The best way somebody can get you to install fake software on your PC is to trick you into believing you’re getting something you need. The biggest threats in terms of computer security are scammers, identity thieves and hackers. How to identify the fakes antivirus software packages you should try and avoid at all costs.Scam creators or Malware designers sponsor and promote fake antivirus through diffrent websites in order for financial benefit.
Hackers play malicious tactics in the name of a free virus scanner. Fake antivirus software force users into purchasing the legal version of fake scanners.These programs attack your computer and take your personal information from your PC for various purposes.
How to Identify Fake Antivirus?
These tips will help you identify a fake antivirus software
- Software pops up asking you to scan your computer.
- You haven’t installed that software.
- If you have clicked “Scan” button it will show a lot of viruses.
- It won’t help you clean your computer instead it will ask you to purchase security software to clean your computer.
List of Fake Antivirus Software
Following is the list of some common antivirus software.
- CleanUp Antivirus
- Dr Guard- Antimalware Defende
- XP Guardian 2010
- XP Internet Security
- Antivirus XP 2010
- XP Antivirus Pro 2010
- Security Antivirus
- Advanced Defender
How to Protect From Fake antivirus
- Do not use your credit card information to buy a antivirus you are not aware.
– Never scan your computer online with a antivirus you are not familiar.
- For more details about that product please search over the Internet to find out details.
– If you are affected with a fake antivirus, immediately clean your computer with a real Antivirus product (list of top 10 FREE ones can be found here)
-original article: Cybervally