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AntiVirGear Description

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AntiVirGear is a rogue anti-spyware application designed to scare you into purchasing AntiVirGear's full version by showing misleading warning messages on your Taskbar. AntiVirGear is usually downloaded and installed via ZLOB/MediaAccess Codec installer from an adult site. AntiVirGear scans your computer and uses false positives in order to frighten you into buying the full program. Although AntiVirGear may appear to be harmless, it is a security risk to your computer and it may actually expose you to more security threats by installing other malicious applications. Home site for this fake anti-spyware application is www.Antivirgear.com


How can I get rid of AntiVirGear?

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

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AntiVirGear Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of AntiVirGear manual removal instructions and AntiVirGear components listed to help you remove SpyCrush 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 spyware detection tool to check for AntiVirGear.

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

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

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

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

  5. Read more about How to kill AntiVirGear Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove AntiVirGear Registry Entries

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove AntiVirGear DLL Files

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

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

AntiVirGear Recommendation

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

If you believe you have AntiVirGear installed on your computer, check for AntiVirGear with SpyHunter's Free Spyware Scanner.


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

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


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What is Trojans?


AntiVirGear 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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AntiVirGear Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from AntiVirGear 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 AntiVirGear 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 AntiVirGear automatically.

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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 AntiVirGear from infecting your computer.

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

Since new AntiVirGear 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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AntiVirGear Screenshots


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

(click on AntiVirGear image to enlarge)

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Thu Sep 13 2007 09:28:30 EST

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