Downloader.Win32.Small.y
Downloader.Win32.Small.y is a fake security alerts that carries multiple function when executed. It will endorse a rogue security software that appears to be beneficial but has no security purpose when installed on the computer. Fake alert Downloader.Win32.Small.y aims to deceive computer users and influence their decision to purchase the paid version of the program. The alert will have this message:
Windows Security Center
Virus (Downloader.Win32.Small.y) was found on your computer!
Click ‘OK’ to install System Security Antivirus.
Downloader.Win32.Small.y Screen Shot:
Associated Threat: System Security Antivirus
Systems Affected: Windows 9x, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Downloader.Win32.Small.y Removal Tool:
Receiving this message on the computer proves that a virus, Trojan, malware or adware is present. Avoid executing any of its prompts nor execute any links it provided. Simply remove Downloader.Win32.Small.y by this procedure.
1. Download Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware (mbam-setup.exe) here and save it on your Desktop.
2. After downloading, double-click on the file to install the application.
3. Follow the prompts and install as “default” only.
4. If it prompts to update the database after installation, please proceed.
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 the computer.
Additional Information:
How does fake alert gets inside the PC?
- A malicious website was visited and downloaded malicious files on to the computer.
- Trojan has exploited security and software weakness that allow it to infect a system without antivirus detection.
- Executed infected e-mail attachment.
What are fake alerts objective?
- Download supplementary threats to complete its task.
- Misinform users on importance of the promoted rogue program.
- Redirect Internet browser to a web page that will automatically drop malware on visitor’s device.
- Launch pop-up windows with advertisements.
- Prevents visiting security and antivirus vendor web sites.