Antivirus System Pro/Magic Software Inc. Hijacked my computer and want me to buy their software to fix it. Internet

WARNING: Fake Magic Software Inc. Spyware

Malware Disclaimer

We are aware that there is an entity advertising itself as “Magic Software Inc”. This entity is a corrupt website, soliciting visitors to purchase its anti-spyware: Spyware Protect 2009, AntiVirus System Pro, AntiVirus Live, and other similarly named products.

Be advised that these are fraudulent browser programs that hijack your computer and modify your browser configuration.

Be aware that this fraudulent entity has nothing to do with either Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. or Magic Software Enterprises Inc. We are not a part of, and we have no relations with this aforementioned entity.

Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. regrets any inconvenience and does not take any responsibility whatsoever, including without limitation, for malware infections caused by any other party. We do not endorse, or choose to take part in any form of browser hijacking, adware installation, pop-up programs, spyware, or any other malware that disrupts user experience.

Note that manual removal of malware is a highly complex procedure that should be performed with extreme caution. Lack of the required skills and even the slightest deviation from the instructions may lead to irreparable system damage. We strongly urge you to use a professional technician to remove any viruses from your computer.

We are aware that the problem is widespread. We have provided below a list of third-party companies offering or advertising malware removal solutions. We have not tested these offerings, and we have no connections with these companies. We, therefore, assume no responsibility for their content or offering.

http://www.2-spyware.com/remove-antivirus-live.html

McAfee‘s confirmation of the above site: http://www.siteadvisor.com/sites/2-spyware.com

CBS’ coverage of the problem: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIoKQQTWde0&feature=channel

PC Magazine forum: http://discuss.pcmag.com/forums/1004426340/ShowThread.aspx

Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. cannot be held responsible for problems that may arise from using the above links.

Thanks for the info on how to remove this virus.  I just went in and reformatted my harddrive.  It will  be very helpful to others who run into this problem.  Another trick i learned is to bring up the window task manager and end the web browser in the processes list.  This  enables  you to  get out of that annoying loop that this virus traps you in. Thanks for being a part of bringing this to everyones attention who sees this entry.  We need to get the word out so that these jackasses dont benefit from their virus.

 
Quite simple to remove "Antivirus System Pro" - Just visit one or more of these
web sites that tell you exactly how to clean it from your operating system:

http://remove-malware.net/how-to-remove-antivirus-system-pro-rogue-anti-spyware/

http://www.ehow.com/how_5146071_manually-remove-antivirus-system-pro.html

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-antivirus-system-pro

http://www.411-spyware.com/remove-antivirus-system-pro


A simple "Advanced Search" on Google using the phrase "Antivirus System Pro"
(without the quotes) will give you those links and a plethora more.

 

Somehow I got a pop-up by magic software trying to sell me their antivirus system pro. It then hijacked my computer and blocked out all other applications except for windows explorer. The only way to get my computer back is to buy their software. This is a joke. I would never give my money to a company that strong arms me. I terminated it in the task manager but it keeps coming back on re-boot. I don't have the time to re-install vista or the energy. This company should be prosecuted for doing business like this.