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SmartBrowser Description

SmartBrowser is an adware spyware that shows undesirable pop-up advertisements with mostly pornographic content. It sends a web browser to pornographic Internet resources without asking for user permission. SmartBrowser also sends spam messages to random Yahoo! Chat users. The spyware is able to update itself via the Internet. It can get into the computer while visiting some insecure adult web sites. SmartBrowser runs every time the user launches Internet Explorer.

How can I get rid of SmartBrowser?

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

SmartBrowser Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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

Download SpyHunter's SmartBrowser Scanner.

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

SmartBrowser Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "SmartBrowser" 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 "SmartBrowser", 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 SmartBrowser in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove SmartBrowser 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 "SmartBrowser" process by name.
3. Select the "SmartBrowser" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "SmartBrowser" processes files:
5. LicDialog.exe regme.exe iybd.[XVS].exe, regme.exeiybd.[XVS].exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove SmartBrowser 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 "SmartBrowser" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "SmartBrowser" registry entries:
5. BHO.iBHO HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareSystemybdlast HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareSystemlastversion HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareSystemlastthingies HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareSystemlast 00000182-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738 00000182-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8 00000183-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738 00000183-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8 00000186-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738 00000186-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8 00000185-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738 00000185-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8 HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareSystemybdlastHKEY_CLASSES_ROOTBHO.iBHO HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareSystemlastversion HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareSystemlastthingies HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareSystemlast HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionExplorerBrowser Helper Objects{00000185-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionExplorerBrowser Helper Objects{00000185-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTTypeLib{00000182-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTTypeLib{00000182-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTInterface{00000183-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTInterface{00000183-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{00000186-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{00000186-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{00000185-C745-43D2-44F1-01A1C789C738} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{00000185-B716-11D3-92F3-00D0B709A7D8} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTBHO.iBHO
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister SmartBrowser 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 SmartBrowser DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where SmartBrowser DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "SmartBrowser" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u SmartBrowser.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "SmartBrowser" DLL files:
5. BHO.0.1.0.155.dll ydb.[XVS].dll ybd.dll mbd.[XVS].dll bho.[XVS].dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other SmartBrowser 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 "SmartBrowser" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "SmartBrowser" processes files:
9. BHO.0.1.0.155.dll LicDialog.exe ydb.[XVS].dll ybd.dll mbd.[XVS].dll bho.[XVS].dll regme.exe iybd.[XVS].exe, regme.exe, bho.[XVS].dll, mbd.[XVS].dll, ybd.dll, ydb.[XVS].dlliybd.[XVS].exe
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SmartBrowser Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's SmartBrowser Scanner.

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

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

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More SmartBrowser Resources

What is Adware?

SmartBrowser is a type of Adware.

Adware usually acts without your authorization or knowledge. Many free utilities may install hidden software, possibly to earn money for the author to recover development costs. While adware is not always malicious, it typically tracks your Internet activity and sends other information from your computer (which can include email addresses) to advertisers. With this information, you may now be a target for pop-up/pop-under advertisements, additional toolbars, and spam.

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

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SmartBrowser Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from SmartBrowser 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 SmartBrowser 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 SmartBrowser automatically.

Download SpyHunter's SmartBrowser Scanner

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

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

Since new SmartBrowser 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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