How to remove Antivirus System (Rogue Antivirus)

Alright, there's a new rogue antivirus program out there called Antivirus System. It basically does not allow you to run any .exe, claiming that it is infected in order to scare you into buying it. This post will give removal instructions for this rogue.

Step 1: Go into safe mode with networking. This can be done by shutting the computer down, then turning it on. Once you have pressed the button to turn it on, immediately start tapping the F8 key. Do not stop tapping until you are brought to the Windows Advanced Options menu. Once you see this, use the arrow keys on your keyboard to go to safe mode with networking. Press enter.

Step 2: Open your favorite internet browser and download Rkill from here: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/rkill/
Run it by double clicking the downloaded file. It will open a black window, which you should not be alarmed by. Once Rkill is finished, the black window will close, and you can move to the next step.

Step 3: Download Malwarebytes Anti-Malware from here: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/malwarebytes-anti-malware/

Run the downloaded file and install Malwarebytes Anti-Malware. Once Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is installed, it will automatically open a new window which will allow you to scan your computer. Make sure that the full scan option is selected and then press scan. This scan can take quite a while, so while this is running, go take a little break. Have a lovely beverage, watch something on TV, go for a run, something.

Once the scan has completed, you will see a message box. Click OK.

You will now be back at the main scanner screen. At the bottom of the window, press remove selected.

If Malwarebytes Anti-Malware prompts you to reboot the computer, press OK.

Step 4: Enjoy your computer free of Antivirus System.

Thank you for reading. I invite readers to comment with any questions or comments.