Windows Web Combat

Windows Web Combat Description

With all the outer looks of a real anti-malware program but none of the genuine anti-malware features that a reputable brand would boast, Windows Web Combat is a good example of looks being deceiving for little-known software. Since SpywareRemove.com malware research team has identified Windows Web Combat, not only as a rogue anti-malware scanner, but as an explicit member of the FakeVimes family of the same, you should be prepared for the possibility of unwarranted security changes, browser redirects and blocked security applications with any Windows Web Combat infection. Nonetheless, Windows Web Combat’s most common and easily-detected symptoms are the various fake warnings and scans that Windows Web Combat uses to create a mockup of countless PC threats attacking your computer, and Windows Web Combat’s security information should never be considered accurate or purchase-worthy.

Windows Web Combat and the Battle for Control Over Your Computer

Windows Web Combat is unable to provide any of the anti-malware features that Windows Web Combat claims are worth your money, although its external appearance may initially obfuscate this. As scamware that launches right along with Windows, Windows Web Combat will display its fake pop-up alerts for phishing attacks, identity theft, Trojan infections and other PC threats without any regard for their accuracy or lack of such. Likewise, Windows Web Combat may also look as though Windows Web Combat can scan your PC, but its scanner results are predefined to include inaccurate lists of infections, as well as the scan results presented by its many clones which have among them Home Malware Cleaner, Windows PC Aid, Personal Internet Security 2011, Windows AntiHazard Center, My Security Engine, Windows Pro Web Helper, Windows Guardian Angel, Windows Active Defender, Windows First-Class Protector, Windows Privacy Module, Windows Secure Web Patch, Windows Anti-Malware Patch, Windows Performance Adviser, Windows Profound Security, Windows Trouble Taker, Windows Virtual Angel, Windows Safety Series, Windows Antihazard Solution, Windows Pro Rescuer, Windows Secure Workshop, Internet Security Essentials, VirusSecurity, Windows Care Taker, Windows Advanced User Patch, Live PC Care, Windows Maintenance Guard, Windows Privacy Counsel, Windows Safety Module, Windows Pro Safety Release, Windows Risk Minimizer, Windows Be-on-Guard Edition, Windows Safety Maintenance, Fast Antivirus 2009, Home Safety Essentials, Windows Smart Partner, Smart Internet Protection 2012, Volcano Security Suite, Windows ProSecurity Scanner, Windows Premium Defender, Windows Advanced Security Center, Antivirus Smart Protection, Windows Proactive Safety, Virus Doctor, My Security Shield, Anti-Malware Lab, Windows AntiHazard Helper, Windows Ultimate Security Patch, Windows Control Series, My Security Wall, Smart Anti-Malware Protection, Windows Antivirus Care, Windows Sleek Performance, Windows Antivirus Rampart, Windows Maintenance Suite, Windows Expert Series, Smart Security, Windows Managing System, Best Antivirus Software, Windows Home Patron, Windows Ultimate Safeguard, Smart Virus Eliminator, PC Live Guard, Windows Telemetry Center, Windows Pro Safety, Windows Pro Defence, Windows ProSecure Scanner, Windows Safeguard Upgrade, Windows Safety Wizard, Enterprise Suite, Windows Malware Sleuth, Windows Internet Booster, Windows Pro Solutions, Windows Premium Guard, Windows Safety Checkpoint, Windows Active Guard, Windows Debug Center, Windows Antivirus Patch, Windows Multi Control System, Smart Engine, Windows Private Shield, Windows Virtual Security, Windows Defence Counsel, XP Smart Security, Windows Safety Manager, Windows Custom Management, Windows Security Suite, Windows Defending Center, Smart Internet Protection 2011, Windows Secure Surfer, Windows Proprietary Advisor, Windows Antivirus Release, Windows Premium Console, Windows Security Renewal, Internet Security Suite, Windows Protection Unit, Windows Advanced Toolkit, Windows Web Commander, Live Enterprise Suite, Windows Software Keeper, Windows Virus Hunter, Windows Antivirus Machine, Windows Secure Workstation, Windows Enterprise Defender, Total Anti Malware Protection, System Protection Tools, Windows Guard Tools, Windows High-End Protection, PrivacyGuard PRO, Best Malware Protection, Windows Firewall Constructor, Windows Crucial Scanner, Windows System Defender, Windows Custodian Utility, Windows Shielding Utility, Windows Stability Guard, Windows No-Risk Agent, Windows Activity Debugger, Windows Abnormality Checker, Windows Security System, Security Master AV, Windows Smart Warden, CleanUp Antivirus, Windows PRO Scanner, Windows Efficiency Accelerator, Windows Enterprise Suite, Windows Problems Stopper, Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Turnkey Console, Windows Protection Master, Additional Guard, Windows Privacy Extension, Windows Protection Maintenance, Windows Performance Catalyst, Windows Tools Patch, Windows Guard Solutions, Windows Interactive Security, Windows Shield Tool, Windows Warding System, Windows Interactive Safety, Windows Software Saver, Activate Ultimate Protection, Keep Center Keeper, Windows Health Keeper, Security Antivirus, Windows No-Risk Center, Windows Custom Safety, Windows Functionality Checker, Extra Antivirus, Windows Personal Doctor, Windows Safety Toolkit, Windows Daily Adviser, Personal Security Sentinel, Strong Malware Defender, Windows Instant Scanner, Windows Process Director, Windows Basic Antivirus and Windows Threats Destroyer.

However, fake security features should be the least of your concerns in any Windows Web Combat infection, given that SpywareRemove.com malware experts have also spotted this class of rogue anti-malware programs using more severe attacks than simple pop-ups and simulated scans. Any infection by Windows Web Combat can also include such possible attacks as:

• Applications that are blocked under fraudulent pretenses. Blocked programs can include various types of security software, such as firewall utilities, anti-virus scanners, memory-monitoring tools and baseline Windows applications. Windows Web Combat may simply prevent the application from being run, or Windows Web Combat may delete Registry entries that are necessary for the application to function even if Windows Web Combat is disabled.
• Browser redirects that promote malicious sites or sites with questionable reputations. SpywareRemove.com malware researchers have found that online search-related redirects are particularly probable with Windows Web Combat and similar FakeVimes infections.
• Security settings that are changed to heighten your PC’s susceptibility to future attacks from other PC threats besides Windows Web Combat. These changes can include browser settings that are changed in negative ways, as well as disabled Windows features like the UAC.

Knocking Windows Web Combat Out of the Ring for the Sake of Your PC’s Safety

Contrary to its numerous protests, Windows Web Combat can be removed without registering Windows Web Combat, and SpywareRemove.com malware researchers strongly encourage this in lieu of spending any money whatsoever on Windows Web Combat. Despite this, the code ’0W000-000B0-00T00-E0020′ can be used for free if you still deem registering Windows Web Combat necessary or useful for deleting Windows Web Combat in the long term. Disabling Windows Web Combat entirely is also generally encouraged before you attempt to remove Windows Web Combat, and this can be done by, for example, booting your PC from a removable data storage device.

Windows Web Combat, like all FakeVimes-based PC threats, can be removed by qualified anti-malware products. Because Windows Web Combat is a recent addition to the FakeVimes family, your anti-malware software may require database updates before it can detect Windows Web Combat perfectly, although, in most cases, basic heuristic methods should suffice.

Windows Web Combat 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\Settings\ID 4HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings\net [date of installation]HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Settings\UID [rnd]HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AAWTray.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AAWTray.exe\Debugger svchost.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AVCare.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AVCare.exe\Debugger svchost.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AVENGINE.EXEHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\AVENGINE.EXE\Debugger svchost.exeHKEY_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 0

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