Windows Antivirus Machine

What is Included in this Windows Antivirus Machine Removal Guide?

1. A Windows Antivirus Machine video to help you remove this threat.

2. A Manual Windows Antivirus Machine Removal Guide

3. Other suggested antivirus clients and services

What is Windows Antivirus Machine?

Windows Antivirus Machine as you most likely already know is a false antivirus client. This kind of virus is known as malware. In most cases those infected with this virus will not be able to open and install programs while the malware is running. This threat has been released dozens of times under different names. The removal process is the exact same, only the name of the client changes. This threat is realated to Windows Virtual Firewall, Windows Web Combat, Windows Virtual Angel and many others.

If you have already purchased this bogus antivirus client you should read our guide that covers how to get your money back. You can find it here. To learn more about how to avoid viruses in the first place read our how to avoid virus infections guide.

How Did I get infected with Windows Antivirus Machine?

There are dozens of ways in which a computer can get infected with a virus. In many cases the end user may not have a good enough antivirus client installed, it could be outdated, the operating system can be out dated and un-patched. Security holes in software such as a web browser or add-ons. Users may even install this malware thinking it’s a video program or security update.

What is Windows Antivirus Machine Doing to My Computer Right Now?

From dealing with this threat hundreds of times on removevirus.org we know that this threat will block most programs from running. It is not deleting personal files or stealing banking info. It basically tries to hold a computer for ransom till you either remove the virus or purchase the client.

Here are some example error messages you may be seeing. Keep in mind that all messages given off are not true.

Warning
Firewall has blocked a program from accessing the Internet
C:\program files\internet explorer\iexplore.exe
is suspected to have infected your PC. This type of virus intercepts entered data and transmits them to a remote server.

Error
Attempt to modify registry key entries detected. Registry entry analysis is recommended.

Error
Attempt to run a potentially dangerous script detected.
Full system scan is highly recommended.

Windows Antivirus Machine

» Download Windows Antivirus Machine Removal Software

RemoveVirus.org has created a Windows Antivirus Machine removal video and manual guide that shows you exactly how to remove Windows Antivirus Machine. It has worked for thousands of people and should work well for you as well. We do recomend a paid antivirus client called Spyware Doctor with Antivirus because this client works very well to remove malware like this. You may need to install it in safe mode with networking. However the video and manual guide found on this site shows you how to remove this threat for free.

Windows Antivirus Machine Removal Video

Windows Antivirus Machine Manual Removal Procedures

Watch the video and use the manual guide as guidance. It works very well together.

You main goal should be to stop the main file trace for Windows Antivirus Machine. Once this is done you will be able to use your computer again.

The file we need to kill is listed below.

• Protector-[random 3 chars].exe Your file trace will be named different Example: Protector-4da.exe.

The location of this file is : C:Users\YOUR USER NAME\AppData\ . You may need to show hidden files and folders on your computer or just manually type in the folder path.

To Stop this process you can

A. Browse to the file location shown above and re-name the file first and then restart your computer. Then browse to that file location again and delete the file.

B.  Boot into Safe Mode and delete the file

C:  Log-into another users account and see if you can delete the file.

D:  Start the Task Manager the very second you login and terminate the process that way.

The next step in Windows Antivirus Machine removal is to delete the following file:

Protector-[random 3 chars].exe (Again you file will be named different)

Windows Safety Maintenance Registry Removal Procedures

You do not need to edit the registry for this virus threat. We recommend you use either an antivirus client or a registry cleaner. In most cases nothing really needs to be done here.

Windows Antivirus Machine Directories:

• %AppData%\NPSWF32.dll
• C:Users\YOUR USER NAME\AppData\%AppData%\Protector-[random 3 chars].exe
• %AppData%\result.db
• %AppData%\1st$0l3th1s.cnf

Conclusion

This malware client is easier to remove then many others. If you get frustrated just take a break and come back to it. If you need advanced help we recommend http://www.pcninja.com. This remote computer repair company has dealt with this virus plenty of times before and can fully remove it for you. It is a paid service. We also recommend SpyHunter because it works to not only remove viruses but also protect you so you do not get infected again. It’s a very easy antivirus client to use.