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SpywareQuake Description

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SpywareQuake is a trojan that displays an icon in the system tray. SpywareQuake looks like a legitimate application for removal of spyware, but it installs a trojan in an attempt to trick you into buying the software. The SpywareQuake trojan is able to change the Internet Explorer default home page and redirect the web browser to malicious web sites. SpywareQuake will also pop-up fake alerts that resemble system alerts in another attempt to get you to buy it.


How can I get rid of SpywareQuake?

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

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SpywareQuake Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

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

  5. Read more about How to kill SpywareQuake Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove SpywareQuake Registry Entries

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove SpywareQuake DLL Files

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

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

SpywareQuake Recommendation

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

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


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

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


More SpywareQuake Resources

What is Trojans?


SpywareQuake is a type of Trojans.

Trojans install themselves secretly and quietly onto your computer, most often by the simple downloading of email attachments (usually .avi, .pif, .exe, and even .jpg files.) Most Trojans gain complete control over your system after installation, and with that may delete files, steal passwords, change your system settings, and monitor your computer acitivity.

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SpywareQuake Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from SpywareQuake 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 SpywareQuake 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 SpywareQuake automatically.

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

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

Since new SpywareQuake 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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SpywareQuake Screenshots


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

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Tue May 30 2006 12:19:23 EDT

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