AntivirusDemoFraud is a fake antivirus application. This security risk can be downloaded by other threats on the computer or by clicking on certain Internet advertisements, but it must be manually installed. When a user downloads AntivirusDemoFraud and runs a scan, the program reports false scan alerts. The program than tries to fool the user in purchasing the full license to remove the false errors.
Name: AntivirusDemoFraud
Risk Impact: Medium
Systems Affected: Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows Vista, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000
Behavior: The program reports false or exaggerated system security threats on the computer.
How to Remove AntivirusDemoFraud
The following instructions pertain to all current and recent Symantec antivirus products, including the Symantec AntiVirus and Norton AntiVirus product lines.
- Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP).
- Update the virus definitions.
- Run a full system scan.
- Delete any values added to the registry.
For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.
If you do not have Norton Antivirus, you can download a free copy of Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware to remove this software.
See more fake antivirus removal instructions here.
This antivirus scam I have yet to come across and it doesn’t look nearly as clean as some I have seen. Still, somebody once said that a sucker is born every minute and sadly viruses like this take their toll. I will be on the look out for this one. Thanks Frank!
Zuck,
The interface looks like something out of the 80’s. It’s poorly designed and that alone should prompt suspicion.
I’ve had several friends fall for similar traps.
For me, the key point is don’t click on anything unless you are sure what it is and that you trust it.
John,
I live my life online with that same approach. But I do have nice tools that I use daily that are very proactive.
Thank you so much, I’m looking for this, great site!
Thanks for mentioning poor design, Now, i have a clue. Will be on the lookout for this one too!
I haven’t seen this and hope I never do. Thanks for the heads up and the illustrations. I”ll be on the look out.
timethief,
Thank you and I hope to catch them every time they launch another rogue software website.
nice tools i’ll try it.thanks againt
My lap top has just become infected with Security Tool and nothing I do will remove it. Having to use desk top to write you.
Running Windows Vista Home Premium
Bob
Bob,
More then 90% of users were able to remove it following the instructions provided here.