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VirusBurster Removal Guide

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VirusBurster Description

VirusBurster is a fake anti-spyware program that is often downloaded and installed without user knowledge or consent by a Trojan or through browser security holes. VirusBurster launches on Windows startup and may generate large numbers of popup adverts. VirusBurster will also display notifications of imaginary security risks in its attempts to get the user to purchase the full version. VirusBurster can be extremely difficult to remove manually, and will continue to try to recreate itself. VirusBurster is a variant of VirusBurst. It is affiliated with the Zlob trojan, and is a major security risk.
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  3. Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of VirusBurster 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 VirusBurster.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of VirusBurster, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate VirusBurster off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect VirusBurster?

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

VirusBurster Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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VirusBurster Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

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

  5. Read more about How to kill VirusBurster Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove VirusBurster Registry Entries

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove VirusBurster DLL Files

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

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

VirusBurster Recommendation

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

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


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

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

VirusBurster Technical Details

The following VirusBurster components and their MD5s:

File NameFile SizeMD5
VIRUSBURSTER.EXE1507328bef9a30f5b4edc4fe049c3e6769d96bb
RIWFDQV.EXE45056288a712bd73ca6d1c1470491809a0c07
lqe2z.dll200704ed5f6dbe876acb5e4917bd768ec0efd6
taskmgr.exe716808145abc8d6cf5180c8fe81fb61df685a



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What is Trojans?


VirusBurster 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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VirusBurster Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from VirusBurster 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 VirusBurster 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 VirusBurster automatically.

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

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

Since new VirusBurster 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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