SPYWARE: Live Protection 2.1

This signature detects the runtime behavior of the spyware Live Protection 2.1. Live Protection is a rogue security software that uses scare tactics to inform users that there are spyware and malware installed on the system. There are random fake pop-ups that alert users to remove spywares by purchasing the product. This software is associated with rogue anti-spyware KillSpy.

Short Name
SPYWARE:AD:LIVEPROTECTION
Severity
Warning
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
None
Category
SPYWARE
Keywords
2.1 Live Protection
Release Date
12/14/2007
Supported Platforms

srx-branch-12.3

srx-19.3

srx-branch-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.2

srx-branch-19.4

vsrx-19.4

mx-12.3

mx-19.4

vmx-19.4

mx-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.4

srx-19.4

vsrx-12.3

vmx-19.3

vsrx-19.2

srx-12.3

Sigpack Version
3324
False Positive
Unknown

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