BitDefender 2023 (BitDefender2011) Virus Removal Guide
Virus Type: Rogue Security Application
Threat Level: 8 / 10
BitDefender 2023, also known as BitDefender2011, is a new fake security program. The program shouldn’t be confused with BitDefender, which is a legitimate program. However, BitDefender 2023 is a fake program which attempts to scare the user into purchasing the program through a variety of methods such as using pop ups to scare the user into think the computer has many viruses. BitDefender 2023 is part of a family of fake security programs; the last major clone of BitDefender 2023 was E-Set Antivirus 2023. This family is unique in that it attempts to make the program name similar to real antivirus programs. For example, E-Set Antivirus 2023 is not to be confused with ESET NOD32 Antivirus software, which is a legitimate program. Both programs look very similar and have the same menu and features. Both claim to provide antivirus, antispyware, and a resident shield. BitDefender 2023 main executable is generally bitdefender.exe.
Below is our recommended removal tool for BitDefender 2023. The removal tool has been rated 5 cows out of 5 by Tucows and was previously CNET’s Editor’s Choice. Feel free to download it below.
If you are unable to run the removal tool, or are unable to run any programs in general, you may need to stop the processes associated with BitDefender 2023 with task manager. If task manager has been blocked by BitDefender 2023, try using Process Explorer.
Once installed, BitDefender 2023 will add itself to the computer start up list. BitDefender 2023 will display a warnings and pop ups to scare the user into purchasing the fake program. Below are some warnings shown by BitDefender 2023.
“BitDefender 2023 Resident Shield: Virus detected
Warning! Active virus detected
Threat detected: Backdoor.POISON.BQA
Infected file: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wuauclt.exe
Action taken: Application blocked
Description: This backdoor arrives as attachment to email messages spammed by another malware or a malicious user. This is a backdoor component of the Darkmoon RAT (Remote Administration Tool), via this backdoor hackers attempt to control your PC.”
It is recommended to use safe mode when removing the virus because BitDefender 2023 will generally not be able to load in safe mode. To enter safe mode, restart the computer and press F8 multiple times before the Windows screen to bring up the boot options.
The safe mode with networking option will allow the user to be able to use the internet in safe mode. BitDefender 2023 can be removed by using the
View BitDefender 2023 Files
View BitDefender 2023 Keys
Common symptoms and characteristics of BitDefender 2023 and other rogue security programs include:
1. BitDefender 2023 is generally installed without user permission.
2. BitDefender 2023 uses pop ups and fake virus scans to scare the user.
3. Various antivirus and system programs on the user’s computer will stop functioning.
Manual BitDefender 2023 Removal – In order to manually remove BitDefender 2023, the processes associated with BitDefender 2023 must be stopped, the files associated with the processes must be removed, and the registry entries must be corrected to the previous state before BitDefender 2023 entered the computer.
Important: Before attempting to manually remove BitDefender 2023, we recommend that the user read through comments posted by other users on how they removed specific fake antivirus programs since many fake antivirus programs are similar. These comments can be found by clicking here. These comments may provide additional information which may be useful in removing BitDefender 2023. However, please use discretion since these specific comments pertain to other fake antivirus programs.
Stop BitDefender 2023 Processes (Learn How To Do This)
bitdefender.exe
Remove BitDefender 2023 Files (Learn How To Do This)
C:\Program Files\BitDefender 2023\bitdefender.exe
Remove BitDefender 2023 Registry Keys (Learn How To Do This)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\BitDefender 2023
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\BitDefender 2023
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\BitDefender 2023
Remove BitDefender 2023 Startup Entry (Learn How To Do This)
bitdefender.exe
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If you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to comment below. If you need any help with any of the steps, please don’t hesitate to comment below. We recommend that you follow our safety tips so that you can keep your computer clean Please Click Here to View Our Safety Tips.
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