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ContraVirus Removal Guide

ContraVirus Description

ContraVirus is a fake anti-spyware program that is often downloaded and installed without user knowledge or consent by a Trojan or through browser security holes. ContraVirus launches on Windows startup and may generate large numbers of popup adverts. ContraVirus will also display notifications of imaginary security risks in its attempts to get the user to purchase the full version. ContraVirus program can be extremely difficult to remove manually, and will continue to try to recreate itself. ContraVirus is thought to be related to VirusBlaster.

How can I Detect ContraVirus?

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

ContraVirus Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter's malware scanner detects ContraVirus on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove ContraVirus and other malware threats.

ContraVirus Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of ContraVirus manual removal instructions and ContraVirus components listed to help you remove ContraVirus 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 ContraVirus.

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

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

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove ContraVirus 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 "ContraVirus" process by name.
3. Select the "ContraVirus" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "ContraVirus" processes files:
5. kihmacmA.exe TISKY009.exe ContraVirusPro.exe ToolBarNotifier.exe ContraVirus_Installer[1].exe ContraVirus.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove ContraVirus 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 "ContraVirus" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "ContraVirus" registry entries:
5. FE4054F8-266A-11DC-AEA3-B9A056D89593 307C2E42-267A-11DC-ACA0-7CCB56D89593 5AF53372-266A-11DC-874D-879E56D89593 AppID\ContraVirusPro.EXE EA038DDD-0FE0-41f5-BA60-FC3660529E71 Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\ContraVirus.exe ContraVirus 6B677F1F-F86C-4757-BF24-7D865EF20639 32BD20FD-41FD-47FB-9BC9-28DCBD7D55D7 2C02E5FC-7FE3-4122-911F-829314FE9BBC ToolBarNotifier.Notifier.1 ToolBarNotifier.Notifier FD4DCB8B-C33A-4E70-A351-6FAB7E1071A4 F82FD7D4-2EC8-40B3-A141-DE051C98DCE9 F51BC478-D997-4C56-988D-79D9EEAAD1EC 63321A5C-D8FE-432C-8D2F-61C0FC264320 D7ABE914-B8CF-4602-9145-6BDAAEDA21AA D2C1986A-FBEC-4472-AABF-6D42F08DBC8E BCDB97EE-2C5B-4F69-861A-02ABEF4D94E5 99A753C6-E429-46BD-989E-DD4A21CD059D 61877300-54DB-4746-BA42-03E03A2B269C 1BE8C6A5-A75F-4e33-89C3-18CC58A0B952 AppID\ToolBarNotifier.EXE AppID\6B677F1F-F86C-4757-BF24-7D865EF20639 SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Toolbar\EA038DDD-0FE0-41f5-BA60-FC3660529E71 2D8C4BF1-05FB-44D2-B6A1-CE7D740FC755
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister ContraVirus 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 ContraVirus DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where ContraVirus DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "ContraVirus" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u ContraVirus.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "ContraVirus" DLL files:
5. cscdpqjl.dll xxyyy.dll xxwxxur.dll vtursro.dll gmyinrcn.dll ddcyw.dll l3acdb.dll fccbx.dll uxtqgout.dll pdpaccw.dll jkkijii.dll ythbdvqx.dll khfgebc.dll ssqqnll.dll wnphsnbv.dll whksnsnk.dll pmnno.dll nnsadstc.dll batqfmni.dll j5221234.dll jhsvopov.dll j1251831.dll mhmnjixb.dll ToolBarNotifierPS.dll ToolBand.dll ADPNoSpam.dll adpiemonitor.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other ContraVirus 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 "ContraVirus" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "ContraVirus" processes files:
9. cscdpqjl.dll kihmacmA.exe TISKY009.exe xxyyy.dll xxwxxur.dll vtursro.dll gmyinrcn.dll ddcyw.dll l3acdb.dll fccbx.dll uxtqgout.dll pdpaccw.dll jkkijii.dll ythbdvqx.dll khfgebc.dll ssqqnll.dll wnphsnbv.dll whksnsnk.dll pmnno.dll nnsadstc.dll batqfmni.dll j5221234.dll jhsvopov.dll j1251831.dll ContraVirusPro.exe mhmnjixb.dll Uninstall ContraVirus.lnk ContraVirus 2.0 Website.lnk ContraVirus 2.0.lnk ToolBarNotifier.exe ContraVirus_Installer[1].exe ToolBarNotifierPS.dll ToolBand.dll ADPNoSpam.dll adpiemonitor.dll ContraVirus.exe ContraVirus
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ContraVirus Recommendation

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

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

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

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

More ContraVirus Resources

What is Trojans?

ContraVirus 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.

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

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ContraVirus Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from ContraVirus 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 ContraVirus 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 ContraVirus automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove ContraVirus and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware 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 ContraVirus from infecting your computer.

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

Since new ContraVirus 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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ContraVirus Screenshots

View ContraVirus screenshots below and see for yourself how ContraVirus looks like. Learn how to recognize ContraVirus when it infects your machine.

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