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Cake Description

Worm Cake spreads in the Internet via file-sharing networks. It installs itself to the computer and creates infected executable files. It places these files in the shared directory of some peer-to-peer clients and tricks other users into downloading and installing infected executables.

How can I get rid of Cake?

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

Cake Automatic Detection (Recommended)

Is your PC infected with Cake? To safely & quickly detect Cake, we highly recommend you...

Download SpyHunter's FREE Cake Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. If SpyHunter's spyware scanner detects Cake on your PC, you have the option of purchasing SpyHunter's spyware removal tool to remove Cake and other spyware threats.

Cake Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Cake" 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 "Cake", 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 Cake in the following manual removal steps.
Read more about How to Find Cake with File Search Tool

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Cake 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 "Cake" process by name.
3. Select the "Cake" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "Cake" processes files:
5. cake.execake.exe
   Read more about How to kill Cake Processes

Step 3 : Detect and Delete Other Cake 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 "Cake" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "Cake" processes files:
9. cake.execake.exe
   Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

Cake Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's FREE Cake Scanner.

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

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

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More Cake Resources

What is Worms?

Cake is a type of Worms.

Worms are virus-like malware with destructive codes, and are able to mutate, replacing their own code by themselves. This makes worms very dangerous, hard to find, and difficult to delete. Like most viruses, worms may spread to the other computers by secretly emailing themselves to Internet users in your address book. The key difference between a worm and a virus is that worms replace your files, rather than simply inserting themselves into your files.

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

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Cake Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from Cake 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 Cake 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 Cake automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free Cake Scanner

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

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

Since new Cake 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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