I have this Fake spyware on my computer that keep saying 'warning I am in danger'.
I know the spyware is fake and used the program malwarebytes anti malware to get rid of it but when i restarted my computer it came back again. It's not really annoying because I dont get any popups its just that my screen saver has gone and been replaced and I dont like the one they have given me
I now keep getting the Blue screen of death - could this mean i really have a virus and that the fake spyware is telling the truth?
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5 responses so far ↓
1 Callum W // May 6, 2008
Spybot search and destroy
It's free give it a shot
Remember some spyware you have given permision to download even though you didn't know what it was. Malware, spyware scans only scan stuff you haven't accepted into yout system
2 jibbarjabar // May 6, 2008
All of these are specialised removal tools for this type of malware, Zlob/Smitfraud.
RogueFix:
http://www.internetinspiration.co.uk/roguefix.htm
SmitfraudFix:
http://siri.urz.free.fr/Fix/SmitfraudFix_En.php
RogueRemover:
http://www.malwarebytes.org/rogueremover.php
After having success with one of the above, to clean-up any remaining infection traces, scan for trojans, and spyware and remove (free online scan, no downloaded program) with Ewido Online Scanner ( now known as AVG Anti-Spyware). This is NOT the same as AVG Anti-Virus. Press"Online Spyware Scanner" on the right..
http://www.ewido.net/en/
Good luck.
3 Mark T // May 6, 2008
My first bit of advise is not to spend a penny on a darn thing.
There are plenty of free sites out there that can help you clean your machine up.
Here are few links to look at.
My favorite is Trend Micro's House Call.
http://housecall.trendmicro.com
it rocks but I would also look at each of the below because they
will help you not get it again!!!
Spybot Search and Destroy
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html
Windows Defender
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
Manual Spyware Removal Guide
http://www.spyware-removal.co.nr/
Major Geeks is also a great place to ask experts!
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=35407
Just remember that there is no reason to go out and spend a bunch of money.
There are plenty of free protection out there. Hope this helps.
GOOD LUCK AND HOPE THIS HELPS!!!
4 Best // May 6, 2008
Run your anti-spyware in Safe Mode.If you dont have an excellent anti-spyware or your current anti-spyware can't prevent spyware from Invading you computer,download a better one.
There are top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on
http://www.anti-spyware-center.com/index.php?t=centerc
You can download and scan your computer for free.
As the computer is booting press your "F8 Key" repeatly which should bring up the "Windows Advanced Options Menu" . Use your arrow keys to move to "Safe Mode" and press your Enter key.
After into safe mode,run an anti-spyware to remove the spyware and adware on you computer.
Make sure you have 1 or 2 antispyware on your computer and 1 antivirus and also 1 firewall.
GOOD LUCK!
5 Hello // May 6, 2008
Go to http://www.spywareremover-download.com
Download Spywareremover for free.
Not only does spywareRemover get rid of the malicious spyware & adware that have invaded your system, it also prevents infestations from reoccurring. SPYwareRemover will keep your computer's performance at its best and it will protect your privacy and your identity.
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