Live Security Platinum is a malicious program also known as rogue security software, which will display fake security alerts in an attempt to scare you into buying this fake security product.
In addition, Live Security Platinum has also hijacked your PC,blocking your from running files,so now when your trying to open and executable file (file ending with .exe), this program will instead display this fake alerts:
Warning!
Application cannot be executed. The file rdpclip.exe is infected. Please active your antivirus software.
Security Monitor: WARNING!
Attention! System detected a potential hazard (TrojanSPM/LX) on your computer that may infect executable files. Your private information and PC safety is at risk.
To get rid of unwanted spyware and keep your computer safe you need to update your current security software.
Click Yes to download official intrusion detection system (IDS software).
Live Security Platinum Warning Spyware.IEMonster activity detected. This is spyware that attempts to steal passwords from Internet Explorer, Mozilla FireFox, Outlook and other programs. Click here to remove it immediately with Live Security Platinum
Live Security Platinum Firewall Alert Live Security Platinum Firewall has blocked a program from accessing the Internet. Internet Explorer Internet Browser is infected with SVCHOST.Stealth.Key-logger. This worm is trying to send your credit card details using Internet Explorer Internet Browser to connect to remove host
Live Security Platinum will also cause malicious browser redirects and system slowdowns so it needs to be removed from your computer as soon as possible.
This is are a few images of Live Security Platinum:
![Live Security Platinum [Image: Live Security Platinum virus]](http://malwaretips.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Live-Security-Platinum.png)
![Live Security Platinum fake alert [Image: Live Security Platinum Alert]](http://malwaretips.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Live-Security-Platinum-alert1.png)
![Live Security Platinum fake warning [Image: Live Security Platinum Warning]](http://malwaretips.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Live-Security-Platinum-warning1.png)
Registration codes for Live Security Platinum
As an optional step,you can use the following license key to register Live Security Platinum and stop the fake alerts.
AA39754E-715219CE
Please keep in mind that entering the above registration code will NOT remove Live Security Platinum from your computer , instead it will just stop the fake alerts so that you’ll be able to complete our removal guide more easily.
Live Security Platinum Removal Guide
STEP 1 : Start your computer in Safe Mode with Networking
- Remove all floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs from your computer, and then restart your computer.
- Press and hold the F8 key as your computer restarts.Please keep in mind that you need to press the F8 key before the Windows start-up logo appears.
Note: With some computers, if you press and hold a key as the computer is booting you will get a stuck key message. If this occurs, instead of pressing and holding the “F8 key”, tap the “F8 key” continuously until you get the Advanced Boot Options screen. - On the Advanced Boot Options screen, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking , and then press ENTER.
![Safe Mode with Networking screen [Image: Safemode.jpg]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/safemode.jpg)
STEP 2: Remove Live Security Platinum malicious proxy server
Live Security Platinum may add a proxy server which prevents the user from accessing the internet,follow the below instructions to remove the proxy.
- Start the Internet Explorer browser and if you are using Internet Explorer 9 ,click on the gear icon
(Tools for Internet Explorer 8 users) ,then select Internet Options.
![Internet Options in IE [Image: Internet-options-IE.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/ie1.png)
- Go to the tab Connections.At the bottom, click on LAN settings.
![Connections tab in Internet Explorer [Image: Remove-proxy-server2.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/ie2.png)
- Uncheck the option Use a proxy server for your LAN. This should remove the malicious proxy server and allow you to use the internet again.
![Uncheck the option Use a proxy server for your LAN [Image: Remove-proxy-server3.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/ie3.png)
If you are a Firefox users, go to Firefox(upper left corner) → Options → Advanced tab → Network → Settings → Select No Proxy
STEP 3: Repair your Windows Registry from Live Security Platinum malicious changes.
Smart Fortress 2012 has changed your Windows registry settings so that when you try to run a executable file (ending with .exe ) , it will instead launch the infection rather than the desired program.
- Download the registryfix.reg file to fix the malicious registry changes from Live Security Platinum.
REGISTRYFIX.REG DOWNLOAD LINK (This link will automatically download the registry fix called registryfix.reg) - Double-click on registryfix.reg file to run it. Click “Yes” for Registry Editor prompt window,then click OK.
![Remove Live Security Platinum (Uninstall Guide) 1 [Image: fix registry]](//malwaretips.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/registry.png)
STEP 4: Run RKill to terminate known malware processes associated with Live Security Platinum.
RKill is a program that will attempt to terminate all malicious processes associated with Live Security Platinum,so that we will be able to perform the next step without being interrupted by this malicious software.
Because this utility will only stop Live Security Platinum running process, and does not delete any files, after running it you should not reboot your computer as any malware processes that are configured to start automatically will just be started again.
- While your computer is in Safe Mode with Networking ,please download the latest official version of RKill.Please note that we will use a renamed version of RKILL so that Live Security Platinum won’t block this utility from running.
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK (This link will automatically download RKILL renamed as iExplore.exe) - Double-click on the iExplore.exe icon in order to automatically attempt to stop any processes associated with Live Security Platinum.
![RKILL ICON [Image: run-rkill-1.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/rkill1.png)
- RKill will now start working in the background, please be patient while the program looks for various malware programs and tries to terminate them.
![RKILL Command prompt [Image: run-rkill-2.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/rkill2.png)
IF you are having problems starting or running RKill, you can download any other renamed versions of RKill from here. - When Rkill has completed its task, it will generate a log. You can then proceed with the rest of the guide.
![RKILL LOG [Image: Live Security Platinum rkill3.jpg]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/rkill3.png)
WARNING: Do not reboot your computer after running RKill as the malware process will start again , preventing you from properly performing the next step.
STEP 5: Remove Live Security Platinum malicious files with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware FREE
- Download the latest official version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware FREE.
MALWAREBYTES ANTI-MALWARE DOWNLOAD LINK (This link will open a download page in a new window from where you can download Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free) - Start the Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware installation process by double clicking on mbam-setup file.
![Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Installer [Image: Malwarebytes Installer]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/malwarebytes-setup.png)
- When the installation begins, keep following the prompts in order to continue with the setup process. Do not make any changes to default settings and when the program has finished installing, make sure you leave both the Update Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware and Launch Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware checked. Then click on the Finish button. If Malwarebytes’ prompts you to reboot, please do not do so.
![Malwarebytes last setup screen [Image: Finishing Malwarebytes installation]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/update-malwarebytes.png)
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware will now start and you’ll be prompted to start a trial period , please select ‘Decline‘ as we just want to use the on-demand scanner.
- On the Scanner tab,select Perform full scan and then click on the Scanbutton to start scanning your computer.
![Perform a Full System Scan with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware [Image: Starting a full system sca]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/start-scan-malwarebytes.png)
- Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware will now start scanning your computer for Live Security Platinum malicious files as shown below.
![Malwarebytes Anti-Malware scanning for Live Security Platinum [Image: Malwarebytes scanning for malicious files]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/scan-malwarebytes.png)
- When the scan is finished a message box will appear, click OK to continue.
![Malwarebytes when the system scan has finished [Image: Malwarebytes scan results]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/results-malwarebytes.png)
- You will now be presented with a screen showing you the malware infections that Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware has detected.Please note that the infections found may be different than what is shown in the image.Make sure that everything is Checked (ticked) and click on the Remove Selectedbutton.
![Removing the infections found by Malwarebytes [Image: Infections found by Malwarebytes]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/detection-malwarebytes.png)
- Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware will now start removing the malicious files.After completing this task it will display a message stating that it needs to reboot,please allow this request and then let your PC boot in Normal mode.
STEP 6: Double check your system for any left over infections with HitmanPro
- This step can be performed in Normal Mode ,so please download the latest official version of HitmanPro.
HITMANPRO DOWNLOAD LINK(This link will open a download page in a new window from where you can download HitmanPro) - Double click on the previously downloaded fileto start the HitmanPro installation.
![HitmanPro Installer [Image: hitmanpro-icon.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro1.png)
IF you are experiencing problems while trying to starting HitmanPro, you can use the “Force Breach” mode.To start this program in Force Breach mode, hold down the left CTRL-key when you start HitmanPro and all non-essential processes are terminated, including the malware process. (How to start HitmanPro in Force Breach mode – Video) - Click on Next to install HitmanPro on your system.
![HitmanPro installation process [Image: installing-hitmanpro.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro2.png)
- The setup screen is displayed, from which you can decide whether you wish to install HitmanPro on your machine or just perform a one-time scan, select a option then click on Next to start a system scan.
![HitmanPro setup options [Image: hitmanpro-setup-options.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro3.png)
- HitmanPro will start scanning your system for malicious files. Depending on the size of your hard drive, and the performance of your computer, this step will take several minutes.
![HitmanPro scanning for Live Security Platinum [Image: hitmanpro-scanning.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro4.png)
- Once the scan is complete,a screen displaying all the malicious files that the program found will be shown as seen in the image below.After reviewing each malicious object click Next.
![HitmanPro Live Security Platinum scan results [Image: hitmanpro-scan-results.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro5.png)
- Click Activate free license to start the free 30 days trial and remove the malicious files.
![Activate HitmanPro free license to remove detected infections [Image: hitmanpro-activation.png]](//malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro6.png)
- HitmanPro will now start removing the infected objects, and in some instances, may suggest a reboot in order to completely remove the malware from your system. In this scenario, always confirm the reboot action to be on the safe side.
STEP 7: Remove any left over malicious registry keys and files
Live Security Platinum has sadded some malicious registry keys to your Windows installation , to remove this malicious changes we need to run a scan with RogueKiller
- Please download the latest official version of RogueKiller.
ROGUEKILLER DOWNLOAD LINK (This link will automatically download RogueKiller on your computer) - Double click on RogueKiller.exe to start this utility and then wait for the Prescan to complete.This should take only a few seconds and then you can click the Start button to perform a system scan.

- After the scan has completed, press the Delete button to remove any malicious registry keys.

- Next we will need to restore your shortcuts, so click on the ShortcutsFix button and allow the program to run.

![Safe Mode with Networking screen [Image: Safemode.jpg]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/safemode.jpg)
![Internet Options in IE [Image: Internet-options-IE.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/ie1.png)
![Connections tab in Internet Explorer [Image: Remove-proxy-server2.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/ie2.png)
![Uncheck the option Use a proxy server for your LAN [Image: Remove-proxy-server3.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/ie3.png)
![Remove Live Security Platinum (Uninstall Guide) 1 [Image: fix registry]](http://malwaretips.com/blogs/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/registry.png)
![RKILL ICON [Image: run-rkill-1.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/rkill1.png)
![RKILL Command prompt [Image: run-rkill-2.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/rkill2.png)
![RKILL LOG [Image: Live Security Platinum rkill3.jpg]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/rkill3.png)
![Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Installer [Image: Malwarebytes Installer]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/malwarebytes-setup.png)
![Malwarebytes last setup screen [Image: Finishing Malwarebytes installation]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/update-malwarebytes.png)
![Perform a Full System Scan with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware [Image: Starting a full system sca]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/start-scan-malwarebytes.png)
![Malwarebytes Anti-Malware scanning for Live Security Platinum [Image: Malwarebytes scanning for malicious files]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/scan-malwarebytes.png)
![Malwarebytes when the system scan has finished [Image: Malwarebytes scan results]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/results-malwarebytes.png)
![Removing the infections found by Malwarebytes [Image: Infections found by Malwarebytes]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/detection-malwarebytes.png)
![HitmanPro Installer [Image: hitmanpro-icon.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro1.png)
![HitmanPro installation process [Image: installing-hitmanpro.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro2.png)
![HitmanPro setup options [Image: hitmanpro-setup-options.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro3.png)
![HitmanPro scanning for Live Security Platinum [Image: hitmanpro-scanning.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro4.png)
![HitmanPro Live Security Platinum scan results [Image: hitmanpro-scan-results.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro5.png)
![Activate HitmanPro free license to remove detected infections [Image: hitmanpro-activation.png]](http://malwaretips.com/images/removalguide/hpro6.png)



I’m having a problem with my Windows Firewall. I followed the directions to get rid of the virus, and it looks like it’s gone. I double checked with a scan from ESET and again with HitmanPro to make sure and nothing came up. I’ve tried to reactivate the firewall manually but I keep getting the error code 0x80070424. I looked it up on the Microsoft site and it said I might have malware. Again, I scanned with HitmanPro and nothing came up. I tried a recommended solution telling me to update, but Windows Updater won’t work either. It says the service is not running. So I restarted like it said, and tried again, but the same message is appearing. Any suggestions?
Hello,
Please follow this steps:
Download Windows Repair by Tweaking.com to your desktop. Use the direct download link for the Portable version of Windows Repair by Tweaking.com
Note: When asked if you would like to create a restore point. It is recommended just in-case something does not go as planned.
Note: Leave everything else unchecked
Hi I was able to remove this virus using.both programs. Now I have a new virus. It’s called security shield. It looks exactly like live security platinum. How do I remove this and why didn’t those previsoly installed programs prevent this. Lol. Same proccess? You should make a post about this
The Security Shield rogue has been around for a long time….here is the removal guide: http://malwaretips.com/blogs/security-shield-2012-removal-instructions/
Stay safe!
Thanks for all the help bro. Very helpful step by step guide. If I ever have another problem I’m just going to visit here instead of calling my useless security provider that il paying yearly for who suppose to prevent this stuff from happening in the first place. Lol
Thank you for sharing.
I just got hit with this darn thing today and figured I would Google it, not thinking I would find something that would be as descriptive and helpful.
Thank you
I followed all of your instructions and everything worked until after I ran HitmanPro. When I ran it, 17 threats were found but when I tried to remove them, I didn’t get the link to activate the free 30 day trial. I am unable to run the program without paying for it. Am I doing something wrong?
Hello,
I’ll report this problem to the HitmanPro developers.please run a scan with ESET Online Scanner and then re-install HitmanPro and try again to do a scan scan.If there are stil malicious files found ,write the path down and we will remove them manually.
ESET Online Scanner Download Link (This link will automatically download ESET Online Scanner on your computer.)
If you are still experiencing problems , start a thread in our Malware Removal Support forum : http://malwaretips.com/Forum-Malware-Removal-Assistance
Nods to Stelian, it looks daunting on the page, but it worked like a breeze
Thanks buddy;)
Thank you so much for these “easy to follow” instructions on how to remove this fake program! I was terrified when I booted my computer and was unable to remove it the normal way…you SAVED my computer!!
I somehow got his lovely virus and when I try to open windows with safe mode and networking I get the error message ” the program can’t start because SHELL32.dll iis missimg from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem” and then it just says safe mode and nothing else a black background help me please!!!
Hello,
Lets try do this another way.Please follow the below steps…
STEP 1. While in NORMAL MODE,download HitmanPro and then start this program in ForceBreach Mode
1.Here are the direct download links for HitmanPro,
– http://dl.surfright.nl/HitmanPro36.exe (For 32bit)
– http://dl.surfright.nl/HitmanPro36_x64.exe (For 64bit)
2.Hold down the left CTRL-key when you start HitmanPro and all non-essential processes are terminated, including this rogue malicious process
Here is a video that explains with graphic details how to do this : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6eRWTv2STk
3. Let HitmanPro scan and remove the detected infections.
STEP 2: While in NORMAL MODE,download/Run Rkill and then run a scan with Malwarebytes
1.Download any re-named version of Rkill (direct download links bellow):
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK #1
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK #2
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK #3
2.Next,please perform a scan with Malwarebytes as seen on the guide.
STEP 3. Run a scan with ESET Online Scanner
ESET Online Scanner Download Link (This link will automatically download ESET Online Scanner on your computer.)
Waiting for your reply to tell me how everything is working.. :) Good luck!
Thanks for the assistance.
I had MS Security Essentials and it is no longer running. Do I still need it with these other programs?
Yes,you still need an antivirus because the tools from this guide are only used for scanning.
However I would like to suggest that you change your antivirus from Microsoft Security Essentials to Avast 7 Antivirus FREE as it’s a way better option :)
Stay safe!
Thanks, worked perfectly!
hi. i cant get past step 3. when i try to dowload the registryfix.reg file it says my security settings wont let me download the file. What should i do?
Hello Kevin,
Here is how you can create your own registryfix.reg :
1.Create and run your registryfix.reg
A.Copy all the text in bold below and paste to Notepad/Text Document
B.THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT! Save file as fix.reg to your Desktop. NOTE: (Save as type: All files)
C. Double-click on fix.reg file to run it. Click “Yes” for Registry Editor prompt window. Then click OK.
NEXT,follow the guide to remove the malicious file from your computer.
Good luck!
Thanks for your help! I almost bought the software the virus told me I needed because I could not do a restore or go online or anything. I do have a question though:
How come I could not download any of the fixes with firefox (even after I disabled the proxy server), but internet explorer let me download them all without any problems?
I can’t really tell you without running some checkups…You can try to reset to its default settings ( http://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/reset-firefox-easily-fix-most-problems) or uninstall and then re-install Firefox…. This should fix it. :D
Stelian,
Thank you so much for your willingness to share your knowledge and save alot of people alot of money! Your generousity is most appreciated and may God bless you, your business, and your effort! You exemplify being “your brothers’ keeper”!
God Bless You and thank you, again!
Thank you so much for this. I was worried I wasnt going to be able to use my laptop again, and would have to buy a new one. Thank God for people like you!
So, I downloaded the Rkill and run it. However, it finished way too fast and terminate nothing when the log appeared. I tried to download different versions of Rkill, but they gave me the same result. Help please!
Hello,
Please follow the below steps…
STEP 1. While in NORMAL MODE,download HitmanPro and then start this program in ForceBreach Mode
1.Here are the direct download links for HitmanPro,
– http://dl.surfright.nl/HitmanPro36.exe (For 32bit)
– http://dl.surfright.nl/HitmanPro36_x64.exe (For 64bit)
2.Hold down the left CTRL-key when you start HitmanPro and all non-essential processes are terminated, including this rogue malicious process
Here is a video that explains with graphic details how to do this : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6eRWTv2STk
3. Let HitmanPro scan and remove all the detected threats.
STEP 2: While in NORMAL MODE,download/Run Rkill and then run a scan with Malwarebytes
1.Download any re-named version of Rkill (direct download links bellow):
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK #1
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK #2
RKILL DOWNLOAD LINK #3
2.Next,please perform a scan with Malwarebytes as seen on the guide.
STEP 3. Run a scan with ESET Online Scanner
ESET Online Scanner Download Link (This link will automatically download ESET Online Scanner on your computer.)
Waiting for your reply to tell me how everything is working.. :) Good luck!
This Guide is a gem! Thanks Stelian!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post all this! I was so scared to get the LSP virus, and it took a lot of convincing to follow the steps here (and not accidentally download another virus) but if I had read the comments I would have known better. And this really cleared things up quickly and easily. Can’t thank you enough!
I just can’t express my HUGE thanks to you!Tried so musch useless things to get rid ot that crap when I finally found this through my mobile,because LSP didn’t allow me to use any browser.I followed the guide and it did the job,but the only thing that was not like in the guide was to get clean in Normal Mode,I wasn’t able to connect to LAN in SM with Networking .. some error appeared all the time. Is that gonna have any influence and may I be still infected in some way,although Malware Bytes and HitmanPro says there are no threats?
If you remove all the detected infection by HitmanPro and Malwarebytes , you should be OK.However if you want to perform another check, you can use ESET Online Scanner
ESET Online Scanner Download Link (This link will automatically download ESET Online Scanner on your computer.)
May God richly bless you for helping others…thx
I can’t get to that reboot menu. I hold and even tried clicking f8 but nothing happens. I have a Windows Vista home premium dell studio 15 laptop ?
Also I tried the key code it worked and I can acres the net without having to do step 2. Can I go to step 3 and so forth without my computer on safe mode?
Yes,now dont need to go into Safe Mode,just go ahead and no everything in Normal Mode…. Good luck!
I can’t believe how easy your step by step instructions were to follow for “this computer dummy”. I am eternally grateful that there are still great people out there like you willing to help the “little people” who need it without charging an arm and a leg! A MILLION THANKS TO YOU :)