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| '''Rogue security software''' is ] that uses ] or malicious tools to advertise or install itself. Rogue software will often install a ] to download a trial version, or do other unwanted things. | |||
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| ==Effects== | |||
| The main goal of rogue software makers is to sell their product. Many times fake ] dialog boxes will appear. Most of the time, they will display a message such as, "WARNING! Your computer is infected with spyware! Buy our product to remove it!" Most of the time, when the dialog box is clicked, it will direct the user to the software website. Some software, like ] will automatically download the trial version. | |||
| ==False Positives== | |||
| Another technique roughe security software makers use is false positives. A false positive is a fake or false malware detection. This leads users to think their computer is infected. Most false positives are accidental, coming from legitimate companies. | |||
| ==Detection== | |||
| Almost all antispyware software will detect rogue software in your computer. Often times, rogue software will install a Trojan Horse to download the software from the maker's website, like ]. Antispyware software can detect the Trojan even before the software is installed. Programs such as ], ], and ] can detect these. | |||
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