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Uninstall SpyGuarder
SpyGuarder Description and Removal Instructions
SpyGuarder is a rogue cleaner program that uses scare tactics to get you to purchase the full version of the SpyGuarder program. SpyGuarder, or Spy Guarder, may be downloaded and installed through the Zlob Trojan infection which can come from a fake video codec download or MediaAcces Codec installer which is present on porn websites. SpyGuarder, if installed, may prompt you with popups or alert messages that say you have "clean" your computer by removing cookies, user history, browser history and other files.
Computer users are urged to avoid downloading or purchasing SpyGuarder no matter how legitimate the program may look. Do not click on any link provided by SpyGuarder. If you do, you'll be redirected to a rogue website to download and purchase the full version of SpyGuarder. SpyGuarder's activities may generate a system slowdown. SpyGuarder may continue to try to recreate itself after reboot.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
Please note: This website is NOT associated or affiliated in any way
with SpyGuarder or its creators. The content provided in this article should NOT be construed as an endorsement, a recommendation or an advertisement for SpyGuarder.
The goal of this article is to assist computer users on the detection and removal of SpyGuarder. This article is provided on an "as is" basis and to be used for informational purposes only. |
Why Should I Remove SpyGuarder?
Note: Manual removal is a difficult process and it is not recommend
unless you are an expert in this field. Therefore, your best defense is to
download and install a reliable anti-spyware program to scan SpyGuarder and other spyware on your machine.
In order to detect SpyGuarder in the easiest and fastest way possible, we advised trying the free SpyHunter scanner provided on this website.
The free version of SpyHunter is only a detection utility.
However, if you wish to continue to the SpyGuarder removal stage with SpyHunter, you must first purchase the full version of SpyHunter or you
can manually remove SpyGuarder by moving on to the "Remove SpyGuarder Manually" section.
Online threats constantly change to avoid detection, and therefore SpyHunter comes equipped with a full technical support, as well as a
one-on-one customer support service called Spyware HelpDesk which gives its support technicians the ability to create a custom automated
fix tailored to your PC. If SpyHunter is unable to detect and remove SpyGuarder, the Spyware Helpdesk will generate a custom fix, transmit
it to your SpyHunter removal tool and completely remove SpyGuarder from your PC.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
- Run a full system scan to detect SpyGuarder files.
- Once you've detected SpyGuarder on your PC, you will then need to purchase SpyHunter to start the removal process.
- Reboot your PC and rerun the scan for any remaining traces of SpyGuarder.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove SpyGuarder
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Remove SpyGuarder Manually
Tip:
If you are not an expert in this field, we highly
recommend you use SpyHunter to scan your PC for SpyGuarder. You'll run
the risk of damaging your computer if you make a mistake
during the manual removal process.
Stop the following SpyGuarder processes:
spyguarder.exe
spyguarder_install.exe
spyguarder_install[1].exe
Remove the following
SpyGuarder registry keys:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}\inprocserver32
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}\inprocserver32 threadingmodel
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run spyguarder 83798BB2-00CD-4CF4-84CC-D814DC7A510F Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MenuOrder\Start Menu2\Programs\SpyGuarder 784CE1EA-4109-4D9E-BAD0-6E022808EEAE
Unregister the following SpyGuarder DLL files:
redir.dll
Locate and delete the following SpyGuarder
files:
spyguarder.exe
spyguarder_install.exe
%profile%\application data\spyguarder\base.dat
%profile%\application data\spyguarder\base2.dat
%profile%\application data\spyguarder\spline.dat
%profile%\application data\spyguarder\desc.dat
%profile%\application data\spyguarder\spyguarder.ini
redir.dll SpyGuarder spyguarder_install[1].exe SpyGuarder.lnk Start SpyGuarder.lnk
SpyGuarder Advice
SpyGuarder manual removal process can be difficult to do because you're required to access and edit
sensitive files in your system registry.
Warning: If you try to remove SpyGuarder files without being completely
sure what you are doing, you run the risk of damaging or losing important data on your computer.
Tip: To avoid this risk, we highly recommend you use a good spyware cleaner/remover to
automatically find and remove SpyGuarder as well as spyware,
adware, trojan and malware in your PC.
SpyGuarder Automatic Detection
To automatically search for SpyGuarder...
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove SpyGuarder
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
For more details on SpyGuarder, please read our "SpyGuarder Overview" below.
SpyGuarder Overview
In the following sections, we investigate and explain the key malicious properties that are attributed to SpyGuarder.
How SpyGuarder infects your PC
SpyGuarder may use one or more of these methods to infect your computer. SpyGuarder is spyware that may take
control of your entire system. SpyGuarder may infect your computer...
- Through unexpected email attachments. One of the most popular ways of becoming infected with spyware is by opening an attachment
sent via e-mail. You should never open unexpected email attachments. Confirm with the sender first that they did in fact send the
email.
- Through browser security loopholes while you're surfing the Web. Some spyware can even bypass firewalls by disguising itself as
part of legitimate software.
- Through instant messenger programs. If you're not secured by a good firewall, spyware can attach itself when you're
sharing files with your instant messenger.
- SpyGuarder recreates, repairs and updates itself. SpyGuarder and other complex spyware
applications may recreate, repair and update themselves to evade deletion. When SpyGuarder alters, restores and updates
its files, DLLs, registry keys and process, a scanner may only remove part of the program allowing the other
remaining files to execute procedures to repair and update. In these cases, it can make the SpyGuarder manual removal
process very difficult.
SpyGuarder Prevention Rules
Follow these SpyGuarder prevention rules and protect your computer from SpyGuarder and other spyware:
Rule #1: Ensure that your Windows Security is up-to-date.
Every week Microsoft provides their new updates that can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website. To get
Microsoft Update, you should do the following steps:
- Go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates,
- Select "ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list,
- Open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet,
- Press "Default Level" and then OK,
- Press "Custom Level."
Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software.
A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current SpyGuarder as well as other forms of spyware
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 SpyGuarder automatically.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for spyware detection. To remove SpyGuarder
and other online threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Rule #3: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date.
New SpyGuarder files can be created every day, thus it is very important to ensure that your
anti-spyware program is up-to-date. Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click
of a button so you can get new spyware definitions immediately. Often, good anti-spyware software will open
an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.
Rule #4: Install and keep your firewall turned on.
A firewall is vital for a complete protection of your PC. Ensure that your firewall is always turned on.
A firewall can stop unwanted software like SpyGuarder from hijacking your PC.
SpyGuarder and other Spyware Related Info:
Wikipedia.org/Spyware - Wikipedia's definition of spyware.
StopBadware.org - A non-profit organization that aims to fight against badware.
Anti-Spyware Coalition - Is a group dedicated to building a consensus about definitions and best
practices in the debate surrounding spyware and other potentially unwanted technologies.
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