XPAntivirus
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XPAntiVirus (also known as XP Anti Virus 2008, XPAnti Virus and XP AntiVirus 2008) is fake spyware removal tool that is usually downloaded onto your computer by a Trojan (most likely the Zlob Trojan) or under dubious circumstances without your consent. Once downloaded, XPAntiVirus begins to haunt the user by displaying false security alerts and "detecting" fake threats. The purpose is to get the user to purchase the full version of XPAntiVirus spyware removal application.
To check your computer for XPAntivirus, download
SpyHunter Spyware Detection Tool.
SpyHunter spyware detection tool is only a scanner meant to assist you in detecting XPAntivirus and other threats. If you detect the presence of XPAntivirus on your PC, you have the opportunity to purchase the SpyHunter removal tool to remove any traces of XPAntivirus.
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Detection of XPAntivirus (Recommended)
XPAntivirus is difficult to detect and remove. XPAntivirus is not likely to be removed through a convenient "uninstall" feature. XPAntivirus, as well as other spyware, can re-install itself even after it appears to have been removed.
You also run the risk of damaging your computer since you're required to find and delete sensitive files in your system such as DLL files and registry keys. It is recommended you use a good spyware remover to remove XPAntivirus and other spyware, adware, trojans and viruses on your computer.
Run a XPAntivirus scan/check to successfully detect all XPAntivirus files with the SpyHunter Spyware Detection Tool. If you wish to remove XPAntivirus, you can either purchase the SpyHunter spyware removal tool to remove XPAntivirus or follow the XPAntivirus manual removal method provided in the "Remedies and Prevention" section.
Method of Infection
There are many ways your computer could get infected with XPAntivirus. XPAntivirus can come bundled with shareware or other downloadable software.
Another method of distributing XPAntivirus involves tricking you by displaying deceptive pop-up ads that may appear as regular Windows notifications with links which look like buttons reading Yes and No. No matter which "button" that you click on, a download starts, installing XPAntivirus on your system. XPAntivirus installs on your computer through a trojan and may infect your system without your knowledge or consent.
If you think you may already be infected with XPAntivirus, use this SpyHunter Spyware dectection tool to detect XPAntivirus and other common Spyware infections. After detection of XPAntivirus, the next advised step is to remove XPAntivirus with the purchase of the SpyHunter Spyware removal tool.
Symptoms
XPAntivirus may attempt to change your computer's desktop, hijack your browser, monitor your Internet browsing activities, change system files, and can do this without your knowledge or permission. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to remove all traces of XPAntivirus from your computer.
Remedies and Prevention
XPAntivirus, as well as other Spyware, are constantly evolving and becoming more advanced to avoid detection. XPAntivirus along with its variants can install in different locations and even when you try to uninstall it you find they reappear when you reboot your computer.
Install a good anti-spyware software
When there's a large number of traces of Spyware, for example XPAntivirus, that have infected a computer, the only remedy may be to automatically run a Spyware scan from a good anti-spyware software designed to detect XPAntivirus and other types of spyware.
Remove XPAntivirus manually
Another method to remove XPAntivirus is to manually delete XPAntivirus files in your system. Detect and remove the following XPAntivirus files:
Processes
- XPAntivirus.exe
- XPAntivirusUpdate.exe
- xpa2008.exe
- sefind.exe
- download.exe
- install_v2.exe
- xpa.exe
- xpantivirus2008_v880019.exe
- xpantivirus2008_v880070.exe
- xpantivirus2008_v880076.exe
- xpantivirus2008_v880136.exe
- xpantivirus2008_v880157.exe
- xpa2008pro.exe
- xpa1503_en.exe
- xpscanner.exe
- xpa_eng.exe
- XPantivirus2008_v880378[1].exe
- XPantivirus2008_B28[1].exe
DLLs
- shlwapi.dll
- wininet.dll
- msplg7.dll
Other Files
- XPAntivirus.lnk
- XP antivirus
- Uninstall XPAntivirus.lnk
- XPAntivirus on the Web.lnk
- XPAntivirus.url
- %ProgramFiles%\XPAntivirus
- XP Antivirus 2008.lnk
- Uninstall XP Antivirus 2008.lnk
- estsprt.sys
- helper.sys
- 63825787604427079274186537277345
- scui.cpl
Registry Keys
- HKEY_USERS\Software\XP antivirus
- XP antivirus
- HKEY_USERS\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\"XP antivirus" = "C:\Program Files\XPAntivirus\XPAntivirus.exe"
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\XP antivirus_is1
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\XPAntivirusFilter
- 63825787604427079274186537277345
- Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MenuOrder\Start Menu2\Programs\XP Antivirus 2008
Known Variants
VirusBurst is a re-branded variant of other well-known rogue anti-spyware programs, including SpywareQuake, SpyFalcon, SpywareStrike, SpySheriff, SpyHeal and many other pseudonyms.
External links
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Spyware
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- Non-profit Malware Process Library - Non-profit website that list most known Spyware Process names.
- How Spyware And The Weapons Against It Are Evolving
- Windows System Update - Latest bug fixes for Microsoft Windows
- Manual Removal Instructions for XPAntivirus - Learn how to remove XPAntivirus.
- McAfee Threat Center - Library of detailed information on viruses.
- Remove XPAntivirus - Easy XPAntivirus removal steps. Parasite database on how to remove spyware and rogue anti-spyware programs.
