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VirusRay Removal Guide
VirusRay Description
Home site for this rogue anti-spyware application is www.virusray.com
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How can I Detect VirusRay?
The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall VirusRay by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden VirusRay files, it's possible that VirusRay will reappear after reboot. Follow the VirusRay detection and removal methods below.
VirusRay Automatic Detection (Recommended)
Is your PC infected with VirusRay? To safely & quickly detect VirusRay, we highly recommend you...
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Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner. |
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter's malware scanner detects VirusRay on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove VirusRay and other malware threats.
VirusRay Manual Removal Instructions
Below is a list of VirusRay manual removal instructions and VirusRay components listed to help you remove VirusRay 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 VirusRay.
Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find VirusRay Path
- Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
- In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "VirusRay" file name(s).
- To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
- When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "VirusRay", 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 VirusRay in the following manual removal steps.
- "VirusRay" files can be found in the directory path(s):
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Read more about How to Find VirusRay with File Search Tool
Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove VirusRay Processes
- To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
- Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "VirusRay" process by name.
- Select the "VirusRay" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "VirusRay" processes files:
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Read more about How to kill VirusRay Processes
Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove VirusRay Registry Values
- To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
- Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
- To delete "VirusRay" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
- Locate and delete "VirusRay" registry entries:
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Read more about How to Remove VirusRay Registry Entries
Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister VirusRay DLL Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
- Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the VirusRay DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where VirusRay DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
- To unregister "VirusRay" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u VirusRay.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
- Search and unregister "VirusRay" DLL files:
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Read more about How to Remove VirusRay DLL Files
Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other VirusRay Files
- To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
- Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
- To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
- Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
- To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
- Select the "VirusRay" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
- Remove the "VirusRay" processes files:
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Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files
VirusRay Recommendation
RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good malware remover to track VirusRay and automatically remove VirusRay as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.
If you believe you have VirusRay installed on your computer, check for VirusRay with SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove VirusRay and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool. Since new VirusRay files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on VirusRay and other malware threats.
To learn more on VirusRay, see our VirusRay resource section below.
VirusRay Technical Details
The following VirusRay components and their MD5s:
| File Name | File Size | MD5 |
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| unpfrwb.dll | 12800 | c711b2ba2083a34272274f0beddd7a6f |
| setup[1].exe | 76978 | a359a2c3614542c4371248c83c4d3ef6 |
| VirusRay 3.8.exe | 1794048 | 93f86d9a8208ef86d34db2c00b877d9c |
More VirusRay Resources
What is Trojans?
VirusRay 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.
Think you have VirusRay? Run SpyHunter's malware scan and automatically detect VirusRay on your PC.
VirusRay Prevention Rules
Protect your computer from VirusRay 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 VirusRay 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 VirusRay automatically.
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Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner |
SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove VirusRay 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 VirusRay from infecting your computer.
Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date
Since new VirusRay 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.
VirusRay Screenshots
View VirusRay screenshots below and see for yourself how VirusRay looks like. Learn how to recognize VirusRay when it infects your machine.
(click on VirusRay image to enlarge)
Publication Date
Mon Oct 22 2007 09:46:04 ESTUser Comments
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