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Antivirus Golden
Antivirus Golden Description
Antivirus Golden is a fake anti-spyware program that is often downloaded and installed by a Trojan or through browser security holes. Antivirus Golden launches on Windows startup and may generate large numbers of popup adverts. Antivirus Golden will also display notifications of imaginary security risks in its attempts to get the user to purchase the full version. Antivirus Golden program can be extremely difficult to remove manually, and will continue to try to recreate itself. It is believed that Antivirus Golden is a derivative of SpywareQuake and SpyHeal.How can I get rid of Antivirus Golden?
The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall Antivirus Golden by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden Antivirus Golden files, it's possible that Antivirus Golden will reappear after reboot. Follow the Antivirus Golden detection and removal methods below.
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Antivirus Golden Manual Removal Instructions
Below is a list of Antivirus Golden manual removal instructions and Antivirus Golden 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 Antivirus Golden.
Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Antivirus Golden Path
- Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
- In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Antivirus Golden" file name(s).
- To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
- When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "Antivirus Golden", 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 Golden in the following manual removal steps.
- "Antivirus Golden" files can be found in the directory path(s):
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Antivirus Golden Processes
- To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
- Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "Antivirus Golden" process by name.
- Select the "Antivirus Golden" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "Antivirus Golden" processes files:
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Antivirus Golden Registry Values
- To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
- Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
- To delete "Antivirus Golden" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
- Locate and delete "Antivirus Golden" registry entries:
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Antivirus Golden DLL Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
- Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the Antivirus Golden DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Antivirus Golden DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
- To unregister "Antivirus Golden" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Antivirus Golden.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
- Search and unregister "Antivirus Golden" DLL files:
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other Antivirus Golden Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
- Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
- To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
- Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
- Select the "Antivirus Golden" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "Antivirus Golden" processes files:
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Antivirus Golden Recommendation
RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good spyware cleaner/remover to track Antivirus Golden and automatically remove Antivirus Golden as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.
If you believe you have Antivirus Golden installed on your computer, check for Antivirus Golden with SpyHunter's Free Spyware Scanner.
SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove Antivirus Golden and other spyware threats you can purchase SpyHunter's spyware removal tool. Since new Antivirus Golden files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on Antivirus Golden and other spyware threats.
To learn more on Antivirus Golden, see our Antivirus Golden resource section below.
More Antivirus Golden Resources
What is Trojans?
Antivirus Golden is a type of Trojans.
Trojans install themselves secretly and quietly onto your computer, most often by the simple downloading of email attachments (usually .avi, .pif, .exe, and even .jpg files.) Most Trojans gain complete control over your system after installation, and with that may delete files, steal passwords, change your system settings, and monitor your computer acitivity.
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Antivirus Golden Prevention Rules
Protect your computer from Antivirus Golden 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 Golden 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 Golden 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 Golden from infecting your computer.
Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date
Since new Antivirus Golden 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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