What is Windows Anti-Malware Patch ?
Windows Anti-Malware Patch is a variant of what is commonly called a scareware infection. It installs and looks like it functions as a real antivirus program, but this is not the case.
How Did I get infected with Windows Anti-Malware Patch ?
Most malware of this kind comes from infected ads on webpages. The attacker exploits security vulnerabilities in the ad to deliver the infection directly to your computer. You should be wary of Facebook advertising or Emails you get that seem out of place. If you ever have to question the legitimacy of an email or ad, you probably shouldn’t open it without contacting the sender.
What is Windows Anti-Malware Patch Doing to My Computer Right Now?
In general, not a whole lot. Usually, infections of this kind perform some nuisance operations, such as disassociating executables in the registry and altering your browser’s search settings. Aside from that, they aren’t particularly damaging to your computer. Here are some examples of warning boxes you may get when it is installed.
Error
Attempt to modify registry key entries detected. Registry entry analysis is recommended.
Error
Attempt to run a potentially dangerous script detected.
Full system scan is highly recommended.
Error
Trojan activity detected. System data security is at risk.
It is recommended to activate protection and run a full system scan.
Windows Anti-Malware Patch
» Download Windows Anti-Malware Patch Removal Software
You should remove Windows Anti-Malware Patch as soon as possible. If you have one infection in many cases you will have minor threats or browser toolbars that should be removed. This is why it’s so important to run a full virus scan even if you follow the manual removal guide below. Be sure to run a full virus scan once you have manually removed Windows Anti-Malware Patch .
Windows Anti-Malware Patch Manual Removal Procedures
The first step you must take in order to remove Windows Anti-Malware Patch is to stop the following process. Watch the video for guidance.
- Protector-Random 3 to 4 characters .exe Your file trace will be named different Example: Protector-1fr3.exe.
To Stop this process you can
A. Browse to the file location shown below and re-name the file first and then restart your computer. Then browse to that file location again and delete the file.
B. Boot into Safe Mode and delete the file
C: Log-into another users account and see if you can delete the file.
D: Start the Task Manager the very second you login and terminate the process that way.
The next step in Windows Anti-Malware Patch removal is to delete the following file:
Protector-Random 3 to 4 characters example (acf).exe
Once you have deleted the above executable, Windows Anti-Malware Patch will no longer be running. At this time you need to run a full virus scan. RUN THE SCAN!. We recommend SpyHunter . You need to ensure no other viruses are on your computer. So many people skip this very simple step. Take an extra few minutes and ensure you have all the viruses removed.
If you find this threat too hard to remove yourself and need an expert we recommend http://www.pcninja.com . They charge far less than others and are great at what they do.
Windows Anti-Malware Patch Directories:
- %AppData%\NPSWF32.dll
- %AppData%\Protector-Random 3 to 4 characters example (acf).exe
- %AppData%\Protector-Random 3 to 4 characters example (acf).exe
- AppData%\result.db
File Location Notes:
%AppData% refers to the current users Application Data folder. By default, this is C:\Documents and Settings\<Current User>\Application Data for Windows 2000/XP. For Windows Vista and Windows 7 it is C:\Users\<Current User>\AppData\Roaming.
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