How to remove Windows Problems Protector
Windows Problems Protector description
Windows Problems Protector is a rogue anti-spyware program which can also be found in a different name, such as Windows Shield Center. Both programs are malicious and fraudulent. As common for malware Windows Problems Protector spreads via trojan and starts to scan PC. All these scans are rogue and notifications should be ignored, such as:
Microsoft Security Essentials Alert
Potential Threat Details
Microsoft Security Essentials detected potential threats that might compromise your private or damage your computer. Your access to these items may be suspended until you take an action. Click ’show details’ to learn more.
Threat prevention solution found
Security system analysis has revealed critical file system vulnerability caused by severe malware attacks.
Risk of system files infection:
The detected vulnerability may result in unauthorized access to private information and hard drive data with a seriuos possibility of irreversible data loss and unstable PC performance. To remove the malware please run a full system scan. Press ‘OK’ to install the software necessary to initiate system files check. To complete the installation process please reboot your computer.
System Security Warning
Attempt to modify register key entries is detected. Register entries analysis is recommended.
System component corrupted!
System reboot error has occurred due to lsass.exe system process failure.
This may be caused by severe malware infections.
Automatic restore of lsass.exe backup copy completed.
The correct system performance can not be resumed without eliminating the cause of lsass.exe corruption.
Warning!
Name: firefox.exe
Name: c:\program files\firefox\firefox.exe
Application that seems to be a key-logger is detected. System information security is at risk. It is recommended to enable the security mode and run total System scanning.
Malware is designed to pilfer money from unwary users. Windows Problems Protector can hijack your browser to deceptive web pages that sell “licensed” version of the program. It provides mass of information about Windows Problems Protector but in fact this is all a lie and should not be trusted. Counterfeit application only gains to trick user into thinking their computer is severely compromised. Do not fall for this blatant scam because it may cause you serious problem.
Purchasing illegal version of the program means you’ll get more viruses onto your computer and less money in your pocket. Avoid clicking on suggested links but choose reputable security tool and get rid of Windows Problems Protector immediately. Make sure you delete it and all its affiliated components.
How to get rid of Windows Problems Protector
This infection can be removed using Spyware Doctor.
Spyware Doctor is widely valued as one of the best AntiSpyware programs available to protect you from Windows Problems Protector and the latest internet security threats. If your computer is infected with Windows Problems Protector we strongly recommend automatic spyware scanner.
How to manually remove Windows Problems Protector
To get rid of spyware such as Windows Problems Protector you need to remove processes, search and delete registry keys, DLL and other Windows Problems Protector related files from your computer.
Take Note: The manual process of removing spyware from your computer is difficult and puts you at risk of damaging your computer. We advise using our automatic Windows Problems Protector remover.
- Uninstall Windows Problems Protector from Control Panel
Start > Settings > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. Double click to uninstall. -
Delete Windows Problems Protector registry entries:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon "Shell" = '%UserProfile%\Application Data\.exe'
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\egui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\ekrn.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msascui.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msmpeng.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options\msseces.exe "Debugger" = 'svchost.exe'
To open registry editor click Start > Run > type "regedit".
Warning! Manual registry entries editing may cause damage to your system.
Download Uniblue RegistryBooster 2010 to scan for registry errors. -
Search and delete these Windows Problems Protector related files:
%UserProfile%\Application Data\.exe