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MessageSpy Removal Guide

MessageSpy Description

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How can I Detect MessageSpy?

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

MessageSpy Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

MessageSpy Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "MessageSpy" 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 "MessageSpy", 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 MessageSpy in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove MessageSpy 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 "MessageSpy" process by name.
3. Select the "MessageSpy" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "MessageSpy" processes files:
5. msaolim.exe ms.exe unins.exe msaolim.exeunins000.exe ms.exe unins.exe unins000.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove MessageSpy 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 "MessageSpy" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "MessageSpy" registry entries:
5. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRunmsaim= C:Program Filesmsaolimmsaolim.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRunmsaim=C:ProgramFilesmsaolimmsaolim.exe
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister MessageSpy 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 MessageSpy DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where MessageSpy DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "MessageSpy" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u MessageSpy.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "MessageSpy" DLL files:
5. polarziplight.dll polarcrypto.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other MessageSpy 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 "MessageSpy" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "MessageSpy" processes files:
9. Uninstall Message Spy.lnk Message Spy.lnk Message Spy Documentation.lnk msaim uninstallmessagespy.lnk messagespydocumentation.lnk messagespy.lnk unins000.dat settings.dat notification.html ms_index.html messagespydocumentation.url license.txt readme.txt notify.txt polarziplight.dll polarcrypto.dll msaolim.exe ms.exe unins.exe unins000.exe uninstall message spy.lnk message spy documentation.lnk message spy.lnk unins000.dat settings.dat notification.html ms_index.html message spy documentation.url license.txt readme.txt notify.txt
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MessageSpy Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

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

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What is Spyware?

MessageSpy is a type of Spyware.

Spyware is any malware or software used to spy or track your computer activity. While some spyware is not malicious and is intentionally installed by parents or employers to monitor Internet activity, spyware may be installed maliciously. Often spyware can come bundled with downloads of free software, and may track your Internet activity or may steal usernames and passwords, credit card numbers, and other personal financial information.

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

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MessageSpy Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from MessageSpy 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 MessageSpy 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 MessageSpy automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new MessageSpy 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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