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SurfSideKick Removal Guide

SurfSideKick Description

How can I Detect SurfSideKick?

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

SurfSideKick Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

SurfSideKick Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "SurfSideKick" 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 "SurfSideKick", 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 SurfSideKick in the following manual removal steps.

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove SurfSideKick 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 "SurfSideKick" process by name.
3. Select the "SurfSideKick" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "SurfSideKick" processes files:
5. sskb5[1].exe SurfSidekick.exe bk.exe sskupdater.exe ssk.exe, sskupdater.exessk.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove SurfSideKick 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 "SurfSideKick" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "SurfSideKick" registry entries:
5. SurfSideKick2 Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Management\ARPCache\Surf SideKick SurfSideKick3 Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\UrlSearchHooks\CA0E28FA-1AFD-4C21-A8DC-70EB5BE2F076 Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\UrlSearchHooks\_CA0E28FA-1AFD-4C21-A8DC-70EB5BE2F076 Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\URLSearchHooks\02EE5B04-F144-47BB-83FB-A60BD91B74A9 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionUninstallSurfSidekick_is1 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionUninstallSurfSidekick HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRunSurfSideKick HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRunSurfSideKick CA0E28FA-1AFD-4C21-A8DC-70EB5BE2F076 02EE5B04-F144-47BB-83FB-A60BD91B74A9 000AB0005-FF12-42C2-8DF5-39E12E5F9C91 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWARESurfSideKick[XVS] HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionUninstallSurf Sidekick_is1HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareSurfSideKick[XVS] HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionUninstallSurf Sidekick HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerUrlSearchHooks{CA0E28FA-1AFD-4C21-A8DC-70EB5BE2F076} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerUrlSearchHooks{02EE5B04-F144-47BB-83FB-A60BD91B74A9} HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareMicrosoftInternet ExplorerURLSearchHooks{CA0E28FA-1AFD-4C21-A8DC-70EB5BE2F076} HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareMicrosoftInternet ExplorerURLSearchHooks{02EE5B04-F144-47BB-83FB-A60BD91B74A9} HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareMicrosoftInternet ExplorerURLSearchHooks{000AB0005-FF12-42C2-8DF5-39E12E5F9C91} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRunSurfSideKick HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRunSurfSideKick HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{CA0E28FA-1AFD-4C21-A8DC-70EB5BE2F076} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{02EE5B04-F144-47BB-83FB-A60BD91B74A9} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{000AB0005-FF12-42C2-8DF5-39E12E5F9C91} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWARESurfSideKick[XVS] HKEY_CURRENT_USER SoftwareSurfSideKick[XVS]
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister SurfSideKick 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 SurfSideKick DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where SurfSideKick DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "SurfSideKick" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u SurfSideKick.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "SurfSideKick" DLL files:
5. Sskuknwrd.dll Sskknwrd.dll repairs303169590.dll sskbho.dll sskcore.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other SurfSideKick 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 "SurfSideKick" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "SurfSideKick" processes files:
9. sskb5[1].exe Sskuknwrd.dll Sskknwrd.dll SurfSidekick.exe bk.exe repairs303169590.dll SurfSideKick 2 SurfSideKick 3 sskbho.dll sskcore.dll sskupdater.exe ssk.exe ssk.exe, sskupdater.exe, sskcore.dll, sskbho.dll
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SurfSideKick Recommendation

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

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

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

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

SurfSideKick Technical Details

The following SurfSideKick components and their MD5s:

More SurfSideKick Resources

What is Adware?

SurfSideKick 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 SurfSideKick? Run SpyHunter's malware scan and automatically detect SurfSideKick on your PC.

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SurfSideKick Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from SurfSideKick 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 SurfSideKick 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 SurfSideKick automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new SurfSideKick 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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