Multi-name rogue 2014 - How to remove

Win 7 Protection 2014 and XP Protection 2014 are the latest rogue antivirus programs that have started attacking computers recently. This Multi-name rogue 2014 belongs to Braviax/FakeRean family that has been attacking thousands of computers for many years already. Thanks to security researcher S!Ri for posting about these new members of this family. The programs pretend to be legitimate security tools that can help you to solve various security related issues. In fact they only imitate functions of antivirus programs instead of performing them in real and try to make some easy money. Here are the names that the rogue uses to infect computers.

WIN 7 NAMES: Win 7 Protection 2014, Win 7 Antivirus 2014

WIN 8 NAMES: Win 8 Protection 2014, Win 8 Antivirus 2014

WIN VISTA NAMES: Vista Protection 2014, Vista Antivirus 2014

WINDOWS XP NAMES: XP Protection 2014, XP Antivirus 2014

The programs are installed to computers using Trojan viruses and once inside they are configured to start automatically when a PC starts. First of all, Multi-name rogue 2014 scans your system for infections and reports about a bunch of infected files. To remove them, it offers purchasing its license and activating the program. It states that this is the only option in order to clean your system from infections. The truth is Multi-name rogue 2014 displays fake scan results. In fact, your system can be absolutely fine but it will still state to find the same threats. The files that are listed in the scan results are either your legitimate programs or they don’t exist on your computer at all. Multi-name rogue 2014 only wants you to believe your system is infected and make you purchase one of its versions to get your money.

What is more, Multi-name rogue 2014 causes tons of fake security notifications and pop up ads which state false information just like the scanner. Some of messages state that a few critical system files of your computer were modified by a malicious program or spyware attempts to steal passwords, etc. In order to block unauthorized modification and remove threats, you are recommended to purchase a full version of Win 7 Protection 2014, Win 8 Antivirus 2014, XP Protection 2014 or similar program. Here are some of the notifications you may receive:

System Hijack!
System security threat was detected. Viruses and/or spyware may be damaging your system now. Prevent infection and data loss or stealing by running a free security scan.

Win 8 Antivirus 2014 has blocked a program from accessing the internet
This program is infected with Trojan-BNK.Win32.Keylogger.gen
Private data can be stolen by third parties, including credit card details and passwords.

Win 8 Antivirus 2014 Alert
System Hacked!
Unknown program is scanning your system registry right now! Identity theft detected.

Tracking software found!
Your PC activity is being monitored. Possible spyware infection. Your data security may be compromised. Sensitive data can be stolen. Prevent damage now by completing a security scan.

However, you should know that purchasing any of programs from Braviax family will not help you to improve your computer’s protection. Multi-name rogue 2014 is only expecting to gain money by forcing you into purchasing its program. If you have noticed any signs of its existence on your system, remove it as soon as possible.  Scanning your system with a reputable antispyware program, for example, Stopzilla will solve this issue. Below you can find full instructions how to remove Multi-name rogue 2014. In case you have made a payment for it, immediately contact your credit card company and dispute the charges.

UPDATE: In fall 2014, another version of this rogue anti-malware has been released. The only thing that is different from its predecessors is the name. It comes under Rango name, for example, Rango XP Protection 2014, Rango Win 8 Antivirus 2014, Rango Win 8 Antispyware 2014, Rango Win 7 Antispyware 2014. These rogue programs also purposely display false scan results and attempt to make users purchase their full versions.

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Special removal instructions how to remove Win 7/ Win8/ XP Protection 2014, Win 7/ Win8/ XP Antivirus 2014

1. Start->Run
2. Enter https://www.2-viruses.com/downloads/stopzilla.exe and press ‘Enter’. Wait for the file to downlad.
3. Run the Stopzilla installer. It should kill Multi-name rogue 2014 process.
4. If the Stopzilla installer does not kill the process, try the Spyhunter installer : Start->run https://www.2-viruses.com/downloads/spyhunter-i.exe, download and run.
5. Scan with  Stopzilla, Spyhunter or Malwarebytes to eliminate the parasite.

At this point the Stopzilla installer is capable of killing processes of this rogue family, though you might need additional anti-malware tools to fully remove the parasite.

Multi-name rogue 2014 removal video guide

UPDATE: Zorton Antivirus/Protection 2014.

In November 2014 another version of Multi-name rogue antivirus has showed up. This time it uses Zorton name and depending on which version of Windows it affects it comes as Zorton Win 8 Protection 2014, Zorton Win 8 Antivirus 2014, Zorton Win 7 Protection 2014, Zorton Win 7 Antivirus 2014, Zorton XP Protection 2014, Zorton XP Antivirus 2014, Zorton Vista Protection 2014, Zorton Vista Antivirus 2014.

Just like the older versions of this Braviax rogue, Zorton  rogue antivirus programs pretend to be a valid application that can protect your computer from various infections, but it’s just a trick to convince you and rip off your money. Usually it travels bundled with other free applications that can be downloaded from the Internet. It gets installed alongside without users even being aware of that. To avoid getting infected, you should stay away from downloading freebies from websites that look not very reliable.

Once installed Zorton Win 8 Protection 2014 starts scanning your computer automatically. However, this scan is fake. The program has no scan engine and viruses database, therefore it can’t really detect any infection on your computer. Nevertheless, it has a really nice user interface that was developed to create an image of a trustworthy and reliable application. Once scan ifinishes, Zorton Win 8 Protection 2014 will display you a message that your computer is at risk and offer you to remove that particular infection after purchasing a premium version of Zorton Win 8 Protection 2014 program. You should not do that because this application is not valid and you will simply lose your money.

If you have already paid, immediately contact your credit card provider and refund your money. Don’t forget to state that you have been scammed and paid for a fake program that does not work as described. To remove Zorton Win 8 Protection 2014 you should download a trustworthy anti-malware, such as Spyhunter or Malwarebytes. Install it and run a scan of all the files stored on your hard drive. It will automatically detect and remove the threats. To remove this rogue manually, follow the guide below.

Manual removal of Zorton Win 8/Win 7/XP/Vista Antivirus/Protection 2014

1. Start->Run
2. Enter https://www.2-viruses.com/downloads/stopzilla.exe and press ‘Enter’. Wait for the file to downlad.
3. Run the Stopzilla installer. It should kill Multi-name rogue 2014 process.
4. If the Stopzilla installer does not kill the process, try the Spyhunter installer : Start->run https://www.2-viruses.com/downloads/spyhunter-i.exe, download and run.
5. Scan with  Stopzilla, Spyhunter or Malwarebytes to eliminate the parasite.

At this point the Stopzilla installer is capable of killing processes of this rogue family, though you might need additional anti-malware tools to fully remove the parasite.

Multi-name rogue 2014 removal video guide

 

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