Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Scumware-Remover is Scum, Pure and Simple

Scumware-Remover is a rogue security program that presents itself to the user as a legitimate antispyware tool. Through aggressive and incessant security threat alerts, it tries to alarm the user by stating that security threats exist, and that they should scan their computer to detect these files so that they may be removed. Scumware-Remover is not capable of scanning your PC, so naturally it cannot detect or remove anything either.

Scumware-Remover secretly installs a browser hijacker, which modifies Windows internet explorer settings and sets the default page to smartsearch.com without permission. Like other malware, this one may install even more malware on your PC which only adds to the problems and potential damage that may be caused. Scumware-Remover is capable of modifying network settings, and disabling or deleting files that are necessary for your computer to perform normally.

The common symptoms of Scumware-Remover are generally like other parasites. Your PC may become slow to start up or browse, and just sluggish in general. Pop-up ads and security alerts will drive you crazy, and your browser may redirect you to strange websites. Scumware-Remover, like other malware, may collect information about what you do when you are online, as well as private information like passwords, credit card numbers, and other business data.

Most people get spyware on their computer without knowing it, doing things that are common like downloading files. Music, freeware and games are common culprits, and shared networks may also be responsible. You might also get infected with Scumware-Remover by visiting a malicious website, or clicking on links in spam emails. When you discover it has been installed, it should be removed immediately. You will know it when your computer starts acting “weird.” Manual removal is not advised because you run a high risk of damaging your PC. The process is difficult, and must be performed correctly in order to be successful.

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