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AIM Logger Description

AIM Logger is a commercial malware application that records all AOL Instant Messenger online conversations. The logs can be sent to a configurable e-mail address or saved to a hard disk. AIM Logger must be manually installed. It runs on every Windows startup.

How can I get rid of AIM Logger?

The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall AIM Logger by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden AIM Logger files, it's possible that AIM Logger will reappear after reboot. Follow the AIM Logger detection and removal methods below.

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AIM Logger Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of AIM Logger manual removal instructions and AIM Logger components listed to help you remove SpyCrush from your PC. Backup Reminder: Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.

Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We recommend that you use SpyHunter's spyware detection tool to check for AIM Logger.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find AIM Logger Path

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "AIM Logger" file name(s).
3. To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
4. When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "AIM Logger", highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because you'll need the file path to delete AIM Logger in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove AIM Logger Processes

1. To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
2. Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "AIM Logger" process by name.
3. Select the "AIM Logger" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "AIM Logger" processes files:
5. rva.exe csvdea.exe, rva.execsvdea.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove AIM Logger Registry Values

1. To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
2. Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
3. To delete "AIM Logger" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "AIM Logger" registry entries:
5. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionUninstallSpyArsenal-AIM-Logger HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMControlSet001ControlNetworkNetCfgLockHolder HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMControlSet001ServicesPSSdk21 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetEnumRootLEGACY_PSSDK21 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetEnumRootMS_NDISWANBH HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlNetworkNetCfgLockHolder HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesPSSdk21 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREKMiNT21SpyArsenal-AIM-Logger HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionUninstallSpyArsenal-AIM-LoggerHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRuncsvdea HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEMControlSet001ControlNetworkNetCfgLockHolder HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEMControlSet001ServicesPSSdk21 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEMCurrentControlSetEnumRootLEGACY_PSSDK21 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEMCurrentControlSetEnumRootMS_NDISWANBH HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlNetworkNetCfgLockHolder HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesPSSdk21 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREKMiNT21SpyArsenal-AIM-Logger HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRuncsvdea
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister AIM Logger DLL Files

1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
2. Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the AIM Logger DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where AIM Logger DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "AIM Logger" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u AIM Logger.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "AIM Logger" DLL files:
5. csvdea.dll csvde.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other AIM Logger Files

1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
2. Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
3. To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
4. Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
5. To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
6. To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
7. Select the "AIM Logger" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "AIM Logger" processes files:
9. csvdea.dll csvde.dll rva.exe csvdea.exe, rva.exe, csvde.dll, csvdea.dllcsvdea.exe
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AIM Logger Recommendation

RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good spyware cleaner/remover to track AIM Logger and automatically remove AIM Logger as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.

If you believe you have AIM Logger installed on your computer, check for AIM Logger with SpyHunter's Free Spyware Scanner.

Download SpyHunter's Free AIM Logger Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove AIM Logger and other spyware threats you can purchase SpyHunter's spyware removal tool. Since new AIM Logger files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on AIM Logger and other spyware threats.

To learn more on AIM Logger, see our AIM Logger resource section below.

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What is Spyware?

AIM Logger is a type of Spyware.

Spyware is any malware or software used to spy or track your computer activity. While some spyware is not malicious and is intentionally installed by parents or employers to monitor Internet activity, spyware may be installed maliciously. Often spyware can come bundled with downloads of free software, and may track your Internet activity or may steal usernames and passwords, credit card numbers, and other personal financial information.

Think you have AIM Logger? Run SpyHunter's FREE AIM Logger scan and automatically detect AIM Logger on your PC.

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AIM Logger Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from AIM Logger and other spyware by following these four easy prevention rules.

Rule #1: Keep your Windows Security up-to-date

Microsoft provides updates weekly and can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website.
Tip: Regularly visit Windows Update and set your computer to receive security & critical updates automatically.

To get Microsoft Update, go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates, and select "ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list.

Then open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet, then press "Default Level", then OK. Now press "Custom Level."

Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software

A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current AIM Logger spyware as well as other forms of spyware can can be the answer to all your security issues. Listed below is an anti-spyware program that can effectively reverse the damage of your computer and detect AIM Logger automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free AIM Logger Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove AIM Logger and other spyware threats, you can purchase SpyHunter's spyware removal tool.

Rule #3: Install and keep your firewall turned on

A firewall is essential for a complete protection of your PC. Make sure that your firewall is always turned on. A firewall can prevent unwanted software like AIM Logger from infecting your computer.

Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date

Since new AIM Logger files can be created every day, it is important to keep your anti-spyware program up-to-date. Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click of a button you can get new spyware definitions instantly. Often, an anti-spyware software will open an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.

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