How to remove WinSurf?
What is WinSurf?
WinSurf is a malicious trojan and a clone of Win32.SystemCrash. This parasite belongs to the zlob trojan category, which means that it is prone to masquerade itself as a video codec, when in fact it functions as a means to promote rogue anti-spyware programs that use scare tactics to intimidate the user into buying their "licensed versions". One rogue in particular has been advertised by this malicious parasite – MalwareBell.
The appearance of WinSurf on your system means an impending attempt to scam you by some obscure rogue anti-spyware parasite. Do NOT trust any program associated with this threat.
WinSurf is Dangerous
WinSurf is a Trojan parasite WinSurf may display fake security & messages WinSurf may display numerous annoying advertisements WinSurf may be remotely controlled by a malicious person WinSurf may spread additional spyware WinSurf may repair its files, spread or update by itself WinSurf may prove difficult or impossible to remove WinSurf violates your privacy and compromises your security
for WinSurf detection
Note: Spyware Doctor trial provides detection of parasite like WinSurf and assists in its removal for free. You can remove detected files, processes and registry entries yourself or purchase a full version.
Manual WinSurf removal
Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove WinSurf, 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.
Disable these WinSurf DLL files::
Remove these WinSurf files:
It is impossible to list all file names and locations of modern parasites. You can identify remaining parasites, other WinSurf infected files and get help in WinSurf removal by using free Spyware Doctor scanner. It comes with free real-time protection module that helps preventing WinSurf and similar threats.
Such Trojans as WinSurf generally infect your system while you are installing a game, opening a picture or playing a video file.
Some Trojans such as WinSurf masquerade themselves as useful freeware programs or plug-ins, but are actually bundled Trojans.
As soon as it infects your system, Trojan WinSurf gives COMPLETE control over your system to a hacker using the Trojan, who may cause serious damage to your system. A Trojan may alter your desktop or add undesirable shortcuts to various commercial and marketing sites; WinSurf is no exception. It may create a backdoor to your system, allowing the hacker to control your system and steal your personal information. Unlike viruses and worms, Trojans like WinSurf do not reproduce by infecting other files nor do they self-replicate and each new victim must run the infected file.
