Although Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 seems to be a reliable and effective anti-malware program, it turns out that sometimes the layout of the application is able to mislead PC users. Despite the security messages and automated scans of the system, Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 is reported to show fake information to computer users to lure them into thinking the application can provide trustworthy security services. The program promises the users to keep their privacy and warn them about potential computer threats, as well as infected files. The truth is that Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 creates a fake impression and misleads the user into thinking there are serious problems with his PC that need to be fixed immediately. Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will use any deceitful trick to beguile more and more victims into thinking they have to pay for the bogus application to fix their machines and remove compromised files.
Figure 1. Windows Vista Antivirus screenshot
Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 is known to belong to the same rogueware family as Privacy Protection. Just as all other members of this malicious family, Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will sneak into your computer without your knowledge or approval. Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 is able to hide itself deep in the system. The fake program will be configured to load itself automatically on system start up. The malicious intruder can enter into your system in two ways. It can use malicious web pages that are able to detect vulnerabilities in programs running on targeted computers. After that, using the vulnerabilities, Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 is transferred to the targeted machine without the knowledge of its user. There is also no need for his approval.
Another way of transferring the infection is through the use of fake online scanners. A person is redirected to a compromised web page that offers a free online scanner. The truth is that this scanner does not provide reliable results. It will trick the user into thinking his computer is compromised, and the user needs to download some unknown files to fix it. In fact, these files will transfer Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 to the targeted machine. After that, the fake program is able to start its malicious plan.
Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will start displaying fake system messages. All of them will report serious system errors and problems. Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will warn you that you may lose the information stored on your PC if you do not take immediate actions. Moreover, Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will tell you that the system may even crash. The messages will show the following information:
System danger!
Your system security is in danger. Privacy threats detected. Spyware, keyloggers or Trojans may be working the background right now. Perform an in-depth scan and removal now, click here.
System Hijack!
System security threat was detected. Viruses and/or spyware may be damaging your system now. Prevent infection and data loss or stealing by running a free security scan.
Stealth intrusion!
Infection detected in the background. Your computer is now attacked by spyware and rogue software. Eliminate the infection safely, perform a security scan and deletion now.
Malware Intrusion
Sensitive areas of your system were found to be under attack. Spy software attack or virus infection possible. Prevent further damage or your private data will get stolen. Run an anti-spyware scan now. Click here to start.
Privacy threat!
Spyware intrusion detected. Your system is infected. System integrity is at risk. Private data can be stolen by third parties, including credit card details and passwords. Click here to perform a security repair.
Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will also make a fake scan of the system. The automated scan will report many infected files that need to be removed immediately. However, Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will not allow you to delete them, unless you are using its full version. The attacker will take you to its web page where you will be asked to submit your personal and financial details. The web site will not show you detailed information about Windows Vista Antivirus 2012. Its only aim is to make you submit your bank account information.
Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 will take your money, but it will not provide you with reliable or effective security services. To protect your PC, you have to remove Windows Vista Antivirus 2012 as soon as you can. Otherwise, this intruder will not stop its malicious actions.
*SpyHunter’s free scanner is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter detects malware on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter’s malware suite to remove the malware threats.