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AntiVirus and Malware Issues - Anti Virus 360 /
2008 / 2009
Antivirus 360 (aka: AntiVirus 2008 or 2009)
is a rogue anti-spyware program that uses false scan results and
aggressive advertising in order to promote itself. It is actually a
Trojan known as Trojan:Vundo
What this
programs does:
This rogue is advertised by the Vundo Trojan and is
replacing the Antivirus 2009 rogue program that Vundo has been
aggressively advertising. If you are infected with the Vundo Trojan you
will see a large amount of pop-ups stating that your computer is
infected and that you should install Antivirus 360 in order to protect
yourself. If you click on the ad, Antivirus 360 will be downloaded to
your computer and you will be prompted to install it. (read more...)
Wiki Info on
Trojan Vundo: Antivirus 2009 (aka Antivirus 360), is another phony
antivirus program. Don't confuse Antivirus 360 with the legitimate
Norton Antivirus 360 product. Your PC usually gets infected with
Antivirus 360 when you install a video codec that comes with a Trojan,
malware or virus. You can also get infected with Antivirus 360 by
visiting malicious websites. Once your PC is infected, your screen will
be bombarded with security alert pop ups saying that your computer is
infected. This scam tactic is done in order to try to trick you into
buying the sham Antivirus 360 program. (read more...)
Symantec Security Response has developed a removal tool to clean the infections of Trojan.Vundo. This is the preferred method in most cases.
Note:
CyberSprockets HardDrive Shop has determined that the best response to
an already infected system is to back up all data (Docs, Pics, Music,
E-mail, etc.) to an external drive, completely wipe the system (FDISK /
Reformat / Reinstall) and then reinstall your system operating system
(Windows) and Applications (Quickbooks / Outlook/ PhotoShop, etc.) and
then import your data back into your system. This process takes anywhere
from 2 - 6 hours. It is something you can do yourself, but if you
prefer, CyberSprockets can do it for you. Cost depend on your system
configuration and run anywhere form $75 to $125. This will ensure a
clean system and, in nearly all cases, restore the speed and "snap" you
enjoyed when you first purchased it. Call or
Email CyberSprockets to discuss your options or to schedule an
appointment.
If
you are confident that your system is clean of all malware, we
recommend installing GRISOFT's Internet Security Suite for the most
complete protection.
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