Antivirus XP 2010

29 January 2010 4 Comments

Antivirus XP 2010 is part of a large group of rogue security program operation. It spreads over the Internet utilizing a Trojan and fake online virus scanner. First, its authors will release a Trojan in the wild infecting target computer in various ways. If Trojan contaminates a computer, Internet browser will experience extreme redirect that points to a fake online virus scanner. On this web site awaits an online virus scanner that immediately runs diagnosis on visitor’s computer. After the online scan, it displays a recommendation to download Antivirus XP 2010 to remove detected threats. Without a suspicion, user will download Antivirus XP 2010 thinking that it was beneficial to them. It is unknown to them that installing this fake program can cause additional harm on their system.

When installed, this unwanted application excessively displays pop-up alerts and task bar messages regarding presence of security risks. The malware trick’s intention is to force users into purchasing the licensed version of Antivirus XP 2010 even though computer is free from any threats and viruses. To be safe, never obtain the licensed version of Antivirus XP 2010 as it will not help resolving computer problems. If this rogue program is present on your PC, remove it immediately with the help of legitimate and trusted security programs. As much as possible, disconnect your computer from the Internet while doing the thorough virus scan.

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Damage Level: Medium

Systems Affected: Windows 9x, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7

Additional Information

While inside the system, Antivirus XP 2010 will pop-up several alert messages to deceive the victims. Some of these are as follows:

Tracking software found!
Your PC activity is being monitored. Possible spyware infection. Your data security may be compromised. Sensitive data can be stolen. Prevent damage now by completing security scan.

Antivirus XP 2010 Firewall Alert!
XP Internet Security 2010 has blocked a program from accessing the Internet
Internet Explorer is infected with Trojan-BNK.Win32-Keylogger.gen
Private data can be stolen by third parties, including credit card details and passwords.

How to Remove Antivirus XP 2010

Automatic Removal of Antivirus XP 2010 Using Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware

This guide requires a tool called Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware. It is a free tool designed to eradicate various computer infections. MBAM scanner is distributed for free.

1. Download Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware (mbam-setup.exe) and save it on your Desktop or any location on your PC.
2. When finish downloading, double-click on the file mbam-setup.exe to install the application.
3. Follow the prompts and install with default configuration.
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. When update is finished please exit MBAM. We have to reboot your computer in Safe Mode.
- Press F8 repeatedly on your keyboard right before Windows logo begins to load.
- Windows Advanced Options menu will appear.
- Select Safe Mode.

7. If Windows is already on Safe Mode. Locate Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware icon and run. Select Perform full scan to check your computer thoroughly.
8. When scanning is finished click on Show Results.
9. Make sure that all detected threats are checked, click on Remove Selected. This will delete all files and registry entries that belongs to Antivirus XP 2010.
10. Restart your computer.

Note: If Antivirus XP 2010 prevents mbam-setup.exe from downloading. Download the software from another computer. Renaming it to something like 'anything.exe' can help elude the malware.