The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus

Posted by Lisa Blanc on August 14, 2013

What is The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus?

The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus is a computer infection that is classified as ransomware program. It is another name for NSA Virus and PRISM Virus. In short, this program enters your computer, because the cyber criminals who have created it intend to steal your money. It may seem as though it has legal grounds to accuse you of something shady, but there is nothing real about this program, so you need to ignore the notification point blank and then remove The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus with a legitimate computer security application, consequently safeguarding your PC from similar attacks.

Where does The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus come from?

The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus belongs to the notorious group of ransomware applications, known as Ukash Virus family. Countless infections are being released from the same group almost every day. Each infection targets users in a particular country. The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus is not an exception too. Just like FBI Virus, FBI MoneyPak Virus and other similar infections, this ransomware program attacks mostly users in the United States of America. Nevertheless, it does not mean that you are absolutely safe if you live outside of the States. This infection is highly international.

What does The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus do?

The ransomware enters your computer via Trojan infection. The malicious program is configured immediately, and then without further ado The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus locks your desktop by displaying a fake security notification on your screen:

Your computer has been locked due to suspicious of illegal content downloading and distribution

The illegal content (414 Mb of photo and video files) was automatically classified as child pornographic materials.

In order to resolve the situation in an above-mentioned way you should pay a fine of $300

The infection wants you to transfer 300 USD via greendot MoneyPak alternative payment system. This way, even those users who do not have a credit card can be affected by this ransomware application. What is more, if money is transferred via MoneyPak vouchers, it is a lot hard to track them, so should you give your money away to The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus, it is highly unlikely that you would ever get it back.

How to remove The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus from your PC?

It goes without saying that paying is not an option. You should by no means feel threatened by the ransomware application, because you are definitely not a cyber criminal. Keep your money to yourself and follow the instructions below to unlock your desktop and then remove The computer is locked by Internet Service Provider Virus from your PC for good.

How to restore desktop access

Windows 8

Press Windows key and click Internet Explorer tile on Metro GUI.
Access http://www.anti-spyware-101.com/download-sph and install SpyHunter.
Run a full system scan.

Windows Vista & Windows 7

Restart your computer and tap F8 repeatedly.
When Advanced Boot Options appear, select Safe Mode with Networking and press Enter.
Go to http://www.anti-spyware-101.com/spyhunter and download SpyHunter.
Install the program and scan your computer.

Windows XP