Win 7 Internet Security 2013

Posted: October 1, 2012

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Ranking:	16,799
Threat Level:	2/10
Infected PCs:	1,532

First Seen:	October 1, 2012
Last Seen:	October 6, 2023
OS(es) Affected:	Windows

Win 7 Internet Security 2013 is a rogue anti-malware program that uses fraudulent alerts and system scans as its primary marketing gimmick. While spending money on Win 7 Internet Security 2013 isn't exactly commendable, SpywareRemove.com malware experts do recommend that you get rid of Win 7 Internet Security 2013 ASAP, since Win 7 Internet Security 2013 is a confirmed new member of FakeRean, a group of scamware programs that have been known to cause significant security issues for Windows PCs. While advanced anti-malware software should be considered ideal for removing Win 7 Internet Security 2013, Win 7 Internet Security 2013 may attempt to block this software, in which case you should use Safe Mode or other means of disabling Win 7 Internet Security 2013's automatic startup exploit before you delete Win 7 Internet Security 2013.

Win 7 Internet Security 2013: the PC Security That Does the Opposite of Its Marketing

An initial look at Win 7 Internet Security 2013 may make Win 7 Internet Security 2013 seem like a program with several security-related features and overall malware detection and elimination functions. These features are, at best, only present in a superficial sense, with Win 7 Internet Security 2013's varied types of pop-up alerts and scans serving only to display fake detections of nonexistent PC threats. Trying to remove these threats with Win 7 Internet Security 2013 will cause Win 7 Internet Security 2013 to redirect you to a purchase form, which SpywareRemove.com malware researchers recommend turning down, since the immediate removal of Win 7 Internet Security 2013 from your computer is a vital measure.

This scam is identical to that of similar cons played by other members of the FakeRean family. Recent members like Win 7 Internet Security 2013 include Antivirus 2008 Pro, Antivirus XP 2008, Windows Antivirus 2008, Vista Antivirus 2008, PC Clean Pro, Antivirus Pro 2009, Rogue.Vista Antivirus 2008, AntiSpy Safeguard, ThinkPoint, Spyware Protection 2010, Internet Antivirus 2011, Palladium Pro, XP Anti-Virus 2011, CleanThis, XP Security 2012, XP Home Security 2012 and AntiVirus PRO 2015. Even though these rogue anti-malware scanners, including Win 7 Internet Security 2013, all are known for their fake security features, SpywareRemove.com malware experts note that their anti-security attacks (as described below) are even more dangerous than any form of fake threat alert.

The Nasty Hook within Win 7 Internet Security 2013's Bait

Win 7 Internet Security 2013 may also be used for attacks that compromise Windows security features, your browser and other programs. SpywareRemove.com malware research team has assembled a list of critical attacks that are linked with modern members of FakeRean like Win 7 Internet Security 2013:

Changes that EXE (executable or application) file launches towards Win 7 Internet Security 2013. Win 7 Internet Security 2013 may then block these programs and display a fake infection alert.
Windows Update, Windows Security Center and Windows Defender may be disabled or even deleted.
Your browser may be forced to use a malicious proxy that blocks websites arbitrarily.

Any one of these attacks can be considered a serious security breach, and SpywareRemove.com malware experts consider all of them together as a high-level threat to your PC's safety. As a result, they recommend Win 7 Internet Security 2013's deletion by any anti-malware program that's capable of detecting and removing Win 7 Internet Security 2013 safely. If your anti-malware software is blocked by Win 7 Internet Security 2013, Safe Mode, a USB flash drive boot or other techniques can be used to stop Win 7 Internet Security 2013's startup process.

Technical Details

Additional Information

The following URL's were detected:

littercipher.com

The following messages's were detected:

#	Message
1	Tracking software found! Your PC activity is being monitored. Possible spyware infection. Your data security may be compromised. Sensitive data can be stolen. Prevent damage now by completing a security scan.
2	Win 7 Internet Security 2013 Alert System hacked! Unknown programs is scanning your system registry right now! Identity theft detected!