24 March 2009
Beware of WinPC Defender
WinPC Defender is another fake spyware remover. Likely, it is just a clone of notorious and fake anti-spyware application called XP Police Antivirus. This parasite enters the system without user knowledge, usually it comes with trojan application that pretends to be a video codec. It is obvious that Win PC Defender has malicious intentions. Mainly, it reports bogus scan results and suggest tu buy full version of WinPC Defender.
Once installed and active, WinPCDefender performs fake system scan. It reports various infections and security problems. Those infections of course are all fake. These malicious methods are used in order to scare the user and make him believe that PC is seriously infected. Moreoever, WinPCDefender constantly displays pesky security alerts, that’s why user is unalbre to work normally with his computer. Obviously, WinPC Defender must be removed from the system immediately. Removal delay may worsen the situation.
More information:
WinPC Defender description and removal instructions
WinPC Defender uninstall guide