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Last answer on Oct 31, 2009 6:48:20 pm GMT Me, on Aug 29, 2008 1:57:08 pm BST 
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Hello,
I have this one hell of a problem. My computer just keep having a pop up which states "You have a security problem". This stupid as i ran my scanners like three times in a row, with no virus. It ask me to download some stupid anti spy-ware programme which i have to pay for-AntiVirus2008XP. My initial thoughts were that after downloading, problems would be solved, but no, i continued. Anything i do will be interfered by it, even typing this. I tried many solutions, but none work. WOULD SOMEONE HELP ME GET RID OF IT? I CANT DO ANYTHING PROPERLY!

Configuration: Windows XP
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Me, on Aug 29, 2008 2:24:38 pm BST
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So i got rid of the crappy , fake virus scanner. But now pose with a new problem, it now pop out and tells me i need buy, get, have, purchase, the thing all over again. So i need a solution. ANYONE CAN PLEASE HELP ME ERADICATE ANY FORM OF THIS...FAKE VIRUS THING FROM MY COMPUTER WITH NO HISTORY OF IT?!?

P.S. The deletion of the programme was all to someone named 'Dennis' Thanks. The rogue programme is good!

   
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theneed, on Mar 26, 2009 7:35:28 am GMT
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I'd recomend you use RegistryFix to repair it.
Just do a free scan ,this tool will diagnose the error and fix it.
http://www.make-pc-faster.com/

   
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webdeb, on Jul 25, 2009 2:48:09 am BST

This is to everybody who has experienced this. I had it too, and the only way I got rid of it was to restore my system to an earlier date. I have xp and I know not all computers have the option but if you have xp you should go to start menu, all programs, accessories, tools, click restore my computer to an earler time. Then a calendar pops up and lets you select a date. Select from the bold dates a time earlier than when this crazy thing showed up. restart your computer and boom it's gone. I hope this works as well for you as it did for me.

   
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CompTech, on Jul 25, 2009 12:17:55 pm BST

I suggest downloading a program called Malwarebytes (www.malwarebytes.org). It has served me well in getting rid of all kinds of viruses and spyware/malware. We use it on all our customers PCs as well.

   
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Rubyduck75, on Oct 12, 2008 7:08:17 am BST
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Did you ever get rid of your secutiry pop up? I have it also and don't know what to do.

   
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miky, on Jul 7, 2009 1:24:07 am BST

Test its note a triera virus

   
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chang, on Nov 4, 2008 10:20:45 pm GMT

Hi!

I am having the same problem that you had, and found this site after looking for an answer. Perhaps you could tell me what you did to get rid of this annoying security problem thing? It would give me a big relief.. please share. Thanks

Charie

   
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Pels, on Nov 10, 2008 9:47:59 pm GMT
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I've got exactly the same problem - Hope you can help me with this problem, or send me a name for a program that can fix this irritating pop-up hell!

   
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vee1, on Dec 2, 2008 1:39:12 pm GMT

I have this problem and cant get rid of it. I have run norton antivirus which pick things up and puts them into quarantine then i reboot the machine and it is still there still the same nasty problem. please help me.

   
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cin, on Jan 8, 2009 10:02:22 pm GMT
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Hey Vee1,
I also got this crappy SPYWARE 2008 warning. I keep deleting it. Sometimes it seems to seize my computer up. I have tried running the Norton several times and deleting the self installed spyware. It says it has blocked it but it still pops up. I will try again tonight to try to get rid of it with some more free spyware. This spyware is very intimidating. You think you are in serious trouble when it pops up and when you choose to go unprotected you feel as though you are exposing yourself more. Please let me know it you have gotten rid of this pesky pop up, I just got it Tuesday night.
Thanks

   
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Jason, on May 16, 2009 4:05:28 pm BST

The antipyware2008 or 2009 version is a rouge anti virus installer. If you do pay for it, it will suck all the money from your credit card or bank account. The best piece of software that I recommend is Malwarebytes. It has been the best solution for me and gets rid of practically everything. You can download it from www.malwarebytes.org

   
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tychi, on Feb 4, 2009 1:20:39 pm GMT
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Hello,anytime I'm on the internet. I keep getting popins.can't stop the pop ups .what can I do.....give reply.

   
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Dasweetsensation, on Mar 23, 2009 11:20:52 am GMT
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I NEED THAT SOLUTION PLEEAZZZE! I HAVE THIS PROBLEM ON MY COMPUTER AT THE SCHOOL I GO TO AND I'D REALLY APPRECIATE IF YOU WOULD POST HOW TO GET THE POP UP FAKE SCANNERS AWAY..... IF NOT THEN COULD YOU SEND ME THE HOW TO GUIDE ? THANKS

   
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Mek, on Dec 7, 2008 6:45:53 pm GMT
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Hey,
Have you's all tried uninstalling this program and deleting all the files the programs got.
This virus might spread around you computer so get a good virus scanner (Trend-Mirco) and it will tell you where the file
is hidden.

   
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best17, on Dec 27, 2008 4:09:27 am GMT
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I have that stupid virus too! I can't get rid of it. I'm about to wipe the hard drive clean and reinstall the operation system

   
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comgeek, on Dec 30, 2008 4:01:50 am GMT
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Dont pay for antispyware xp 2009. it is a scam. antispyware xp 2009 is a part of the fake antivirus 2009. Antivirus 2009 is an unwanted program, from the authors of Antivirus 2008 . These applications have resembling interface and "features". After stealth installation, Antivirus 2009 will show tonns of fake spyware\adware detection messages and offers to remove reported threats (after you purchase commercial version). But in real Antivirus 2009 is not a spyware cleaner, it's just an imitation of spyware remover. Antivirus 2009 can also slow your computer and cause system errors and crashes. Remove Antivirus 2009 using manual removal instructions (for advanced users) or removal tool.

to remove it, use manual removal guide
http://remove-fake-antivirus2009.flesh9.com

   
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i have a security problem!, on Dec 31, 2008 6:30:24 am GMT
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I have the same problem!! so annoying!! however, your directions are too technical for me.. are there any free downloads out there that can eliminate this pop up/ problem??

   
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Ct, on Jan 2, 2009 4:51:39 am GMT
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I am having the same problem. I have tried almost everything. I have scanned my computer for viruses at least five times, and yes my antivirus software is pretty good. I have deleted cookies, temporary internet files, and my local disk cookies. I have also tried to manga addons and looked for anything suspicious. I have looked in my files and my programs on my computer for anything suspicous. I have viewed the source of the popups and they are from www.w3.org 1999 xhtml. That is my only lead on the site because I looked at the html and javascripting.I have put the site on the block list on my internet options on both the security and privacy list. My problem first started when I was trying to find a good computer programming tutor. I had to temporarily allow popups so I could get to the link. Ever since then every time I get online and surf I will get popups including antivirus 2009 and it will say if I don't install it my computer will suffer damage,data loss, and freezing. Almost anywhere I click it will pull up a suspicous download. I never download it because it porbably has tons of viruses. I will also get tons of popups of advertizments. All of this also slows down my computer online. I don't understand how they are getting to me! All of these are very annoying!!!
If anyone has any information please tell me.

   
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marek, on Jan 18, 2009 3:06:40 pm GMT
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I used the manual..... at first the manual was blocked so i had to change it to a trusted site. then i went to it and used it but wen i went to search and seared for "Antivirus 2009"..... i searched everything on my computer for it and there was nothing about it on there, how do i find it f it's hiddn? and is installed if wen i try to go to a site it says "Blocked" and it says " u are un protected pay for the full version of Antivirus 2009" does that mean it's installed?



Message me back marek1778@hotmail.com

   
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mike, on Jan 6, 2009 12:38:03 am GMT

It is a false virus software, dont pay 4 it. It takes over your browser, and can start the scanner on your PC
is a malware...its Hijacking you Home page.
try http://www.ccleaner.com/ and use Firefox as you browser :0) it is more secure against Hijacking.

Mich.dk

   
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Ct, on Jan 9, 2009 12:38:18 am GMT

I think I already tried mozilla firefox as an alternative and it still didn't work. Now today I was online and my computer just shutdown for no reason! I'm afraid things are going to get worse.

   
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afcbroox, on Jan 9, 2009 12:13:39 pm GMT

I have downloaded malwarebytes, ccleaner & AVG. The pop ups have gone but AntiVirus 2009 blocks my internet when I go onto a new page.

Please help me get rid of this bastard virus!!!

   
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ArtisanPC, on Jan 9, 2009 1:15:49 pm GMT

Hi,

I've ad a lot of customers with this problem. Try Malwarebytes' RogueRemover, available here: http://www.malwarebytes.org/rogueremover.php.

After you've done that, run full scans with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware and CCleaner.

   
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AFCBROOX, on Jan 9, 2009 3:17:49 pm GMT

Hi, I have downloaded and run malwarebytes rougue remover and it did not find anything.

I re ran Malwarebytes & CCleaner, neither of which found anything.

It is still blocking my internet.

Any more help would be great. I am about to close the whole thing down.

Thanks

   
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Ct, on Jan 11, 2009 2:46:14 am GMT

I ran my antivirus scan the other day and it detected three viruses. I removed them all. One was a antivirus 2008 popup. Another was a virus that displays ads. And the final one was a keylogger. That pretty much solved all of my problems, but when I got on my laptop today the popups just came right back.

   
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AFCBROOX, on Jan 12, 2009 11:14:21 am GMT
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I solved the problem!!

Download the free 30 day trial of Kaspersky ANTI VIRUS.

You may have to uninstall some other anti virus' on your computor but kaspersky kills the bastad good and proper.

Good luck.

   
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stephanieeee ;], on Jan 18, 2009 6:35:16 pm GMT

Uh the same thing happens so me? On my laptop there just so many things poping up. I am using an old laptop and i tries intalling but this thing pops up saying you have 3 erors i dont know what to do!!!! Help mehhhh

   
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ct, on Jan 19, 2009 2:14:18 am GMT

I finally got rid of them! I ran my antivirus software before I connected to the internet and it located a downloader and trojan.vundo You guys probably have vundo too. Vundo is a virus that displays popups and ads. Look up how to remove it.

   
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Nic, on Jan 26, 2009 9:18:29 pm GMT

Solution:
Shut down Computer
Disconnect Internet connection from computer
Start up computer
Run full System Computer Scan with Anti Virus
Shut down Computer
Restart computer and run another Full System Scan, Shut down computer
When complete reconnect internet and restart computer
Virus should be gone
Worked for me :)
Nic

   
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ignys, on Jan 29, 2009 1:49:41 pm GMT
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Hi,

Antivirus 2008 XP is fake security tool. It tries to confuse people with its name as it is similar to Windows XP. Follow the removal steps that are here: http://www.2-spyware.com/remove-antivirus-2008-xp.html

   
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noscrazy, on Feb 9, 2009 2:49:59 pm GMT
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Ive had a similar virus, i went into start-allprograms-accesries-system tools- system restore. it got rid of the virus for me. choose the date to before the popups started coming. works fine for me, hope it helps.

   
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Ahmad, on Feb 17, 2009 2:56:00 am GMT
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Got the same prob

   
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Roscoe P. Coltrane, on Mar 7, 2009 9:56:48 pm GMT
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I have had the sam problem. Its called vundo. like the guy above stated.
http://vundofix.atribune.org/ your solution

   
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sympathetic, on Apr 12, 2009 9:27:01 pm BST

OK so the same thing happened to me. This Antivirus thing is a scam!! It's MALWARE that you have to get rid of. It's happened to me twice, the first time i caught it in time and ran a program that gets rid of malware/spyware. The second time however, i had to take my computer to reset EVERYTHING. I got malwarebytes to get rid of this the first time and it worked like a charm!! Try it!

   
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801drummer, on May 1, 2009 9:46:15 pm BST

I meant Ctrl+Alt+Delete

   
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801drummer, on May 1, 2009 9:43:43 pm BST

Ive gotten this pop up while on myspace. I just press Ctrl+Delete and end all internet activity. I do this becase i know if i press any of the bottons on there i'll most likely get a virus.

   
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anonymous, on May 3, 2009 6:25:34 am BST

Yeah, it wont let me on my email and i try downloading the cleaners and it wont even let me do that!! help!! I'm getting really frustrated!! =.(

   
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Anonymous, on May 3, 2009 6:55:24 am BST

I've tried everyone. My Spyware picks it up and deletes it in Safe Mode, but when I restart, the stupid virus is STILL there. Not sure what else to do. I hope I don't have to reformat my comp......

   
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dani, on May 5, 2009 4:34:52 pm BST

Thanks for all your info. I was almost going to buy the antivirus software so thank god i read this first.
There is nothing more frustrating then your laptop not going? I have all the problems everyone else said so will try your suggestions, otherwise i really think ill throw my laptop off a bridge. Hope those antivirus pop up things...well whoever made them they deserve to burn in hell....not cool

   
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help for you, on May 16, 2009 9:24:31 pm BST

If system restore does not help you

You can also try downloading windows defender

First Go to task manager (Ctrl+Alt+Del)
Go to processes tab.
Select any process similar to pav or personal antivirus or personal or services.exe
and End them

After doing this you might be able to purchse malwarebyes but before that try this

go to ,

http://www.microsoft.com/...


Download Windows defender, install and run it.

   
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 Arozas, on Oct 31, 2009 6:48:20 pm GMT

Windows defender sucks to

i use avast! it catches things b4 u go into the webpage

it brings up this popup and rings a siren and says "caution a virus has been detected"

id try that b4 getting crappy windows defender and things like that

   
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