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Threat indicator: HIGH

Threat's profile

Name of the threat:

Command or file name:

Threat type:

Affected OS:

Vista Smart Defender

(random).exe

Rogue

Win32/Win64 (Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10)


Vista Smart Defender is rogue threat from the Rogue.FakeRean-Braviax family. This application is considered a scareware fake anti-spyware program as it shows fake scan results, false security alerts, redirects your web browser, and does not allow you to run your legitimate Windows applications and Windows Services. This application is promoted through malicious websites that attempt to install the software by exploiting vulnerabilities on your computer or by tricking you with fake online scans.

Vista Smart Defender registration keys:

9443-077673-5028
3425-814615-3990
2233-298080-3424
1147-175591-6550


Vista Smart Defender

Vista Smart Defender intrusion method

Vista Smart Defender copies its file(s) to your hard disk. Its typical file name is (random).exe. Then it creates new startup key with name Vista Smart Defender and value (random).exe. You can also find it in your processes list with name (random).exe or Vista Smart Defender. Also, it can create folder with name Vista Smart Defender under C:\Program Files\ or C:\ProgramData.

If you have further questions about Vista Smart Defender, please call us on the phone below. It is toll free. Or you can use programs to remove Vista Smart Defender automatically below.


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Features of WiperSoft Antispyware

* Removes all files created by viruses.

* Removes all registry entries created by viruses.

* You can activate System and Network Guards and forget about malware.

* Can fix browser problems and protect browser settings.

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Features of Spyhunter Remediation Tool

* Removes all files created by Vista Smart Defender.

* Removes all registry entries created by Vista Smart Defender.

* Fixes browser redirection and hijack if needed.

* "Toolbar Remover" tool will help you get rid of unwanted browser extensions.

* Removal is guaranteed - if Spyhunter Remediation Tool fails ask for FREE support.

* 24/7 Helpdesk Support and 5 hours of Remote Support via GoToAssist included into the package.

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Threat's description and solution are developed by Security Stronghold security team.

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* Technical details of Vista Smart Defender threat.

* Manual Vista Smart Defender removal.

* Download WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool.


How to remove Vista Smart Defender manually

This problem can be solved manually by deleting all registry keys and files connected with Vista Smart Defender, removing it from starup list and unregistering all corresponding DLLs. Additionally missing DLL's should be restored from distribution in case they are corrupted by Vista Smart Defender.

To get rid of Vista Smart Defender, you should:

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1. Kill the following processes and delete the appropriate files:

  • %CommonAppData%\(random).exe
  • %LocalAppData%\(random).exe
  • %Temp%\(random).exe
  • %AppData%\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Templates\(random).exe

Warning: you should delete only those files which checksums are listed as malicious. There may be valid files with the same names in your system. We recommend you to use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool for safe problem solution.

**Trial version of Wipersoft provides detection of computer viruses for FREE. To remove malware, you have to purchase the full version of Wipersoft.

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2. Delete the following malicious folders:

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3. Delete the following malicious registry entries and\or values:

  • Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe
    Value: (Default)
    Data: random
  • Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\.exe\shell\open\command
    Value: (Default)
    Data: %LocalAppData%\(random).exe -a
  • Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\
    Value: (Default)
    Data: Application
  • Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\\DefaultIcon
    Value: (Default)
    Data: %1
  • Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\\shell\open\command
    Value: (Default)
    Data: %LocalAppData%\(random).exe
  • Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\ah\shell\open\command
    Value: IsolatedCommand
  • Key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\FIREFOX.EXE\shell
    \open\command

    Value: (Default)
    Data: %LocalAppData%\(random).exe -a
  • Key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Clients\StartMenuInternet\IEXPLORE.EXE\shell
    \open\command

    Value: (Default)
    Data: %LocalAppData%\(random).exe

Warning: if value is listed for some registry entries, you should only clear these values and leave keys with such values untouched. We recommend you to use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool for safe problem solution.


If Vista Smart Defender blocks you from running security programs.

Often rogue programs like Vista Smart Defender block you from running security programs and visiting anti-virus websites. In this case we recommend you to boot your Windows in Safe Mode with Networking. This is special mode when Windows will not load third-party services, drivers and start-up objects. However you will be able to use Internet. Just download and run suggested programs for easy Vista Smart Defender removal is Safe Mode with Networking. To load in Safe Mode with Networking and remove Vista Smart Defender do the following:


  • Start or restart your Windows

  • Keep pressing F8 button from the beginning of the boot

  • This will open Advanced Boot Option menu

  • In the menu choose Safe Mode with Networking (use arrows on the keyboard to navigate)

  • Wait until Windows loads

  • Download WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool scan and remove found threats.

  • Restart Windows in Normal Mode


Information provided by: Aleksei Abalmasov

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