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HomeHome Spyware DatabaseSpyware Database AntiVirGear Removal Guide"AntiVirGear Removal Guide"

AntiVirGear Removal Guide

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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
Disclaimer:

  1. SpywareRemove.com IS NOT associated, affiliated, consorted, or connected with the publishers AntiVirGear.
  2. We object, reject, and disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of AntiVirGear.
  3. Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of AntiVirGear 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 AntiVirGear.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of AntiVirGear, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate AntiVirGear off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect 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.

AntiVirGear Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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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 AntiVirGear 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 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 malware 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 Malware Scanner.


SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove AntiVirGear and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware 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 malware threats.

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

AntiVirGear Technical Details

The following AntiVirGear components and their MD5s:

File NameFile SizeMD5
AntiVirGear 3.7.exe1794048ff8e28873c069c7e966328d1ec74d8c5
jrpkmgh.dll12800a84d034ad803398fe55fac26e5d998c5
vzfhprk.dll128008032d1488bc94d9ebdf009b486aadbee
hymww.dll12800de500050940ceb1650e1f17ee6c75752
rrtrit.dll12800172be2414428c9ff1910879be2a9aace
fwzozx.dll128004f4602635846663b309c82cbc8a812cc
clbrcek.dll12800b9e188be528bd7d9e07c06b28f156026
itdtjjf.dll12800ac593e99e67173b89f52cc6a13c9c4a9
bqrcr.dll12800b56f60cdbe7ff45afb242050a269cd77
fnczfh.dll1280079a1c3d82df018a7daf5bd5f83035555
avg_install[1].exe32695853263a6415196269345562c7d8e61ac60
laf3.dll29696a917a6503aecb9daa2418bfa245f9074
rnxwph.dll128000722fb5e0e32bf1e7568e209d0ada696
swqzdtj.dll12800d31af9775118f2b037bc763b611f42d7
rmtdvc.dll12800e6f0eb2e30a46c881ca97d607538895a
AntiVirGear 3.8.exe179404813c40e5f9853aa9104cdcd855b645903
siiyal.dll12800bcc559e6f17259b63faa9a0beee5e787
gaaplp.dll12800a9e2c437f5be4efdf5cffa2712efd215
beahahl.dll12800f8ad9117e82f521662f23721ae82b2d7
tkosvv.dll12800de6543c6a5797e01ddcbafc4264c3e27
dsibr.dll12800ea193b7aef984fbdb14223bcaca88014
aghmao.dll12800c926d6a556ae8e244f6fe6d9de5f1169
AntiVirGear 3.9.exe179404804b115a23f67a6d2ff099bf01c234afc
pluwue.dll12800b818806e29eb365a4e8a7e11dd865b6f
AntiVirGear 3.8.exe573443c23a38e452cd57430eaf9a5d3d48917
hteogat.dll128006a07931fc50c2a670b9f3c7b87692564
flirek.dll128003b8d86aa41dc77970f523928f673123e
mxhfjy.dll12800db237f941f50354f1e9fa340d57d143e
sttwrd.dll12800367814b67b4b738fe153d733694bfcc5
fqgwiw.dll12800516525fd6b9e75dcf2e94be754d7dbe3
yneid.dll128008e8374ef0a445b6f709327b692a7510a
eulbn.dll12800fb2a65c236b79657e9d57b6c587210c8
bubbj.dll12800eb4c66df3d7be479900bdce5a491a105
laf3.dll2969687cb555c8d6968261f88b6f477bdbf7a
zdhgsp.dll12800dc6526a615351cd3eee2b2d2beaa1360
vusxqm.dll12800d2abf76307c2336ff50cd4e3d2afb7b4
veptlh.dll128009892c2ce198c6e7e9503e529e4a6c7e0
fifzqip.dll128008a80a510c7350c6fb76655a9c0f13ed5
gdrtul.dll12800da0afb66feb576d94c900611fc95d415
nczupfw.dll12800d0615ec6547926e5ece30d4ef3b092cd
ugbtna.dll12800ddc70727d71ab3a937dd584430a4a9b5
pfrmj.dll12800be484b902e99f548c4cba1c615f4edc3
nieyn.dll1280014bedd39d23ef6f363a12cb95e8f3615
xovdzz.dll12800fdcc9b344df8ebbb7d531041b043379e
laf6.dll29696700e7e2d9cae9ebc1fb0fc5052d9172f


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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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SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove AntiVirGear 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 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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Publication Date

Thu Sep 13 2007 09:28:30 EST

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