Spyware Techie

Do you know what Trojan-Downloader.Adload.pd is?

DESCRIPTION

Trojan-Downloader.Adload.pd is a warning message advertised by a rogue anti-spyware program such as Files Secure or IE Defender. Trojan-Downloader.Adload.pd is not a virus but a variant of Trojan.Win32.agent.akk and Trojan.Win32.

Do not click on any Trojan-Downloader.Adload.pd fake popup ads. Trojan-Downloader.Adload.pd popup ads may redirect you to a site for purchasing rogue anti-spyware. Do not under any circumstances download or purchase the rogue anti-spyware programs offered.

When you insert a CD or DVD into your drive does it run Automatically or wait for your actions?

You can change the settings in your registry to automatically run CD’s or DVD when they are inserted in a CD or DVD drive on your PC. The steps below will assist you in changing this setting in your system’s registry.

Do you know what Allsecuritypage.com is?

DESCRIPTION

Allsecuritypage.com or Allsecuritypage is a homepage hijacker related to the Zlob.Trojan group that may give users annoying warning messages. Allsecuritypage.com displays warning messages stating that a user has been infected with a Trojan.

Allsecuritypage.com will attempt to get a user to purchase its advertised software to remove the infection. This is a scam set up by the hackers that created Allsecuritypage.com. If you are infected by any Trojan related to Allsecuritypage.com it may change your homepage on your browser to Allsecuritypage.com leaving you with an unpleasant surfing experience.

Customize your Default New Mail Notification Sound Setting

The bland New Mail Message Sound has become very old and users want to change it to something more personalized. If you are not able to specify the sound you want when a new message is received you must edit the registry value for a new message. If your control panel sound setting for a new message no longer registers the sound file it is set for you can follow the steps below to get it working again.

Do you know what Trojan - Win32/Qoologic is?

DESCRIPTION

Trojan - Win32/Qoologic is Trojan that appears on fake warning messages distributed by trojan/spyware makers to promote rogue anti-spyware programs. Trojan - Win32/Qoologic can be found in several bogus video codecs used to view video files, especially with adult content. Trojan - Win32/Qoologic is not a virus by itself, however it distributes rogue anti-spyware programs such as Files Secure.

Trojan - Win32/Qoologic’s fake warning message will constantly pop up on your screen and convince you that your computer is at risk. Trojan - Win32/Qoologic’s fake warning message is intended to trick you into purchasing a full version of the rogue anti-spyware application. Once you click on the Trojan - Win32/Qoologic’s fake alert message, you will be directed to Files Secures’ home site (www.files-secure.com), or whatever rogue anti-spyware program’s home site is popular among the spyware makers, to purchase the commercial version of the rogue anti-spyware program.

Do you know what Trojan.Win32.Patched is?

DESCRIPTION

Trojan.Win32.Patched is a Trojan name that appears on fake warning messages distributed by trojan/spyware makers and are used to strike fear into people and make you download a rogue anti-spyware program. Trojan.Win32.Patched warning messages appear when you’ve been infected by a Trojan usually found in several bogus video codecs used to view video files. Trojan.Win32.Patched is not a virus by itself, however it distributes popular rogue anti-spyware programs such as IE Defender.

Trojan.Win32.Patched’s fake warning message will constantly pop up on your screen and trigger you to buy a rogue anti-spyware program simply out of fear of what your computer has. Even though you’re infected with a Trojan, the program that is linked to the fake warning message is not reliable. Use a notable and reliable anti-spyware program to get rid of the Trojan that is causing the fake warning message to pop up. Once you click on the Trojan.Win32.Patched’s fake alert message, you will be directed to IEDefender’s home site, or whatever rogue anti-spyware program’s home site is popular among the spyware makers, to purchase the commercial version of the rogue anti-spyware program.

Do you know what Trojan.Win32.CP4000 is?

DESCRIPTION

Trojan.Win32.CP4000 is a Trojan that appears on error messages distributed by Trojan makers to push rogue anti-spyware programs. Trojan.Win32.CP4000 error messages state that you’re system is at risk and that the solution is to download the recommended anti-spyware program. The only problem is that the recommended program is a rogue anti-spyware program!

Among other fake error messages are: Trojan.Win32.Obfuscated, Trojan Win32/Qoologic and Trojan.Win32.Patched.

Does your PC automatically reboot after a Windows Update was installed?

Windows Update may automatically reboot your system after the Windows Update has installed. This may be an annoying function when your Windows Updates are set to automatically download and install causing your system to reboot each time. To stop this from happening you can follow the steps below.

Do you know what Worm.Zhelatin.DAM is?

DESCRIPTION

Worm.Zhelatin.DAM is a worm sent through a spam email attachment. Worm.Zhelatin.DAM may use your computer to send other infected spam emails to internet users from your computer. The email attachment that Worm.Zhelatin.DAM sends to users is usually a malware or Trojan program.

Do you know what EliteProtector is?

DESCRIPTION

EliteProtector is a rogue anti-spyware program installed by a Trojan. EliteProtector may be part of the Zlob.Trojan group designed to use scare tactics to get a user to buy a full version of EliteProtector. Do not under any circumstances purchase EliteProtector or any related rogue anti-spyware programs. EliteProtector is not a legitimate spyware program.