraudulent. The following list is a few samples of the swarm of fake alerts that Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 can send your way:

Severe System Damage!
Spyware and viruses detected in the background. Sensitive system components under attack! Data loss, identity theft and system corruption are possible. Act now, click here for a free security scan.

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 Alert
Internet Explorer alert.

Visiting this site may pose a security threat to your system!
Possible reasons include:
- Dangerous code found in this site’s pages which installed unwanted software into your system.
- Suspicious and potentially unsafe network activity detected.
- Spyware infections in your system
- Complaints from other users about this site.
- Port and system scans performed by the site being visited.

Things you can do:
- Get a copy of [rogue program name] to safeguard your PC while surfing the web (RECOMMENDED)
- Run a spyware, virus and malware scan
- Continue surfing without any security measures (DANGEROUS)

Malware Intrusion!
Sensitive areas of your system were found to be under attack. Spy software attack or virus infection possible. Prevent further damage or your private data will get stolen. Run an anti-spyware scan now. Click here to start.

Virus Intrusion!
Your computer security is at risk. Spyware, worms, and Trojans were detected in the background. Prevent data corruption and credit card information theft. Safeguard your system and perform a free security scan now.

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 Alert
System Integrity Check
Warning! Sensitive data may be sent over your internet connection right now!
Threat: Trojan-PSW.Win32.Antigen.A

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 Firewall Alert
Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 has blocked a program from accessing the internet
Internet Explorer is infected with Trojan-BNK.Win32.Keylogger.gen
Private data can be stolen by third parties, including credit card details and passwords.

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012Alert
System Hacked!
Unknown program is scanning your system registry right now! Identity theft detected!
Threat: Backdoor.Perl.AEI.16

System warning!
Continue working in unprotected mode is very dangerous. Viruses can damage your confidential data and work on your computer. Click here to protect your computer.

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012Alert
Security hole detected!
A program is trying to exploit Windows security holes! Passwords and sensitive data may be stolen!
Threat: Trojan-Downloader.BAT.Ftp.ab

System warning!
Security Essentials Ultimate Pack software detects programs that may compromise your privacy and harm your systems. It is highly recommended you scan your PC right now. Click here to start.

Dealing with Windows Vista Internet Security 2012′s Sidearms as They Plug Away at Your Software

Even though fake alerts and scanner results are the primarily-visible attacks by Windows Vista Internet Security 2012, SpywareRemove.com malware experts also caution you to watch for subtler but even more damaging attacks than the above. Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 may use Trojans to:

Hijack your web browser to redirect it to the Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 website or to block off other sites with fake warnings (such as fraudulent firewall alerts).
Block anti-malware and security programs to prevent you from using them to delete Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 and related PC threats.

However, as long as you remove Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 with appropriate anti-malware software, lasting harm to your PC should be nonexistent. If Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 blocks your software, you can disable Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 by using any of several anti-malware strategies that SpywareRemove.com malware analysts have found to work in good stead – such as rebooting into Safe Mode, booting to the Command Prompt, booting Windows from a USB drive or switching to a secondary OS.

Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 Automatic Detection Tool (Recommended)

Is your PC infected with Windows Vista Internet Security 2012? To safely & quickly detect Windows Vista Internet Security 2012, we highly recommend you run the malware scanner listed below.

Download SpyHunter's* Malware Scanner to detect Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 What happens if Windows Vista Internet Security 2012 does not let you open SpyHunter or blocks the Internet?

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
1	%AllUsersProfile%\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]
2	%AppData%\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Templates\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]
3	%AppData%\Local\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe
4	%AppData%\Local\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]
5	%Temp%\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]

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..\..\..\..{Subkeys}HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe\shell\open\command "(Default)" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "%1" %*'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe\shell\open\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe\shell\runas\command "(Default)" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe\shell\runas\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\exefile "Content Type" = 'application/x-msdownload'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\exefile\shell\open\command "(Default)" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "%1" %*'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\exefile\shell\open\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\exefile\shell\runas\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe "(Default)" = 'exefile'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe "Content Type" = 'application/x-msdownload'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe\DefaultIcon "(Default)" = '%1" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe\shell\open\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe\shell\runas\command "(Default)" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe\shell\runas\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile "(Default)" = 'Application'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile "Content Type" = 'application/x-msdownload'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile\DefaultIcon "(Default)" = '%1'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile\shell\open\command "(Default)" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile\shell\open\command "IsolatedCommand" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile\shell\runas\command "(Default)" = '"%1" %*'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\exefile\shell\runas\command "IsolatedCommand" – '"%1" %*'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell\open\command "(Default)" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe"'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell\safemode\command "(Default)" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe" -safe-mode'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\IEXPLORE.EXE\shell\open\command "(Default)" = '"%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\.exe" /START "C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe"'