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If you happen to do a search on "AVG download" and happen to see this website [[url][/url]],do not get the so called "anti virus setup file" as it contains malware or spyware or trojan which is not detectable by anti-virus.

DO NOT DL THE S/W FROM


After you run the "fake setup" you will get this.


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This is after you have been infected by the installation of the file.


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All this is for your information purposes. In case any more victims got faked by the website.

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This thread documents reports of a rogue download that uses the AVG name to deliver fake “antivirus” installers that show false scans and resist removal. Credit to for the original warning and screenshots, to for noting the rogue-AV behavior, and to for confirming persistent reinstall attempts. The advice below focuses on practical containment, removal steps, and verification that add to the existing replies.

Immediate containment (do not pay or activate the fake software): disconnect the PC from the network (unplug or disable Wi‑Fi). If the fake scanner is blocking tools, boot to Safe Mode (older Windows: F8 at boot; newer Windows: use Recovery options -> Safe Mode). Use Task Manager or Process Explorer to identify and end clearly malicious processes; use msconfig or Autoruns to disable unknown startup entries. If processes are protected from termination, use a tool designed to stop rogue processes (run it from Safe Mode or a clean USB).

Suggested removal workflow (perform in order; back up important files first):

1. Disconnect network.
2. Boot Safe Mode (or use a clean rescue USB).
3. Run a process-killer (Rkill-style) to stop rogue services.
4. Install/update and run a full scan with Malwarebytes; quarantine all detections.
5. Reboot normally and run a second-opinion scan (on-demand scanners).
6. Inspect startup keys (HKCU/HKLM\...\Run) and Autoruns for leftovers; remove carefully.
7. If symptoms persist, restore from a known-good backup or reimage.

Post-removal and prevention: verify future installers by checking the Digital Signatures tab and publisher name before running them; obtain software only from the vendor’s official site or well-known repos. Keep OS and security tools updated, maintain regular backups, and change any passwords used while the system was infected. If sensitive financial data was entered, contact the institutions involved and monitor accounts. If removal is uncertain or damage extensive, a clean reinstall is the safest option.

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Addition : Antivirus 2008 is the latest thread from SmitFraud family.
It pretends to be a legit antivirus and displays false positives of malware present in your system.

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Also "Antivirus 2009" is also fake from what i have been hearing...

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This is exactly the information that I needed, thank you very much!

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Your MORE than welcome :)

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so called "anti virus setup file" as it contains malware or spyware or trojan which is not detectable by anti-virus.

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lol my sister didnt know that Anitvirus 2009 is &#@* and she downloaded it...had hard time to get rid of it, coz it keept itself instaling again and again when i turn my computer again on.

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