Malware Protection 2009 is a fake anti-malware application that poses as legitimate program to fool computer users. It encourages victims to use it for their computer protection. When users are convinced to download Malware Protection, it will be installed straight away. Then, the rogue software will alarm users of detected threats. At this point, the program asks to purchase the registered version before it can proceed with virus removal.
There’s no way that naïve computer owners will identify that Malware Protection 2009 is a malware. It’s a malicious software hiding in the character of antivirus program. Traditionally, this application spreads by seeking an aid from Trojans. Because Trojans are smart enough to get around the system without alarming security software, it can conceal loading of Malware Protection 2009.
The infection brings abundance of computer irregularities. Pop-up alerts, notifications and warnings are displayed. Its motif was to mislead victims and convince them to purchase the paid edition of Malware Protection 2009.
| Type | Rogue |
| Sub-Type | FakeAV |
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| OS Affected | Windows |
| Detected By | MalwareBytes |
Symptoms of Malware Protection 2009 Infection:
Malware Protection 2009 scans the computer and pretends as legitimate security software.


