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ExpertAntivirus (Expert Antivirus)

by Sarah on June 12, 2008


What is ExpertAntivirus ?

  • Description:
    ExpertAntivirus (or Expert Antivirus) is a rogue anti-spyware, a program that claims to detect and remove or disable spyware, viruses or other Internet threats. However, its capabilities are limited, and the tool may actually function as spyware or adware. This rogue anti-spyware tool often tricks users into purchasing. Trojan horse programs may force installs of Expert Antivirus or make the application difficult to remove. It can be distributed through exploits particularly, the Vcodec vendor, which tricks user with Windows Media player codecs and forces an install.

  • Vendor: EXPERTAntivirus
  • Vendor URL: http://expertantivirus.com/
  • Threat Level: Potentially unwanted application
  • ExpertAntivirus Characteristics:
    • Displays ads.
    • Makes fraudulent claims about spyware detection and removal.

How to Remove ExpertAntivirus ?

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