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RealAV Description

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RealAV, also known as Real AntiVirus, is a rogue anti-spyware application that reports exaggerated spyware results. Once installed, RealAV will automatically load and scan your system only to display false positives in hopes of tricking you into buying the full version of the program. RealAV has no affiliation to Spybot Search & Destroy. RealAV program may be difficult to remove manually, and will continue to try to recreate itself.


How can I get rid of RealAV?

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

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RealAV Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

  6. Read more about How to Find RealAV with File Search Tool

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove RealAV 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 "RealAV" process by name.
  3. Select the "RealAV" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  4. Remove the "RealAV" processes files:

  5. Read more about How to kill RealAV Processes

Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove RealAV 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 "RealAV" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
  4. Locate and delete "RealAV" registry entries:

  5. Read more about How to Remove RealAV Registry Entries

Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister RealAV 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 RealAV DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where RealAV DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
  3. To unregister "RealAV" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u RealAV.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
  4. Search and unregister "RealAV" DLL files:

  5. Read more about How to Remove RealAV DLL Files

Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other RealAV 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 "RealAV" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  8. Remove the "RealAV" processes files:

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

RealAV Recommendation

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

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

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

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


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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?


RealAV is a type of Rogue AntiSpyware Programs.

Rogue anti-spyware programs are fake applications that are cleverly disguised to behave like legitimate spyware removal programs. Rogue anti-spyware programs are usually created by hackers with the sole purpose of rendering a sale for the rogue application. Many rogue anti-spyware programs use deceiving tactics to entice computer users to purchase the rogue anti-spyware program. In many cases computer users do not realize that they have downloaded or installed a fake anti-spyware program until after the sale has taken place. Rogue Anti-Spyware Programs are bogus applications that usually require an extra effort to completely uninstall or remove from your system. Computer infections such as Trojans are known to install rogue anti-spyware programs which do not remove parasites or justify the abnormally high cost of the full version.

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RealAV Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from RealAV 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 RealAV 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 RealAV automatically.

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

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

Since new RealAV 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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RealAV Screenshots


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

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Fri Mar 07 2008 13:13:07 EST

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