InternetSecurity 2010 absolutely provides no security for your PC. In fact, this rogue security program is spyware that claims to detect threats and infections. Through misleading security warnings and fake online scanners, InternetSecurity 2010 attempts to make you believe that threats are on your PC, and that you should purchase their product to remove these parasites.
InternetSecurity 2010 displays fake error messages when media player processes are running such as QuickTimePlayer.exe, AdvancedDVDPlayer.exe, PowerDVD.exe, etc. This rogue claims that it detects parasites and threats through the fake online scanners, and that it can remove these threats. InternetSecurity 2010 has no ability to detect or remove anything at all. The entire scheme is an attempt to take your money.
How malware installs on your PC
When malware installs on your computer, you won’t realize it right away, but you will in a short time. InternetSecurity 2010 may install through the fake online scanners, or by downloading other programs that are popular like music and games. Malicious websites may also be responsible for placing spyware on your PC. Shared networks and spam e-mails are other possible sources.
Symptoms of InternetSecurity 2010
If InternetSecurity 2010 becomes installed on your PC, there are several symptoms you are likely to notice. Constant security alerts and pop-up ads are common, and you will likely notice that your PC seems to be running slower than usual or is even unstable. You may have a new toolbar in your browser that wasn’t there before, or your home page may suddenly change. Your browser may take you to unknown websites as well.
What spyware does
Besides the annoying pop-up ads and slow PC, spyware performs other malicious activities. It may collect information about what you do when you surf the Internet. Your search queries, websites you visit and even personal information may be collected and sent to remote servers. Occasionally, your personal identity may be at risk; some applications have the ability to access passwords, credit card numbers and other private data.
Once you realize that your PC is infected with InternetSecurity 2010, it should be removed immediately. Manual removal is possible, but not advised unless you really know what you are doing. If done incorrectly, manual removal may damage your PC.
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