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IamBigBrother Removal Guide

IamBigBrother Description

How can I Detect IamBigBrother?

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

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IamBigBrother Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "IamBigBrother" 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 "IamBigBrother", 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 IamBigBrother in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove IamBigBrother 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 "IamBigBrother" process by name.
3. Select the "IamBigBrother" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "IamBigBrother" processes files:
5. spoolsv.exe ma.exe nl.exe dllhost.exe cpanel.exe cp.exe, cpanel.exe, dllhost.exe, nl.exe, ma.exe, spoolsv.execp.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove IamBigBrother 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 "IamBigBrother" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "IamBigBrother" registry entries:
5. E9D55102-9683-11D2-BA68-0040053687FE DDD136CE-517B-11D2-AD03-00105A17B608 CA4FC24B-C65C-11D1-AA6F-000000000000 B22FE43C-D1E8-432A-A862-9F83D5F04732 A1EEDAA7-C4D8-11D2-AD9C-00105A17B608 4F99A075-5227-11D2-AD06-00105A17B608 39FDA070-61BA-11D2-AD84-00105A17B608 371D0743-7A57-11D2-AD5A-00105A17B608 0C1F87AE-AE62-11D3-911C-00105A17B608 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRunWindowsSystemTray HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{E9D55102-9683-11D2-BA68-0040053687FE}HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRunWindowsServiceManager HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{DDD136CE-517B-11D2-AD03-00105A17B608} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{CA4FC24B-C65C-11D1-AA6F-000000000000} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{B22FE43C-D1E8-432A-A862-9F83D5F04732} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{A1EEDAA7-C4D8-11D2-AD9C-00105A17B608} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{4F99A075-5227-11D2-AD06-00105A17B608} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{39FDA070-61BA-11D2-AD84-00105A17B608} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{371D0743-7A57-11D2-AD5A-00105A17B608} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{0C1F87AE-AE62-11D3-911C-00105A17B608} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRunWindows System Tray HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRunWindows Service Manager
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister IamBigBrother 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 IamBigBrother DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where IamBigBrother DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "IamBigBrother" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u IamBigBrother.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "IamBigBrother" DLL files:
5. winl.dll mimex.dll encodex.dll dmm.dll dartsock.dll dartftp.dll asycfilt.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other IamBigBrother 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 "IamBigBrother" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "IamBigBrother" processes files:
9. winl.dll mimex.dll encodex.dll dmm.dll dartsock.dll dartftp.dll asycfilt.dll spoolsv.exe ma.exe nl.exe dllhost.exe cpanel.exe cp.exe cp.exe, cpanel.exe, dllhost.exe, nl.exe, ma.exe, spoolsv.exe, asycfilt.dll, dartftp.dll, dartsock.dll, dmm.dll, encodex.dll, mimex.dll, winl.dll
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IamBigBrother Recommendation

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

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

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

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

More IamBigBrother Resources

What is Keyloggers?

IamBigBrother is a type of Keyloggers.

Keyloggers record every keystroke you make on your PC, possibly with the intent of capturing usernames and passwords, credit card numbers, bank account numbers, etc. Some keyloggers also take screen shots of your computer activity, monitor emails and online chatting, and?when installed by someone authorized to do so?are often used to monitor child or employee computer activity. Even in cases such as these, keyloggers usually work secretly.

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IamBigBrother Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from IamBigBrother 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 IamBigBrother 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 IamBigBrother automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new IamBigBrother 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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