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Spyware name: Internet Antivirus Pro

Date added: 21 September 2009 | Type: Rogue Programs

Description

Internet Antivirus Pro is a rogue computer security program, which imitates antivirus 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.
· Corrupt online scanner. Online scanner is a tool that has an ability to scan computer system without installing a program on computer. The use of corrupt online scanner noticed, which shows user that threats have been detected on his machine.
· Fake security warnings. Warnings stating that the computer system is not secure.
· 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

IAPro.exe, services.exe, winlogon.exe

Symptoms in Hijackthis

O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [Microsoft Windows logon process] C:\Documents and Settings\000\Application Data\Microsoft\Windows\winlogon.exe
O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [Internet Antivirus Pro] "c:\program files\Internet Antivirus Pro\IAPro.exe" /s
O23 - Service: Guard Service (ITGrdEngine) - Unknown owner - C:\Documents and Settings\000\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\Windows\services.exe