AVG 2011 spyware?

[gangstare]

avg just changed my firewall settings after stopping its scan without me telling it to. i also found windows remote access in my start menu after leaving my computer on for three days when i dont even know where i would find such a program. am i being paranoid? both AVG and MalwareBytes havent found any threats

 

[Golden]

Since you suspect AVG of nefarious activity, I would recommend uninstalling it, making sure Windows Firewall is turned on, and then installing MSE -- its free here http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/, and doing a full system scan.

That way, you can know for sure.

 

[Dredge]

I had this same problem. I had remote connection AND snipping tool in my recent programs lol. You can imagine my paranoia. After some research I discovered that these are default apps that win7 has.in the programs list. I wouldnt worry too much about it.
Here is what put my mind at ease...http://www.sevenforums.com/customization/83053-add-remove-default-start-menu-items.html

 

[gangstare]

shit man thanks. im just worried because i can see all these other peoples shared networks on my campus network and i never think i have enough defense up

 

[Dredge]

Glad to help. As long as you are keeping AVG up to date, I wouldnt waste too much time worrying.

 

[Airbot]

If you're real paranoid and don't use it yourself, you could also uncheck allow remote use on the System Properties window.




Also in services there. Place to check what you could safely change from the default state in services according to your Windows edition, is here - Service Configurations by Black Viper

 

[gangstare]

it is unchecked, which was why i was paranoid