When I was browsing the internet, an ad came up called XP Antivirus. It scanned my computer and showed me that my computer had over 50 problems/bugs/worms. I freaked out, but when I did research on it, I figured out that it was a fraud program. I have tried to find someone/site that could help me, but all of the sites that have downloadable programs to get rid of XP Antivirus require money, usually over $30. I need to know; 1) Can I get help for free? 2) Where/Who can I get help from that will get rid of XP Antivirus (with no cost).
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1 fader1000101 // Apr 3, 2008
http://www.411-spyware.com/remove-xp-antivirus-protection
if you feel comfortable enough you can follow these steps
also you can try superantispyware, it will be easier for you
http://www.download.com/SUPERAntiSpyware-Free-Edition/3000-8022_4-10523889.html?tag=lst-1
2 jibbarjabar // Apr 3, 2008
It is a fake. It is malware itself. It is trying to scam you, but you already know that.
"XP Antivirus 2008 is a rogue antivirus utility that uses false positives to lure the user into buying the product."
http://www.malwarebytes.org/roguenet.php?id=421
Your computer is badly infected.
The removal tool called RogueRemover Free specialises in this sort of malware
http://www.malwarebytes.org/rogueremover.php
Use the free version. There is absolutely no reason to use the paid, "Pro" version when you want to remove only.
Good luck.
3 Slick // Apr 3, 2008
This site has a program that will remove it for free.
http://www.snapfiles.com/get/rogueremover.html
4 Pro tech // Apr 3, 2008
1. Download and run firefox to protect your from future spyware attacks and pop ups which are coming in through internet explorer (Trojan downloaders, win32 ) .Then update your windows through firefox
Browser attacks aren't easy to spot because they piggyback on legitimate traffic that doesn't exhibit many obvious warning signs
http://securitynewsfromthenet.blogspot.com/2007/05/spyware-fighter-essentials.html
2. Run the vundo and combo fix http://securitynewsfromthenet.blogspot.com/2007/05/vundofix-and-combo-fix.html
3. Run Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
http://securitynewsfromthenet.blogspot.com/2008/03/malwarebytes-anti-malware-105.html
4. Run the anti spyware remove programs spybot http://securitynewsfromthenet.blogspot.com/2007/03/spybot-search-and-destroy-spyware-and.html and superantispyware http://securitynewsfromthenet.blogspot.com/2007/04/superantispyware-home-edition-free.html to get rid of the nasties
5. Run a complete scan with free curing utility Dr.Web CureIt!
http://www.freedrweb.com/
5 malware_expert // Apr 3, 2008
you can remove it manually using this removal instructions:
http://fix-computer-problem.com/rogue-antispyware/xpantivirus/xpantivirus.html
6 jojoqueeny // Apr 3, 2008
XpAntivirus is a rogue antivirus program that may display fake virus scan results to trick you into purchasing a full version to remove the viruses on your system. You should not purchase XpAntivirus under any circumstances, XpAntivirus tries to steal your time and money. Do not trust XpAntivirus. I suggest you remove XpAntivirus. Try a free removal application.
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