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How to remove VirusRescue?

May 22nd, 2007

What is VirusRescue?

VirusRescue is a rogue anti-spyware application that scans for and
removes spyware from a user‘s computer. The application is distributed by the Zlob
Trojan, which hides behind a media codec. One of the possibilities to get
Spyware on the system lies in the trick to install a codec. If a film on a web
page is shown, the user is asked to install a program, so that he/she could
watch this film. A
few minutes later comes the first Popup, with the warning that there is spyware
on the system. The user is asked to buy the VirusRescue spyware remover in
order to clean the computer from spyware.


VirusRescue is Extremely dangerous

arrow VirusRescue is a corrupt Anti-Spyware program
arrow VirusRescue may spread via Trojans
arrow VirusRescue may display fake security messages
arrow VirusRescue may install additional spyware to your computer
arrow VirusRescue may repair its files, spread or update by itself
arrow VirusRescue violates your privacy and compromises your security
Download Spyware Doctor
for VirusRescue detection

Note: Spyware Doctor trial provides detection of parasite like VirusRescue and assists in its removal for free. You can remove detected files, processes and registry entries yourself or purchase a full version.



Manual VirusRescue removal


Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove VirusRescue, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend using Spyware Doctor or other malware and spyware removal applications found on 2-viruses.com.
Stop these VirusRescue processes:
Disable these VirusRescue DLL files::
Remove these VirusRescue Registry Entries:
Remove these VirusRescue files:
It is impossible to list all file names and locations of modern parasites. You can identify remaining parasites, other VirusRescue infected files and get help in VirusRescue removal by using free Spyware Doctor scanner. It comes with free real-time protection module that helps preventing VirusRescue and similar threats.

VirusRescue is classified as Rogue Anti-Spyware. After infecting a user’s system, it proceeds to scare its victim into buying the “product” by displaying fake security messages, stating that your computer is infected with spyware and only VirusRescue can help you to remove it after you download the trial version. As soon as the victim downloads VirusRescue trial version, it pretends to scan your computer and shows a grossly exaggerated amount of non-existent errors. Then, VirusRescue offers to buy the full version to fix these false errors. If the user agrees, VirusRescue does not only fix the errors, but it also takes the user’s money and may even install additional spyware into the victim’s computer.

Some Rogue Anti-Spyware, such as VirusRescue, may offer users to buy it after the victim clicks on a banner or a pop-up while surfing the internet. Usually, a Trojan is installed to a victim’s computer after clicking on the advertisement. It then proceeds to download or even install VirusRescue, which is another way for Rogue Anti-Spyware to spread itself.

Most of rogue Anti-Spyware, such as VirusRescue, is nearly impossible to remove manually.


How to tell if your PC has been infected by a Rogue Anti-Spyware such as VirusRescue?

Numerous undesirable and annoying pop-ups: A typical Rogue Anti-Spyware parasite keeps track of your internet browsing habits, sending your browsing history data to remote servers, owned by third party companies that use this information to advertise their products via numerous pop-ups, toolbars, hijacked homepages and spam letters. All these undesirable advertising methods are used on the victims of Rogue Anti-Spyware.
Changed or new icons: Sometimes, Rogue Anti-Spyware installs unwanted software to a victim’s PC without user’s knowledge and consent. This may lead to slower PC performance and stability, as well as more unwanted programs you can't remove.

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