How to remove ByteDefender rogue antispyware

ByteDefender is a new fake security application that also known as rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family of rogues as SystemArmor, SafePcAv, GuardWWW, MyPcSecure, PcSecureNet, PcsSecure, APcSafe, ProtectSoldier, etc.

HijackThis shows ByteDefender infection:

O4 – HKLM\..\Run: [ByteDefender] “C:\Program Files\ByteDefender Software\ByteDefender\ByteDefender.exe” -min

What ByteDefender does

The design of ByteDefender looks like a normal antispyware tool, but in reality, this program can not remove viruses, trojans, etc., nor will be protect your computer from legitimate future infections. ByteDefender created with one purpose to trick you into purchasing the full version of the software.

ByteDefender

Once started, ByteDefender will add itself into Windows registry to run automatically every time when your computer starts. After that, it starts scanning procedure, which results in finding a lot of trojans, viruses and other malicious programs. Obviously, such results are a fraud, the program want to force you to believe that your computer is infected.

While ByteDefender is running, it will display various misleading notifications and fake security alerts from Windows taskbar. However, all of these alerts and notifications is a fake and like false scan result should be ignored.

From the above, obviously, ByteDefender is a dangerous program, whose presence on your computer is absolutely undesirable. Use the ByteDefender removal instructions or the steps below to remove this malware for free.

How to remove ByteDefender

Download Malwarebytes Anti-malware. Double click mbam-setup.exe to install the application. When installation is complete, make sure a checkmark is placed next to Update Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware and Launch Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware, then click Finish. If an update is found, it will download and install the latest version.

Once the program has loaded you will see a screen like below.

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware

Select "Perform Quick Scan", then click Scan. When the scan is done, click OK, then Show Results to view the results. You will see a list of malware that  Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware found on your computer. Note: list of malware may be different than what is shown in the screen below.

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - lists of malicious software

Make sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected. Once disinfection is finished, a log will open in Notepad and you may be prompted to Restart.

Note: if you can`t download or run these suggested program above, boot your computer in Safe mode with networking and repeat the above steps once again.

If the instructions does not help you, then ask for help in the Spyware removal forum.

SecurePcAv

SecurePcAv is a new fake security application that also known as rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family of rogues as SafePcAv, GuardWWW,  MyPcSecure, PcSecureNet, PcsSecure, APcSafe, ProtectSoldier, etc.

Screen shoot of SecurePcAv

Like other rogues, SecurePcAv installed from fake online scanners with the help of trojans. Once started, it will simulate a system scan and labels previously created files as infections in order to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the  SecurePcAv removal guidelines.

SafePcAv

SafePcAv is a fresh rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family of rogues as GuardWWW,  MyPcSecure, PcSecureNet, PcsSecure, APcSafe, ProtectSoldier, etc.

SafePcAv installed from fake malware online scanner through the use of trojans.

SafePcAv - Fake online scanner

Like other rogues, SafePcAv imitates a system scan and reports false infections as method to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

SafePcAv

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the SafePcAv removal instructions.

 

GuardWWW

GuardWWW is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as MyPcSecure, PcSecureNet, PcsSecure, APcSafe, ProtectSoldier, etc.

Screen shoot of GuardWWW

Once installed, GuardWWW will imitate a system scan and report false infections as method to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the GuardWWW removal instructions.

MyPcSecure

MyPcSecure is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as PcSecureNet, PcsSecure, APcSafe, ProtectSoldier, etc.

Screen shoot of MyPcSecure

MyPcSecure simulates a system scan and reports false infections as method to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

 

Fake Security Center Alert

Fake Windows Security Center

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the MyPcSecure removal instructions.

PcSecureNet

PcSecureNet is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as PcsSecure, APcSafe, ProtectSoldier, etc.

Screen shoot of PcSecureNet

PcSecureNet simulates a system scan and reports false infections as method to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the PcSecureNet removal instructions.

PcsSecure

PcsSecure is a fresh rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family of malware.

Screen shoot of PcsSecure

Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, ProtectDefender imitates a system scan and reports false infections as method to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the PcsSecure removal instructions.

APcSafe

APcSafe is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family.

 Screen shoot of APcSafe

Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, APcSafe imitates a system scan and reports previously created files as infections in order to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with this malware, then follow the APcSafe removal instructions.

ProtectSoldier

ProtectSoldier is a fake antispyware program also known as rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family.

Screen shoot of ProtectSoldier

Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, ProtectSoldier spreads through the use of trojans. When installed, it detects false infections and shows numerous fake security alerts in order to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the ProtectSoldier removal instructions.

APcSecure

APcSecure is a fresh rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family.

Screen shoot of APcSecure

APcSecure spreads through the use of trojans that come from fake online malware scanners. When installed, it detects false infections and shows numerous fake security alerts in order to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the APcSecure removal instructions.

ProtectDefender

ProtectDefender is new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family.

Screen shoot of ProtectDefender from S!Ri.URZ blog

Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, ProtectDefender imitates a system scan and reports false infections as method to trick user into purchasing a full version of the program.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the ProtectDefender removal instructions.

ArmorDefender

ArmorDefender is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as DefendAPc, SysDefenders, InSysSecure , SysProtector, APcDefender, PCprotectar, PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of ArmorDefender from Lavasoft blog

Like other rogue antispyware program, ArmorDefender will simulate a scan and lists previously created files as  infections. All of these files are harmless and infections are fake!

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the ArmorDefender removal instructions.

DefendAPc

DefendAPc is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as SysDefenders, InSysSecure , SysProtector, APcDefender, PCprotectar, PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of  DefendAPc

DefendAPc is distributed through the use of trojans. Once installed and started, it will simulate a scan and lists previously created files as  infections. All of these files are harmless and infections are fake!

While DefendAPc is running, it will display a fake Windows Security Center and a lot of fake security alerts.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the DefendAPc removal instructions.

SysDefenders

SysDefenders is a new rogue antispyware software from the WiniGuard family of rogue antispyware programs such as InSysSecure , SysProtector, APcDefender, PCprotectar, PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of SysDefenders

Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, its installed through the use of trojans, simulates a system scan and reports false security threats as method to trick user into buying a "full" version of the program.

If your computer is infected with this malware then use the SysDefenders removal instructions.

InSysSecure

InSysSecure is a fresh rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as SysProtector, APcDefender, PCprotectar, PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of InSysSecure

InSysSecure is distributed through the use of trojans. Once started, it will simulate a scan and lists previously created files as  infections. All of these files are harmless and infections are fake!

While running, InSysSecure displays a fake Windows Security Center and a lot of fake security alerts.

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the InSysSecure removal instructions.

SysProtector

SysProtector is a rogue antispyware application from the WiniGuard family of rogue antispyware programs such as APcDefender, PCprotectar, PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of SysProtector

SysProtector is installed from malicious websites through the use of trojans. Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, it reports previously created files as infections. All of these infections are fake, SysProtector lists harmless files as infections to trick user into buying a "full" version of the program.

If your computer is infected with this malware then use the SysProtector removal instructions.

APcDefender

APcDefender is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as PCprotectar, PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of  APcDefender

APcDefender is installed from malicious websites through the use of trojans. Like other rogue antispyware programs from WiniGuard family, it will label previously created files as infections. All of these infections are fake, APcDefender reports harmless files as infections to trick user into buying a "full" version of the program.

If your computer is infected with this malware then use the APcDefender removal instructions.

PCprotectar

PCprotectar is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as PcsProtector, GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of PCprotectar

PCprotectar is classified as a fake antispyware program because:
* installed through trojans that come from malicious websites
* the scanning process - clever imitation, in reality PCprotectar will always find trojans, worms and malware
* the difficulty of removal, that is not possible to remove the software using Add/Remove programs panel in the Control Panel
* display nag screens and fake security alerts

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the PCprotectar removal instructions.

PcsProtector

PcsProtector is a rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as GreatDefender, APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

The rogue is installed from malicious websites through the use of trojans. Like other rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family, it will label previously created files as infections.

Screen shoot of PcsProtector

All of these infections are fake, PcsProtector labels harmless files as infections to trick user into buying a "full" version of the program.

PcsProtector removal instructions.

GreatDefender

GreatDefender is a new rogue antispyware program from WiniGuard family as APCProtect, ProtectPcs, SysDefence, TheDefend, GuardPcs, IGuardPc, SiteAdware, AntiTroy, AntiKeep, AntiAdd, RESpyWare, REAnti, KeepCop, SecureKeeper, LinkSafeness, AntiAID, SystemWarrior, SystemFighter, SystemVeteran, BlockProtector, BlockKeeper, BlockScanner, BlockWatcher, SoftBarrier, ShieldSafeness, SoftStronghold, SoftVeteran, SoftCop, SoftSoldier, TrustFighter, TrustSoldier, SafeFighter, TrustCop, SecureWarrior, SecureFighter, SecureVeteran, SecuritySoldier, SaveArmor, SaveDefender, TrustWarrior, SoftSafeness, SafetyKeeper, etc.

Screen shoot of  GreatDefender

GreatDefender is distributed through the use of trojans. Once started, it will simulate a scan and lists a lot of infections. All of these infections are fake!

While running, GreatDefender displays fake Windows Security Center and a lot of fake security alerts.
 

 

If your computer is infected with the rogue, then follow the GreatDefender removal instructions.