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SystemDoctor Removal Guide

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SystemDoctor Description

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SystemDoctor, a ErrorSafe clone, is a rogue registry cleaner designed to fix errors in your system, but once installed it pops up exaggerated security threats to trick you into purchasing the SystemDoctor 2006 repair/maintenance application. SystemDoctor 2006 may display pop-up or pop-under ads while you surf the web. SystemDoctor may come bundled with other spyware and may install without your permission. Since SystemDoctor installs different variants on your hard drive, SystemDoctor Spyware can prove difficult to remove manually.
Disclaimer:

  1. SpywareRemove.com IS NOT associated, affiliated, consorted, or connected with the publishers SystemDoctor.
  2. We object, reject, and disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of SystemDoctor.
  3. Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of SystemDoctor and other malware publishers off the Internet. In addition, we seek the complete deletion of all the malware programs, including all their polymorphic variants, which are developed and distributed all over the Internet, in the same manner as the publishers of SystemDoctor.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of SystemDoctor, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate SystemDoctor off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect SystemDoctor?

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

SystemDoctor Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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

SystemDoctor Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

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

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

  5. Read more about How to kill SystemDoctor Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove SystemDoctor Registry Entries

Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other SystemDoctor 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 "SystemDoctor" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  8. Remove the "SystemDoctor" processes files:

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

SystemDoctor Recommendation

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

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


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

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

SystemDoctor Technical Details

The following SystemDoctor components and their MD5s:

File NameFile SizeMD5
installer.exe418518473e9dc8a99b1a59552ef80c500a75b85
installer.exe3923784ecc77a8d4a316deaa8cccc75930c860e
sdmain.exe3702784d82efdb0d7c7b46df1b669c7fa1a0a95
systemdoc.exe378880071b6c2a1ff20ed239c64a5d9f0b5dff1
SystemDoctor2006FreeBHInstall[1].exe956961827234508e5c6b66d6064e5726a63c9
installer.exe39341282943e348398c49c245991bcf05fe6281
DNSE.exe172032d7109d686710eca2ac490277d5c94c0f
dcmon.exe626688ecb38d76e1c2fda0e8352839030b4758
dcpasmon.exe50380824753c03a31854768214d94ca24d04e7



More SystemDoctor Resources

What is Trojans?


SystemDoctor 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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SystemDoctor Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from SystemDoctor 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 SystemDoctor 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 SystemDoctor automatically.

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

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

Since new SystemDoctor 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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SystemDoctor Screenshots


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

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Publication Date

Fri Sep 08 2006 12:54:04 EST

User Comments


Username:  BILLB    Date Posted:  2007-09-12 09:28:36   
Comment:

EVERY NITE WHILE PLAYING ON LINE GAMES, "SYSTEM DOCTOR" APPEARS ON MY SCREEN & BOOTS ME FROM THE GAME I WAS PLAYING. I DOWNLOADED IT ONCE, BUT DID NOT PAY THE $39.95 PRICE THEY WANTED TO CLEAN UP MY COMPUTER FILES. I WILL CHECK MY SPYWEAR PROGRAM & UPDATE IT


Username:  ghostrider01    Date Posted:  2007-09-19 13:39:03   
Comment:

BILLB, You really have adware or malware on your computer and you really have to update your anti-spyware program and scan your computer to get rid of infected files.



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