What is Included in this Windows Virus Hunter Removal Guide?
1. A Windows Virus Hunter video to help you remove this threat.
3. Other suggested antivirus clients and services
What is Windows Virus Hunter?
Windows Virus Hunter is a false security client. The purpose of this client is to make you think you are infected with viruses and attempt to make you purchase the program. It’s actually the virus. Viruses like this are known as malware.
Just in case you purchased this bogus program we have put together a guide on how to get your money back.You can find it here. You may also want to learn more about not getting infected again. Please see how to avoid virus infections here.
How Did I get infected with Windows Virus Hunter?
In most cases users are tricked into installing malware clients. The end user thinks it’s video software or a Windows update. Only after installing the program do they understand they just installed a virus.
What is Windows Virus Hunter Doing to My Computer Right Now?
In our testing’s Windows Virus Hunter blocked other programs from running. When you attempt to open a program you will see a warning about a file being infected. This is all just a scam. The scan results from Windows Virus Hunter are also false. Same goes for all the security warnings.
Other then that it’s really not doing much. No personal data is being stolen.
Some of the error messages we came across when testing out this virus. Again these are all false messages and not true.
Warning
Firewall has blocked a program from accessing the Internet
C:\program files\internet explorer\iexplore.exe
is suspected to have infected your PC. This type of virus intercepts entered data and transmits them to a remote server.Error
Attempt to modify registry key entries detected. Registry entry analysis is recommended.Error
Attempt to run a potentially dangerous script detected.
Full system scan is highly recommended.
Windows Virus Hunter
» Download Windows Virus Hunter Removal Software
The below manual guide covers how to remove Windows Virus Hunter and fully delete this virus. It’s easy to follow and works well. We have also included a video that covers how to remove this virus threat.
Automatic Windows Virus Hunter Removal
Online Windows Virus Hunter Removal Service
Windows Virus Hunter Removal Video
Windows Virus Hunter Manual Removal Procedures
Watch the video above for guidance as it will help you get the most out of this manual guide.
The file we need to kill is listed below.
- Protector-[random 3 chars].exe Your file trace will be named different Example: Protector-1fr.exe.
The location of this file is : C:Users\YOUR USER NAME\AppData\ . You need to stop this file from running and delete it. Once done your computer will no longer be running Windows Virus Hunter. The AppData folder is a hidden folder. You may need to show hidden files and folders on your computer or just manually type it in.
To Stop this process you can
A. Browse to the file location shown below and re-name the file first and then restart your computer. Then browse to that file location again and delete the file.
B. Boot into Safe Mode and delete the file
C: Log-into another users account and see if you can delete the file.
D: Start the Task Manager the very second you login and terminate the process that way.
The next step in Windows Virus Hunter removal is to delete the following file:
Protector-[random 3 chars].exe (Again you file will be named different)
After you have managed to delete the file you should now run a full virus scan to ensure you are not infected with any other viruses. Download Spyware Doctor with Antivirus and run a full scan.
If you are unable to stop this program from running or need advanced help we recommend the remote computer repair company called pcninja.com. They are real experts at removing malware like this from computers.
Windows Safety Maintenance Registry Removal Procedures
We no longer list the registry entries because for this threat it’s just not needed. No need to worry about the registry keys with this threat. Kill the .exe program and you are good.
Windows Virus Hunter Directories:
- %AppData%\NPSWF32.dll
- C:Users\YOUR USER NAME\AppData\%AppData%\Protector-[random 3 chars].exe
- %AppData%\result.db
- %AppData%\1st$0l3th1s.cnf
Conclusion
This threat has been cloned at least 50 times by now. The removal process does not change. It’s one of the easier malware clients out there to remove. Give the manual guide a shot. If you need more help ask your questions below or hire the experts at pcninja.com to remove this threat for you. Spyware Doctor with Antivirus can also fully remove this virus is you purchase the client. You need good antivirus software anyway’s so it will make your life a little easier. Best to download and install in safe mode with networking if the virus is still on your computer.
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