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HomeHome Spyware DatabaseSpyware Database Antivirus 2010 Removal Guide"Antivirus 2010 Removal Guide"

Antivirus 2010 Removal Guide

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Antivirus 2010 Description

Antivirus 2010 is a fake anti-spyware application that can be compared to other fake security programs such as Antivirus 2009. Antivirus 2010 may be installed automatically without your actions through a Trojan infection such as Vundo Trojan or Zlob.Trojan.

Antivirus 2010 was found to be infecting thousands of computer users all over the world so it is advisable to use caution when you are prompted by popups or system messages from the Antivirus 2010 program. Any messages that are related to the Antivirus 2010 program are fake and cannot be trusted. Antivirus 2010 may be difficult to remove manually from your system. It is recommended to use a good spyware scan and removal tool to detect and safely remove Antivirus 2010 and any related files from your computer.

Disclaimer:

  1. SpywareRemove.com IS NOT associated, affiliated, consorted, or connected with the publishers Antivirus 2010.
  2. We object, reject, and disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of Antivirus 2010.
  3. Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of Antivirus 2010 and other malware publishers off the Internet. In addition, we seek the complete deletion of all the malware programs, including all their polymorphic variants, which are developed and distributed all over the Internet, in the same manner as the publishers of Antivirus 2010.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of Antivirus 2010, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate Antivirus 2010 off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect Antivirus 2010?

The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall Antivirus 2010 by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden Antivirus 2010 files, it's possible that Antivirus 2010 will reappear after reboot. Follow the Antivirus 2010 detection and removal methods below.

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Antivirus 2010 Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of Antivirus 2010 manual removal instructions and Antivirus 2010 components listed to help you remove Antivirus 2010 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 malware detection tool to check for Antivirus 2010.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Antivirus 2010 Path

  1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
  2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Antivirus 2010" 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 "Antivirus 2010", 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 Antivirus 2010 in the following manual removal steps.
  5. "Antivirus 2010" files can be found in the directory path(s):


Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Antivirus 2010 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 "Antivirus 2010" process by name.
  3. Select the "Antivirus 2010" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  4. Remove the "Antivirus 2010" processes files:

  5. Read more about How to kill Antivirus 2010 Processes

Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Antivirus 2010 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 "Antivirus 2010" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
  4. Locate and delete "Antivirus 2010" registry entries:

  5. Read more about How to Remove Antivirus 2010 Registry Entries

Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Antivirus 2010 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 Antivirus 2010 DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Antivirus 2010 DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
  3. To unregister "Antivirus 2010" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Antivirus 2010.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
  4. Search and unregister "Antivirus 2010" DLL files:

  5. Read more about How to Remove Antivirus 2010 DLL Files

Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other Antivirus 2010 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 "Antivirus 2010" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  8. Remove the "Antivirus 2010" processes files:

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

Antivirus 2010 Recommendation

RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good malware remover to track Antivirus 2010 and automatically remove Antivirus 2010 as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.

If you believe you have Antivirus 2010 installed on your computer, check for Antivirus 2010 with SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.


SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Antivirus 2010 and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool. Since new Antivirus 2010 files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on Antivirus 2010 and other malware threats.

To learn more on Antivirus 2010, see our Antivirus 2010 resource section below.


More Antivirus 2010 Resources

What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?


Antivirus 2010 is a type of Rogue AntiSpyware Programs.

Rogue anti-spyware programs are fake applications that are cleverly disguised to behave like legitimate spyware removal programs. Rogue anti-spyware programs are usually created by hackers with the sole purpose of rendering a sale for the rogue application. Many rogue anti-spyware programs use deceiving tactics to entice computer users to purchase the rogue anti-spyware program. In many cases computer users do not realize that they have downloaded or installed a fake anti-spyware program until after the sale has taken place. Rogue Anti-Spyware Programs are bogus applications that usually require an extra effort to completely uninstall or remove from your system. Computer infections such as Trojans are known to install rogue anti-spyware programs which do not remove parasites or justify the abnormally high cost of the full version.

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Antivirus 2010 Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from Antivirus 2010 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 Antivirus 2010 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 Antivirus 2010 automatically.

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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 Antivirus 2010 from infecting your computer.

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

Since new Antivirus 2010 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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