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MS AntiSpyware 2009 Removal Guide

MS AntiSpyware 2009 Description

MS AntiSpyware 2009, also known as MSAntiSpyware 2009, is a rogue anti-spyware program that installs in your computer system with the help of Trojan Zlob or other unethical mechanisms. You may have also downloaded MS AntiSpyware 2009 from a rogue website thinking it would remove your spyware threats.

Zlob may pop up fake notifications to make you believe that your computer is infected with spyware. These fake notifications may appear harmless because they're designed to look similar to the messages issued by Windows Security Center. Although the makers of MS AntiSpyware 2009 seek to goad you into purchasing MS AntiSpyware 2009, this program should not be trusted. It is reported that MS AntiSpyware 2009 is associated with Pro AntiSpyware 2009, NanoAntivirus, and Antivirus 2009.

Once MS AntiSpyware 2009's trial version is installed, it will run a fake system scan to generate a list of spyware results that are supposedly found in your system. Along with this scan, popups and fake system alert messages may appear to "inform" you about your supposed infections.

If you click on any of these messages, you'll be redirected to MSAntiSpyware2009's rogue website to further download MS AntiSpyware 2009's licensed version. MSAntiSpyware2009.com will promote MS AntiSpyware 2009 as a legit software, do not be tricked by its malicious tactics.

How can I Detect MS AntiSpyware 2009?

The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall MS AntiSpyware 2009 by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden MS AntiSpyware 2009 files, it's possible that MS AntiSpyware 2009 will reappear after reboot. Follow the MS AntiSpyware 2009 detection and removal methods below.

MS AntiSpyware 2009 or MSAntiSpyware 2009 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 MS AntiSpyware 2009 on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 and other malware threats.

MS AntiSpyware 2009 Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of MS AntiSpyware 2009 manual removal instructions and MS AntiSpyware 2009 components listed to help you remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 MS AntiSpyware 2009.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find MS AntiSpyware 2009 Path

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "MS AntiSpyware 2009" 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 "MS AntiSpyware 2009", 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 MS AntiSpyware 2009 in the following manual removal steps.
5. "MS AntiSpyware 2009" files can be found in the directory path(s):
6. %UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\MS AntiSpyware 2009 %AllUsersProfile%\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 "MS AntiSpyware 2009" process by name.
3. Select the "MS AntiSpyware 2009" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "MS AntiSpyware 2009" processes files:
5. %PROGRAMDATA%\crucialsoft ltd\ms antispyware 2009\msas2009.exe %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\msas2009.exe c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\msas2009.exe msas2009.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 "MS AntiSpyware 2009" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "MS AntiSpyware 2009" registry entries:
5. Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Drivers\Video\Options\4E8D9EBF-122C-42BD-A8CB-7E59C9CC08BA Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\uninstall\MS AntiSpyware 2009 5.7 Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MenuOrder\Start Menu2\Programs\MS AntiSpyware 2009 CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009 HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\uninstall\MS AntiSpyware 2009 5.7 HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "MS AntiSpyware 2009" HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009 HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\CrucialSoft Ltd
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Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 "MS AntiSpyware 2009" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "MS AntiSpyware 2009" processes files:
9. MS AntiSpyware 2009 c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\LOG\20081214155256795.log c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\LOG c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\BASE c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\SAVED c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\DELETED c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\msas2009.exe c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009 msas2009.exe MS AntiSpyware 2009.lnk %UserProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\MS AntiSpyware 2009\MS AntiSpyware 2009.lnk %PROGRAMDATA%\crucialsoft ltd\ms antispyware 2009\msas2009.exe %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\CrucialSoft Ltd\MS AntiSpyware 2009\msas2009.exe
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MS AntiSpyware 2009 Recommendation

RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good malware remover to track MS AntiSpyware 2009 and automatically remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.

If you believe you have MS AntiSpyware 2009 installed on your computer, check for MS AntiSpyware 2009 with SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool. Since new MS AntiSpyware 2009 files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on MS AntiSpyware 2009 and other malware threats.

To learn more on MS AntiSpyware 2009, see our MS AntiSpyware 2009 resource section below.

MS AntiSpyware 2009 Technical Details

The following MS AntiSpyware 2009 components and their MD5s:

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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?

MS AntiSpyware 2009 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.

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MS AntiSpyware 2009 Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 MS AntiSpyware 2009 automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove MS AntiSpyware 2009 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 MS AntiSpyware 2009 from infecting your computer.

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

Since new MS AntiSpyware 2009 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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MS AntiSpyware 2009 Screenshots

View MS AntiSpyware 2009 screenshots below and see for yourself how MS AntiSpyware 2009 looks like. Learn how to recognize MS AntiSpyware 2009 when it infects your machine.

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