Uniblue Spyeraser – Rogue Antispyware software?

I downloaded a new spyware remover yesterday to try it out. The software carries the name of “Spyeraser” and is distributed by a company named Uniblue. The download is easy enough and installation went without a hitch.

After checking for available updates I proceeded to perform a full scan of my system. I was horrified to see that my computer was infected with nearly 200 items of spyware! Spyeraser had identified components of certain software as spyware or potentially dangerous.

On trying to remove the “infected” items, I was not surprised to find that this is only a trial version which allows scanning only. To actually remove any “infected” items you have to pay for the software. Not a chance!

Many of the items appear to be false positives aimed at encouraging unsuspecting internet users to part with cash and card details. I performed full scans with Adaware and Spybot

Both programs found no infections on my system. I have removed Spyeraser and will stick with the applications I know and trust. Obviously the choice is yours but I would not recommend using the product Spyeraser until it has been fully tested and confirmed as ok by the guys at spywarewarrior

Avoid Winfixer!

While surfing the Internet you may suddenly be interrupted by a small popup box which looks very like a standard windows box. It will claim that your machine is either infected already or is at risk of infection. It will then go on to suggest that you download and install Winfixer to protect and repair your system.

Do not click yes or ok or download now. Click the x at the top right to close the window and ignore it. You may be subject to another popup or even a fullscreen insisting you are at risk. Again, ignore and click the x in the top right corner.

Winfixer is available in two versions Winfixer 2005 and 2006. Please do not download or purchase either version. This software has been known to report up to 1000 severe system threats when in reality none exist at all. The user is then encouraged to purchase the full version of Winfixer claiming that it will clean up your pc, make it faster and provide continued protection. It does not.

Please avoid this software if at all possible. It may also appear as errorsafe. This is exactly the same program and should also be avoided.

Avoid if possible!

For a more detailed report see Stopbadware.org