Watch out for fake virus alerts

Here is an excerpt taken from http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/antivirus-rogue.aspx  now I wouldn't follow their advice, but at least it gives an explanation as to what a lot of people are running into.


The only way to get rid of this is to boot into safe mode (with network), remove the random character generated .exe file from the registry, then load something like Malwarebytes, choose the free version, run it, remove the virus (or rogue crapware) then boot normally. After booting normal, open Internet Explorer, if nothing comes up, click on "Tools" - "Internet Options" - "Connections" - "Lan Settings" make sure nothing is checked in the "Proxy Server" area.

These new rogue spyware virus' or whatever you want to call them, will mess with those settings as well. So even when you think it's gone, you still may not be able to get to the internet. Check the Internet Explorer settings referred to above and you should be good.

If you need more help or info let me know!