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Parrot Description

Parrot is an Internet worm, which spreads by e-mail in messages with infected attachments and through IRC channels. It tries to imitate a screensaver application and tricks a user into installing it. Then the worm infects critical computer executables and starts its spreading routine. It uses Microsoft Outlook mail application to send itself to e-mail addresses found in the Address Book. For spreading in IRC chats it uses popular mIRC client. Parrot modifies some computer files and shows a simple message window.

How can I get rid of Parrot?

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

Parrot Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's FREE Parrot Scanner.

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

Parrot Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

Step 2 : Detect and Delete Other Parrot 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 "Parrot" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "Parrot" processes files:
9. parrot.scrparrot.scr
   Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

Parrot Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's FREE Parrot Scanner.

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

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

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More Parrot Resources

What is Worms?

Parrot 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 Parrot? Run SpyHunter's FREE Parrot scan and automatically detect Parrot on your PC.

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Parrot Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from Parrot 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 Parrot 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 Parrot automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free Parrot Scanner

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

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

Since new Parrot 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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