Can't get rid of Clean PC Tool?
CleanPCTool is a new Rogue "performance optimizer" software that claims to improve the performance of your PC. It is installed on users computer without permission, usually by Zlob or Vundo Trojan variants that infects the system and floods the computer with fake system notifications, warning and pornographic pop-ups to convince and scare users that their PC is infected. The popups and notification warnings redirect visitors to the www.Cleanpctool.com website where they are offered to download the free CleanPCTool scanner.The scan results will show fake list of trojan and malware infections pre-programmed by the CleanPCTool software itself to scam victims into buying the full registered CleanPCTool $50 version.
Clones: AVSystemCare, StorageProtector, PCPrivacyTool, YourPrivacyGuard, Clean PC Tool
Process: cleanpctool.exe,
sysre,
ucookw.exe,
cleanpctool.lnk
CleanPCTool Symptoms:
- Slow computer, long boot and reboot, windows screen freeze
- Reduced internet connection speeds, browser opens slowly
- Loss of data, frequent errors and system shutdowns (Blue screen of death)
- Unknown running task processes
- Shows fake errors and malware infections
- Removes legitimate system programs
- Difficult to get rid of, reinstall itself even after been removed
- Windows redirects to http://www.cleanpctool.com
- Generates annoying pop-ups even with popup blocker and offline
- Pornographic and adult advertisements
- Hijacks browser homepage, redirects and change browser settings
- Browser frequent close-downs
- Ads fake system tray icons and desktop shortcuts,
- Change desktop settings and wallpaper
- Missing system tray icons
- Fake "windows security center alert" warnings and firewall notifications
- Annoying bleepings
CleanPCTool Activities:
- Monitors system activity
- Modify system registry
- Logs and sends browsing history to remote servers
- Creates and infects PC through browser security holes
- Installation occurs without user knowledge or consent
- Disable anti-virus and firewall programs
- Tracks installed security and privacy application
- Record surfing habits and generates matching pop up ads
- Logs operating system information, user names, keystrokes and passwords
- Download and install dangerous third party software and trojan
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