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XPAntivirus 2009 Description

XPAntivirus 2009, also known as XP Antivirus 2009, XPAntivirus2009 XP or XP Antivirus Protection, is a rogue anti-virus program that displays a fake icon on your system tray stating that your computer is infected with spyware. XPAntivirus 2009 will use fake security messages to urge you to download their software and will prompt you into purchasing the full version of XPAntivirus 2009. XPAntivirus 2009 is part of the same family of rogue anti-spyware programs as Antivirus 2008, Antivirus 2009, Windows Antivirus 2008, Vista Antivirus 2008 and Ultimate Antivirus 2008.

XP Antivirus 2009 may try to dowload itself by using drive-by download methods. XPAntivirus2009 will also launch on every Windows startup and may display excessive popup ads. XPAntivirus 2009 may be difficult to remove manually because it has the ability to recreate itself.

How can I get rid of XPAntivirus 2009?

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

XPAntivirus 2009 or XP Antivirus 2009 Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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XPAntivirus 2009 Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of XPAntivirus 2009 manual removal instructions and XPAntivirus 2009 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 XPAntivirus 2009.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find XPAntivirus 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 "XPAntivirus 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 "XPAntivirus 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 XPAntivirus 2009 in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove XPAntivirus 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 "XPAntivirus 2009" process by name.
3. Select the "XPAntivirus 2009" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "XPAntivirus 2009" processes files:
5. AV2009Install.exe av2009[1].exe XPAntivirus2009.exe av2009.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove XPAntivirus 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 "XPAntivirus 2009" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "XPAntivirus 2009" registry entries:
5. HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run ieupdate
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Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other XPAntivirus 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 "XPAntivirus 2009" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "XPAntivirus 2009" processes files:
9. Uninstall Antivirus.lnk XP Antivirus 2009.lnk AV2009Install.exe av2009[1].exe XPAntivirus2009.exe av2009.exe
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XPAntivirus 2009 Recommendation

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

If you believe you have XPAntivirus 2009 installed on your computer, check for XPAntivirus 2009 with SpyHunter's Free Spyware Scanner.

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

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

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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?

XPAntivirus 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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XPAntivirus 2009 Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from XPAntivirus 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 XPAntivirus 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 XPAntivirus 2009 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 XPAntivirus 2009 from infecting your computer.

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

Since new XPAntivirus 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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