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VirusTrigger Removal Guide

VirusTrigger Description

VirusTrigger, also known as Virus Trigger, is a rogue anti-spyware program usually installed by the Trojan Vundo. Once infected by VirusTrigger, you'll receive numerous fake security alerts and system scan results stating that your computer is infected with spyware. To remove the supposed spyware infections, VirusTrigger will then urge you to purchase Virus Trigger's full program from its website (Virus-Trigger.com) for $79.95 or $49.95.

VirusTrigger's website may seem to be a legitimate website, however, virus-trigger.com is the home of a major scam. Virus-trigger.com offers no contact or information about the company, all it has is an article containing the company's fake achievements. You may also find many grammatical errors and in some sections of virus-trigger.com you'll find the name of another rogue program, TotalCleaner.

How can I Detect VirusTrigger?

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

VirusTrigger or Virus Trigger 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 VirusTrigger on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove VirusTrigger and other malware threats.

VirusTrigger Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove VirusTrigger 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 "VirusTrigger" process by name.
3. Select the "VirusTrigger" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "VirusTrigger" processes files:
5. VirusTriggerBin.exe VirusTrigger.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove VirusTrigger 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 "VirusTrigger" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "VirusTrigger" registry entries:
5. Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\VirusTriggerBin VirusTriggerBinWarning.WarningBHO.1 VirusTriggerBinWarning.WarningBHO VirusTriggerBin 096CBA44-4A4C-49f7-8903-1E75550ABCB7 HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "VirusTrigger"
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister VirusTrigger 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 VirusTrigger DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where VirusTrigger DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "VirusTrigger" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u VirusTrigger.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "VirusTrigger" DLL files:
5. VirusTriggerBinWarning.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other VirusTrigger 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 "VirusTrigger" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "VirusTrigger" processes files:
9. VirusTrigger 2.1.lnk VirusTriggerBin VirusTriggerBinWarning.dll VirusTrigger.url VirusTrigger.lnk VirusTriggerBin.exe VirusTrigger.exe
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VirusTrigger Recommendation

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

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

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

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

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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?

VirusTrigger is a type of Rogue AntiSpyware Programs.

Rogue anti-spyware programs are fake applications that are cleverly disguised to behave like legitimate spyware removal programs. Rogue anti-spyware programs are usually created by hackers with the sole purpose of rendering a sale for the rogue application. Many rogue anti-spyware programs use deceiving tactics to entice computer users to purchase the rogue anti-spyware program. In many cases computer users do not realize that they have downloaded or installed a fake anti-spyware program until after the sale has taken place. Rogue Anti-Spyware Programs are bogus applications that usually require an extra effort to completely uninstall or remove from your system. Computer infections such as Trojans are known to install rogue anti-spyware programs which do not remove parasites or justify the abnormally high cost of the full version.

Think you have VirusTrigger? Run SpyHunter's malware scan and automatically detect VirusTrigger on your PC.

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VirusTrigger Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from VirusTrigger 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 VirusTrigger 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 VirusTrigger automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new VirusTrigger 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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VirusTrigger Screenshots

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

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