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Spyware name: APCprotect

Date added: 28 December 2009 | Type: Rogue Programs

Description

APCprotect is computer software designed by offenders whose primary mission - convincing user to buy licensed program version.

Removal instructions

To remove this Spyware infection, download Spyware Doctor, install it and run full computer scan. At the end of the scan choose Fix Checked to start computer cleaning process.

Behavior

· Exaggerated PC scan reports. Even if the computer is clean scan report stating that the system is infected is generated.
· Faked Windows Security Center. Windows Security Center generated by fake anti-spyware software and in appearance very similar to the original one displayed by Windows OS
· The risk of fraudulent payment. Frequent user persuading to buy rogue program license.

Files

C:\Program Files\APCprotect Software\APCprotect\APCprotect.exe

Symptoms in Hijackthis

O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [APCprotect.exe] C:\Program Files\APCprotect Software\APCprotect\APCprotect.exe