Virus Fools People Into Uninstalling Their Antivirus Software
Symantec has issued a warning for users to beware the “AnVi Antivirus”. The virus is malware that attempts to fool you into uninstalling legitimate antivirus software.
In a press releases issued today, Symantec warns that the AnVi Antivirus will give users a pop up telling them that there is a problem with their current antivirus software, then it will encourage them to remove it immediately. The virus will display this cheeky little message:
“Uncertified [program name] antivirus software detected on your computer. You need to remove {antivirus name} software for correct operation of the Antivirus.
Attention: If you don`t remove [program name] software, the performance of your computer will dramatically degrade.
Press “OK” to remove the [program name]”
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In a press releases issued today, Symantec warns that the AnVi Antivirus will give users a pop up telling them that there is a problem with their current antivirus software, then it will encourage them to remove it immediately. The virus will display this cheeky little message:“Uncertified [program name] antivirus software detected on your computer. You need to remove {antivirus name} software for correct operation of the Antivirus.
Attention: If you don`t remove [program name] software, the performance of your computer will dramatically degrade.
Press “OK” to remove the [program name]”
Continue read via; Digital Trends
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