Spyware

AntiSpywareShield is a fake anti-spyware program that is related to Dr. Antispy. AntiSpywareShield is downloaded and installed by a Trojan, through browser security holes, or via other unconventional and unethical mechanisms. Once it is installed, AntiSpywareShield will show notifications of imaginary security and privacy risks in its attempts to trick the user into purchasing the full version of the application and may even cause sluggish performance of your computer.

AntiVirGear is a rogue anti-spyware application designed to scare you into purchasing AntiVirGear's full version by showing misleading warning messages on your Taskbar. AntiVirGear is usually downloaded and installed via ZLOB/MediaAccess Codec installer from an adult site. AntiVirGear scans your computer and uses false positives in order to frighten you into buying the full program. Although AntiVirGear may appear to be harmless, it is a security risk to your computer and it may actually expose you to more security threats by installing other malicious applications. Home site for this fake anti-spyware application is www.Antivirgear.com