By far one of the most common fake Anti-Virus infections is XP Defense 2010. The name, icons, graphics, and code of this “program” will differ from computer to computer but all have the same purpose – financial gain for the malware authors. There are many devious variants of XP Defense 2010 being created all the time and it is important that you know how to remove XP Defense 2010.
So how, you might ask, did my computer become infected? “I have a free or paid antivirus program and this should have stopped this from infecting my computer, right?”
Unfortunately this is not always the case. Most free and paid anti-virus programs are not able to promise immunity from this dangerous infection.
Although you can remove XP Defense 2010 manually (and we’ll show you how in a short while), the steps are pretty tricky. So we strongly suggest you go for automatic removal when removing this fake anti-virus program.
Remove XP Defense 2010:
- Download Spyware Doctor
- Install Spyware Doctor
- Once Installed, it will update Its malware definitions
- Press Start Scan and let it scan your PC for malware
- After Scan is complete, It should find XP Defense 2010
- Press Fix Checked to remove XP Defense 2010
Many of you will notice that XP Defense 2010 will block you from installing Spyware Doctor. In this case, you must follow this additional step after you have downloaded Spyware Doctor – Restart Your Computer in Safe Mode with Networking AFTER you have downloaded Spyware Doctor from this website.
To restart in Safe Mode with Networking, restart your computer as you normally do and right when it begins to reboot, repeatedly press the F8 key – it must be pressed before the Windows logo appears when you are restarting. You will then need to select Safe Mode with Networking.
Restarting in this manner will prevent XP Defense 2010 from blocking you and you will be able to install Spyware Doctor properly. But remember, you must Download Spyware Doctor before you restart in safe mode.
Download Spyware Doctor to automatically remove XP Defense 2010
Symptoms Of Infection
- Your computer is acting slow. XP Defense 2010 slows down your system significantly. This includes starting up, shutting down, playing games, and surfing the web.
- You are getting pestered with pop ups. XP Defense 2010 infects your registry and uses it to launch annoying pop up ads out of nowhere.
- Searches are redirected or your homepage and desktop are settings are changed. This is a symptom of a very serious XP Defense 2010 infection.
Dangers Of Infection
Viruses like XP Defense 2010 will infect your registry and other important system files. If the infection is not treated it can cause a complete collapse of your system.
Some XP Defense 2010 infections contain spyware and keyloggers which can be used to record sensitive data like passwords, credit card, bank account, and social security numbers. The longer you allow the infection to fester, the greater the chance of identity fraud.
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How To Remove Infection Manually:
Uninstall XP Defense 2010 Processes
Delete XP Defense 2010 Files
Remove XP Defense 2010 Registry Files
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\secfile\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\ave.exe” /START “%1? %*
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\ave.exe” /START “%1? %*
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\secfile\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\ave.exe” /START “%1? %*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\ave.exe” /START “%Program Files%\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe”
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell\safemode\command “(Default)” = “%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\ave.exe” /START “%Program Files%\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe” -safe-mode
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\IEXPLORE.EXE\shell\open\command “(Default)” = “%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\ave.exe” /START “%Program Files%\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe”
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Security Center “AntiVirusOverride” = “1?
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Security Center “FirewallOverride” = “1?
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Warning! If Spyware Doctor is blocked by the virus then run your system in safe mode and try again. To do this reboot your system and tap F8 repeatedly as your computer starts up. Then run Spyware Doctor as normal. If this doesn’t work try renaming the Spyware Doctor EXE file.
