Windows Easy Transfer

Windows Easy Transfer is a legitimate program included in the newer versions of Windows to help users move files and settings from old computer to new one. Recently, another Windows Easy Transfer was identified as rogue program that will be spread with the help of a Trojan. It was also observed that Windows Easy Transfer virus can be acquired by visiting malicious web sites and clicking on links intentionally served by attacker on instant messaging applications. File-sharing networks are also responsible in propagating this rogue application on victims computer by embedding itself on legitimate executable files. Once downloaded and installed, a copy of Windows Easy Transfer is also being loaded in the background without the consent of the user.

When inside the computer, the counterfeit application will produce annoying messages stating several problems on the system. It will then advise to fix it by getting the licensed version of Windows Easy Transfer. Keep in mind that this rogue software was developed primarily to deceive computer users with fake alerts and later entice them to spend for the paid version of the program. It was not designed to solve computer issues and most of all it is not capable of doing so. Windows Easy Transfer lacks of executable and database to be called a legitimate Windows application. Remove Windows Easy Transfer virus using tools provided on this page.

Damage Level: Medium

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

Windows Easy Transfer Removal Procedures

Windows Easy Transfer Removal Tool:
In order to completely remove the threat, click here to download and run Malwarebytes Anti-Malware. Sometimes, Trojans will block the downloading and installation of MBAM. If this happens, download it from a clean computer and rename the executable file before executing on the infected machine.

Scan with Norton Power Eraser:
A free removal tool from Norton Antivirus was developed to remove unfamiliar threats without using the traditional AV signatures. Download the tool from this location and start scanning the computer for viruses.

Scan with Portable Antivirus:
Most of the time, Trojan associated with a rogue program will disable Windows functionalities and prevent execution of any application including antivirus program locally installed. If this happens, you can try using a McAfee Portable Antivirus called Stinger. You can download it for free.

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