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AboutBlank Description

AboutBlank is a hijacker which initiates a Java program. AboutBlank may reset your web browser's home page and redirect your URLs to unwanted websites, some international, some pornographic. AboutBlank may also re-install itself when you reboot your system.

How can I get rid of AboutBlank?

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

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AboutBlank Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of AboutBlank manual removal instructions and AboutBlank 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 AboutBlank.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find AboutBlank Path

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "AboutBlank" 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 "AboutBlank", 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 AboutBlank in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove AboutBlank 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 "AboutBlank" process by name.
3. Select the "AboutBlank" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "AboutBlank" processes files:
5. tsmsetup.exe sethcd.exe smbdins.exe svhost.exe tsmsetup.exephafxfa.exe sethcd.exe smbdins.exe svhost.exe phafxfa.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove AboutBlank 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 "AboutBlank" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "AboutBlank" registry entries:
5. HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\runnetworkservice ce6a1268-9cc9-4ba3-8657-fe1132906cc4 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\runnetworkservice b664647f-efd5-4837-a810-a807139107e5 HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run network service06abaa2d-34ab-4902-a326-409bd9b9a7a5 HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\internet explorer\toolbar\webbrowser {06abaa2d-34ab-4902-a326-409bd9b9a7a5} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{ce6a1268-9cc9-4ba3-8657-fe1132906cc4} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{b664647f-efd5-4837-a810-a807139107e5} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{06abaa2d-34ab-4902-a326-409bd9b9a7a5} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run network service HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{b664647f-efd5-4837-a810-a807139107e5} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\internet explorer\toolbar {06abaa2d-34ab-4902-a326-409bd9b9a7a5}
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister AboutBlank 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 AboutBlank DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where AboutBlank DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "AboutBlank" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u AboutBlank.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "AboutBlank" DLL files:
5. iesp1.dll se.dll cbme.dll achpjba.dll wdm.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other AboutBlank 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 "AboutBlank" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "AboutBlank" processes files:
9. iesp1.dll se.dll cbme.dll achpjba.dll wdm.dll tsmsetup.exe sethcd.exe smbdins.exe svhost.exe phafxfa.exe
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AboutBlank Recommendation

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

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

To learn more on AboutBlank, see our AboutBlank resource section below.

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What is Browser Hijackers?

AboutBlank is a type of Browser Hijackers.

Browser hijackers change your Internet web browser settings without your permission. Sometimes this means changing your home page to a pay-per-click site so that the author of the browser hijacker software earns money. Sometimes browser hijackers may change your ?search? page so that all your queries lead to pay-per-click sites, while also tracking your Internet activity. Unfortunately, simply restoring your browser to factory settings usually will not prevent the browser hijacker from working.

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AboutBlank Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from AboutBlank 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 AboutBlank 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 AboutBlank automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free AboutBlank Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove AboutBlank 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 AboutBlank from infecting your computer.

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

Since new AboutBlank 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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