Turned on computer today and a message constantly pops up from something called Antivir, it's saying my PC'S infected and needs fixed, it's also managed to appear on the little bar at the bottom of the screen, not being very good with computers can anyone tell me how to get rid of it, i have security with McAfee, i've checked this and all seems to fine, it's really bloody annoying and i'm starting to get worried about security now, btw, i can't seem to see an uninstall button anywhere, any help greatly appreciated.
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jann71
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Try starting your computer in safe mode and then run mcafee & malwarebytes and see if that works.
jann71
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Here you go - http://www.malwarebytes.org/
accountantpete
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I had a similar problem and did a systems restore to a previous ok date which got rid of it.
jann71
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Does it link you to this page - http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebyt...4572.html?part=dl-10804572&subj=dl&tag=button
Never had any problems with this site, maybe its the Antivir.
Never had any problems with this site, maybe its the Antivir.
soulful dog
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If you click on that link jann71 posted it should take you directly to the cnet download page for Malwarebytes.
A quick search on the internet shows the following, which might be worth reading, though simply download malwarebytes and run it as that should fix the problem:
http://www.2-spyware.com/remove-antivir.html
"Spyware.com: Remove Antivir. Description and removal instructions
Antivir is a misleading anti-spyware application that reports false or exaggerated system security threats and infections to make you think that your computer is infected with malware. Once installed, it will simulate system scans and display a list of infections, but won't let you to remove those supposed infections unless you pay for a full version of the program. As you can see, the main goal of this misleading application is to trick you into purchasing the program. This is nothing more but a scam. Do not pay for it and uninstall Antivir from your computer as soon as possible.
Antivir is promoted through the use of Trojans that come mostly from fake online anti-malware scanners. Of course, the scammers use other misleading methods to promote their bogus product. Social engineering is very popular distribution method too. You shouldn't accept invitations or open links received from unknown people. When installed, Trojans download rogue application and displays fake security alerts. Those fake security alerts or notifications will state that your computer is infected, for example: "Warning! Identity theft attempt detected". To make things worse, Antivir will hijack Internet Explorer and display "Warning! Visiting this site may harm your computer!" message.
Further more, Antivir may block legitimate anti-spyware software and block security related websites. There shouldn't be any doubts about this bogus application - it must be removed upon detection. Most importantly, do not purchase Antivir. Otherwise, you will simply lose your money. If your computer is infected with this malware, please use the removal guide below to remove Antivir manually for free. Also make sure to scan your PC with a legitimate anti-spyware application to remove the remains or additionally installed malware."
I've not copied the removal guide as it mentions malwarebytes as another option so that's probably easiest for you.
A quick search on the internet shows the following, which might be worth reading, though simply download malwarebytes and run it as that should fix the problem:
http://www.2-spyware.com/remove-antivir.html
"Spyware.com: Remove Antivir. Description and removal instructions
Antivir is a misleading anti-spyware application that reports false or exaggerated system security threats and infections to make you think that your computer is infected with malware. Once installed, it will simulate system scans and display a list of infections, but won't let you to remove those supposed infections unless you pay for a full version of the program. As you can see, the main goal of this misleading application is to trick you into purchasing the program. This is nothing more but a scam. Do not pay for it and uninstall Antivir from your computer as soon as possible.
Antivir is promoted through the use of Trojans that come mostly from fake online anti-malware scanners. Of course, the scammers use other misleading methods to promote their bogus product. Social engineering is very popular distribution method too. You shouldn't accept invitations or open links received from unknown people. When installed, Trojans download rogue application and displays fake security alerts. Those fake security alerts or notifications will state that your computer is infected, for example: "Warning! Identity theft attempt detected". To make things worse, Antivir will hijack Internet Explorer and display "Warning! Visiting this site may harm your computer!" message.
Further more, Antivir may block legitimate anti-spyware software and block security related websites. There shouldn't be any doubts about this bogus application - it must be removed upon detection. Most importantly, do not purchase Antivir. Otherwise, you will simply lose your money. If your computer is infected with this malware, please use the removal guide below to remove Antivir manually for free. Also make sure to scan your PC with a legitimate anti-spyware application to remove the remains or additionally installed malware."
I've not copied the removal guide as it mentions malwarebytes as another option so that's probably easiest for you.
OK thanks to all for the reply's, i've now done a system restore to a point when i knew PC was alright, that link to the malware site is getting blocked by my internet explorer ? i know this sounds silly but do i click on the pop up bar and download the software anyway ?
