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Malware Defender 2009

8 March 2009

Malware Defender 2009 is a potentially unwanted program that was created by the same author who made System Guard 2009 and Spyware Guard 2009. Malware Defender 2009 carries the slogan “Easiest solution for one-click protection” to trick computer users that it is a legitimate program.

Aliases:
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Risk Level: Medium

File Size: Varies

Affected System: Windows

Common Symptoms:
1.  Presence of the following files:
%UserProfile%\Desktop\Malware Defender 2009.lnk
%UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\Malware Defender 2009\Malware Defender 2009.lnk
%UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\Malware Defender 2009\Uninstall.lnk
%UserProfile%\Application Data\Microsoft\Media Index\Drivers\hdddriver.dll
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\conf.cfg
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\malwaredef.exe
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\mbase.vdb
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\quarantine.vdb
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\queue.vdb
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\uninstall.exe
%ProgramFiles%\Malware Defender 2009\vbase.vdb

2. Internet browser will be redirected to websites: gomaldef09.com, malwaredefender2009.com and easywinscanner17.com

3. Presence of the rogue program that automatically scans computer.
image of Malware Defender 2009

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5 Comments »

  • 1 }
    webmaster (author) said:

    1. Download Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware (mbam-setup.exe) and save it on your Desktop.
    2. After downloading, double-click on mbam-setup.exe to install the application.
    3. Follow the prompts and install as “default” only
    4. Before the installation completes, check on the following prompts:
    – Update Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
    – Launch Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware
    5. Click “Finish.” Program will run automatically and you will be prompt to update the program before doing a scan. Please update.
    6. Scan your computer thoroughly.
    7. When scanning is finished click on the “Show Results”
    8. Make sure that all detected threats are marked, click on Remove Selected.
    9. Restart your computer.

    Note: Some malware may prevent mbam-setup.exe from downloading and running. You can download and rename this program from a different computer before running it on infected system.

  • 2 }
    Tony458 said:

    how do i know malwarebytes anti malware isnt a virus?

  • 3 }
    richard flavell said:

    malware defender 2009 is giving me big problems. i have sryware doctor that blocks it ,but as soon as i go to another site it shows uo again ,ant suggestions

  • 4 }
    kill the program writer said:

    i have a suggestion. post the name and home address of anyone involved in the writing of these programs. i will personally drive up to 2 hours to beat the living sxxxt out of people involved with the writing and/or spread of antispyware 2008 or 2009, malware defender 2009, and other such programs. thanks!

  • 5 }
    vova said:

    yo i’m the fact that malwarebytes works for sure i did it and removed the virus no prob. You can trust me or you can continue getting more infected with adware defender your choice but this method really works i tried it.

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