Dark ICQ

Dark ICQ Description

Dark ICQ is AOL spyware which exploiting flaws in icq and the ICQ protocol.

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We object, reject, and disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of Dark ICQ.
Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of Dark ICQ 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 Dark ICQ.

The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of Dark ICQ, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate Dark ICQ off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect Dark ICQ?

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

Dark ICQ Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

Dark ICQ Manual Removal Instructions

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

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Dark ICQ Path

Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Dark ICQ" 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 "Dark ICQ", 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 Dark ICQ in the following manual removal steps.

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Dark ICQ 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 "Dark ICQ" process by name.
Select the "Dark ICQ" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
Remove the "Dark ICQ" processes files:
darkicq.exedarkicq.exe
Read more about How to kill Dark ICQ Processes

Step 3 : Detect and Delete Other Dark ICQ 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 "Dark ICQ" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
Remove the "Dark ICQ" processes files:
darkicq.exedarkicq.exe
Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

Dark ICQ Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

To learn more on Dark ICQ, see our Dark ICQ resource section below.

More Dark ICQ Resources

What is AOL Parasites?

Dark ICQ is a type of AOL Parasites.

AOL parasites are just that computer parasites that prey specifically on America OnLine users. Created to attack, exploit, and harm, some AOL parasites work to capture your account passwords, begin Denial of Service attacks, or simply spam you.

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

Dark ICQ Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from Dark ICQ 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 Dark ICQ 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 Dark ICQ automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Dark ICQ 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 Dark ICQ from infecting your computer.

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

Since new Dark ICQ 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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