Description
Defense Center is a bogus computer program, pretending to be anti-spyware software.
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
· Annoying pop-ups. Alerts and warnings appearring frequently and stating that the computer has been infected. It also can be promotional message asking to register or buy some rogue program.
· Disabled Task Manager. Blocked from opening either displaying some alert message or without it.
· Exaggerated PC scan reports. Even if the computer is clean scan report stating that the system is infected is generated.
· Fake security warnings. Warnings stating that the computer system is not secure.
· Fake virus alerts. Alerts stating that spyware or viruses have been detected on the computer system.
· Fake Windows security alerts. Alerts that in appearance are identical to those displayed by Windows
· Heavy rogue program advertising. Notices about fake anti-spyware software that are displayed frequently and are disturbing from work.
· The risk of fraudulent payment. Frequent user persuading to buy rogue program license.
Files
C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Roaming\Defense Center\defcnt.exe
Symptoms in Hijackthis
O4 – HKCU\..\Run: [Defense Center] “C:\Program Files\Defense Center\defcnt.exe†-noscan |