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WinAntiSpyware Removal Guide

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How can I Detect WinAntiSpyware?

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

WinAntiSpyware Automatic Detection (Recommended)

Is your PC infected with WinAntiSpyware? To safely & quickly detect WinAntiSpyware, we highly recommend you...

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

WinAntiSpyware Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "WinAntiSpyware" 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 "WinAntiSpyware", 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 WinAntiSpyware in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove WinAntiSpyware 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 "WinAntiSpyware" process by name.
3. Select the "WinAntiSpyware" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "WinAntiSpyware" processes files:
5. winantispyware2007.exe winantispyware2006setup.exe wasffnt.exe winantispyware2006freesetup.exe was6.exe uwasffnt.exe stera.exe updater.exe insthelp.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove WinAntiSpyware 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 "WinAntiSpyware" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "WinAntiSpyware" registry entries:
5. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\system\currentcontrolset\services\uwasfsd HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\winantispyware 2006 scanner HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\winantispyware 2006 scanner_is1 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run winantispyware 2006 scanner HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\uwashellext.wascontextmenu HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\uwashellext.shellhook HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\uwasfsd.creationnotifier HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\uwas6.uwas6 HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\typelib\{abcd4567-7437-43ef-ab74-4ab1d3a37411} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\typelib\{4567ab12-ae24-4fd6-b479-e2b464f32da6} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\typelib\{12398a44-7dfc-4c46-bd8f-41259d169a0d} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\interface\{abcd4567-d8e8-4df1-a3ea-d0aa72f42611} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\interface\{abcd4567-4d73-43e9-85e5-53a2dbd95411} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\interface\{4567ab12-a884-4ca6-b739-cedb12fef096} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\drive\shellex\contextmenuhandlers\exploreruwas HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\directory\shellex\contextmenuhandlers\exploreruwas HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3ef3329-ccb1-433b-a3ed-6e763665d280} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{abcd4567-76b5-4bc7-aac5-396d70925b11} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{1236de55-eded-4675-af10-ba15eddb4d7a} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{1230649b-b980-44a5-b259-9b09ebea6331} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{_clsid_washellexecutecheck} appid HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{_clsid_washellexecutecheck} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\*\shellex\contextmenuhandlers\exploreruwas
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister WinAntiSpyware 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 WinAntiSpyware DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where WinAntiSpyware DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "WinAntiSpyware" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u WinAntiSpyware.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "WinAntiSpyware" DLL files:
5. asagents.dll shellext.dll uwas6chk.dll was6chk.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other WinAntiSpyware 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 "WinAntiSpyware" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "WinAntiSpyware" processes files:
9. winantispyware2007.exe asagents.dll shellext.dll uwas6chk.dll was6chk.dll winantispyware2006setup.exe wasffnt.exe winantispyware2006freesetup.exe was6.exe uwasffnt.exe stera.exe updater.exe insthelp.exe
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WinAntiSpyware Recommendation

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

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

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

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

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What is Trojans?

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

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WinAntiSpyware Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from WinAntiSpyware 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 WinAntiSpyware 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 WinAntiSpyware automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new WinAntiSpyware 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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