Windows AV Software

The Windows AV Software scam is yet another cybercrime perpetrated by makers of fake security softwares. The windows av software is a part of the fake microsoft security essentials infection. It is a malware pretending to be a security tool generating misleading alerts among compromised computers.



Windows AV Software Removal: How to Remove Windows AV Software Infection
Malwarebytes is a popular tool used in removing fake softwares including the windows av software virus. Here's a guide on how to use this malware removal tool as a fake antivirus remover:

* Download Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware.
* Double-click mbam-setup.exe and follow the prompts to install the program.
* At the end, be sure a check-mark is placed next to the following:
Update Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
Launch Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
* Click Finish.
* If an update is found, Malbytes anti malware will download and install the latest version.
* Once the program has loaded, select Perform quick scan, then click Scan.
* When the scan is complete, click OK, then Show Results to view the results.
* Be sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected. Reboot your computer if prompted.
* When completed, a log will open in Notepad.

By showing misleading alerts, the windows av software virus can coerce people to pay for the windows av software. Examples of the deceitful alerts the windows av software malware produces include the following:

Microsoft Security Essentials Alert
Potential Threat Details
Microsoft Security Essentials detected potential threats that might compromise your private or damage your computer. Your access to these items may be suspended until you take an action. Click 'show details' to learn more.
System component corrupted!
System reboot error has occurred due to lsass.exe system process failure.
This may be caused by severe malware infections.
Automatic restore of lsass.exe backup copy completed.
The correct system performance can not be resumed without eliminating the cause of lsass.exe corruption.
Warning!
Name: firefox.exe
Name: c:\program files\firefox\firefox.exe
Application that seems to be a key-logger is detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to enable the security mode and run total System scanning.

If you want to purchase a reliable and working security software, better consider spending your money on known antiviruses such as AVG, Bitdefender and Norton. Purchasing a security software promoted via browser redirects and popups can often spell trouble.