Anti-spyware 101

PCDocPro is a clone of the rogue security software, SpyDocPro. PCDocPro also known as PC Doc Pro. PCDocPromakes use of malicious tricks in order to try to convince innocent victims that they have all types of threats running on their machines. PCDocPro will then offer users the opportunity to buy a full version of PCDocPro, which promises to remove these threats. The truth of the matter is that the only real threat that is running on your machine is PCDocPro itself which needs to be removed upon immediate detection. Read more »

SpyDocPro is a malicious rogue antispyware application that will make use of many fake tricks in order to obtain your hard earned money. SpyDocPro makes use of very manipulative tactics in order to try to convince users that they have malicious threats running on their machine and need to purchase the full version. Do not be fooled by any of this as SpyDocPro or Spy Doc Pro, will only cause you many unwanted computer problems, may invade your privacy and steal your money. Read more »

Desktop Security 2010 is a rogue application which makes use of very deceptive methods in order to try and obtain your money. Not only does Desktop Security 2010 try and obtain your hard earned money, but it will also invade your privacy and cause you many unwanted computer problems. Desktop Security 2010 may cause you to lose your money as well as your wonderful stable computer. Desktop Security 2010 may gain access to your system when you least expect it, without your knowledge or consent. Read more »

APcSecure may also be referred to as APc Secure and is actually a malicious rogue antispyware application. APcSecure makes use of many different malicious tactics in order to trick users and take their money. It is imperative that you are able to identify the symptoms of APcSecure in order to detect it as soon as possible. The longer APcSecure is on your system, the more damage it may cause. You need to never download, install or purchase anything which is associated to the malicious APcSecure. Read more »

ProtectSoldier (or Protect Soldier) is the latest in rogue anti-spyware programs. ProtectSoldier makes use of a variety of methods to coerce and trick computer users into purchasing the "Full" version of ProtectSoldier. ProtectSoldier tends to be downloaded and installed manually, rather than via Trojan infection (which are true for most other malware applications). Once ProtectSoldier is installed on the computer it will allow for the user to scan the infected computer, without displaying any annoying and aggravating pop-up messages. However, during the scanning process Protect Soldier tends to generate false positives. Read more »

ProtectDefender, which may be referred to as Protect Defender, is the latest in new scams. ProtectDefender will make use of every single trick and tactic that it can in order to try and steal your money. ProtectDefender may gain access to your computer system by pretending to be a flash download, a codec's download or alternatively even placing a misleading advertisement in front of you while you are browsing the internet. No matter how ProtectDefender gains access to your system, you need to be aware of its existence in order to detect and remove it from your system as soon as humanly possible. Read more »

Win Security 360 is a malicious anti-spyware program that enters users computers without their knowledge. The main aim of Win Security 360 is to scare computer users using various methods such as popup warning messages, generated fake system scans and so on. Win Security 360 gets into users computers through fake websites, where a pop-up is shown, which warns of an infection. After clicking the pop-up, a Trojan will open up a system hole through which Win Security 360 gets in! Read more »

DefendAPC is a malicious rogue antispyware application that makes use of malicious tactics in order to try and get your money. DefendAPC or Defend a PC may appear very similar to authentic looking programs and you may not be able to tell the difference. The good news is if you are able to spot the warning signs and know what they are you can detect DefendAPC on your machine, before it causes any further damage. Read more »

Ghost Antivirus or GhostAntivirus actually had a reputation for creating false computer security tools and is never to be trusted, regardless of what the circumstances may be. Ghost Antivirus will try and convince you that you have many malicious threats running on your computer, with the purpose of trying to make you buy the full version. You may see a fake system scan, fake system scan report results as well as fake computer security system notifications. Read more »