subject: Stand defensive against Internet Defender [print this page] Stand defensive against Internet Defender
When we browse the internet we are most definitely concerned with our safety and we would do anything that is in our hands to ensure the security of our systems. Internet Defender sounds like the very program which would help us in completing this task, but stop right there, before you navigate your pointer towards anything that would deliver this malicious threat unto your system. What is more, if you have it in your system already, don't hesitate to eradicate Internet Defender for good.
This rogue doesn't ask your permission whether it can enter your system or not. It paves its way to your computer via complicated distribution system. For one, there are browser hijackers which can forcefully redirect you to Internet Defender host site. The website which distributes the rogue can actually look rather appealing, because the creators of this malicious application do take their time in creating nice user interfaces. But it is done in order to deceive you and trick you into believing you can trust Internet Defender.
Secondly, you should also stop and think before you click on the mail you've received from someone you don't know, especially if that mail comes with an attachment. Rogue antispyware applications also use spam mail as a way of distribution, so these attachments which you want to open can contain Internet Defender installation file, or a Trojan infection. Rogues like Internet Defender usually come bundled with a Trojan horse infection, so by allowing this rogue to stay in your computer you might be also responsible for all the other contaminations that come with it.
At the end of the day, by rooting in your system Internet Defender certainly performs two things: it damages your computer's overall performance and tries to steal your money. Do not believe any type of security notifications that you receive from this rogue and don't even think about entrusting it with your credit card information. Choose what is best for your computer acquire a decent malware remover and destroy Internet Defender as soon as you can.
