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Old 31st Jul 2008, 13:13
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ShyTorque

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AntiSpyCheck!!

I'm using my laptop to type this because yesterday my desktop PC was been infected by a Trojan / malicious programme called AntiSpyCheck, which I now believe is from a Latvian source.

It appeared whilst using a search to find info about rotary accidents and it got past my firewall. Very sneaky programme, an install request box appeared and clicking to cancel caused it to install! It changes the desktop menu bar, tries to re-direct links to other internet pages and comes up with worrying messages with the thinly disguised intent of getting the recipient to send payment for dubious antivirus software.

I had tried various means of removing it; so far without luck. Some so-called free downloads identify it but need registration and payment to remove it. I'm not opposed to paying out but I've read various reports about how effective these removers actually are.

Does anyone here have any more info and a recommendation on the best way to deal with this? Thanks in advance.
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