The IT Sage
Virus & Malware Removal

Virus & Malware Removal (1)

During the past 2 months, I have received numerous emails and phone calls regarding a malware, most commonly named Antivir Solution Pro. This particular malware is extremely annoying because it doesn't allow you to run any program as well as disables internet access by making changes to Windows DNS settings. Even worse, it masks itself as an anti-virus software that reports a fake scan of your computer that found infections/intrusions/attacks, then repeatedly prompts you to buy the full version in order to remove and protect your Windows computer from what is essentially itself.


Here are some messages one may receive once infected with this nasty malware

Windows Security Alert
Windows reports that computer is infected. Antivirus software helps to protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. Click here for the scan your computer. Your system might be at risk now.

Attention! Spyware Alert
Vulnerabilities found.
Your computer is infected by spyware - 34 serious threats have been found while scanning your files and registry. It is strongly recommended that you disinfect your computer and activate realtime secure protection against future intrusions.

Upgrade to full version of antivirus software to clean your computer and prevent new security and privacy attack. You will be able to download daily updates and get online protection against internet attacks. Activate your antivirus software/Stay unprotected.

Security Warning
Application cannot be executed. The file avgupdate.exe is infected. Do you want to activate your software now? Y/N

Infiltration Alert - Virus Attack
You computer is being attacked by an internet virus. It could be a password stealing attack, a trojan - dropper or similar.

Do you want to block this attack? Y/N


Under no circumstance should one use a credit card and pay for the so-call solution provided by Antivir. Reason being, in the best scenario the problem would go away for a few months and probably $50 down the drain. In the worst case however, one's personal information and credit card might be sold to third party.

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