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Uninstall XoloX
XoloX Description and Removal Instructions
XoloX is a worm that spreads through peer-to-peer file swapping programs like KaZaA, KaZaA Lite, KaZaA Lite K++, KMD, Morpheus, eDonkey2000, Limewire, Bearshare, Overnet, Gnucleus, any other p2p file sharing network. XoloX also changes browser settings without user's permission and often bundled with spyware.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
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with XoloX or its creators. The content provided in this article should NOT be construed as an endorsement, a recommendation or an advertisement for XoloX.
The goal of this article is to assist computer users on the detection and removal of XoloX. This article is provided on an "as is" basis and to be used for informational purposes only. |
Why Should I Remove XoloX?
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 XoloX and other spyware on your machine.
In order to detect XoloX 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 XoloX removal stage with SpyHunter, you must first purchase the full version of SpyHunter or you
can manually remove XoloX by moving on to the "Remove XoloX 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 XoloX, the Spyware Helpdesk will generate a custom fix, transmit
it to your SpyHunter removal tool and completely remove XoloX from your PC.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
- Run a full system scan to detect XoloX files.
- Once you've detected XoloX 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 XoloX.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove XoloX
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Remove XoloX Manually
Tip:
If you are not an expert in this field, we highly
recommend you use SpyHunter to scan your PC for XoloX. You'll run
the risk of damaging your computer if you make a mistake
during the manual removal process.
Stop the following XoloX processes:
crashsaver.exe mlnet.exe xolox.exe unzip.exe uninstxolox.exe uninstall.exe xoloxexe.exe
Remove the following
XoloX registry keys:
f02c0ae1-d796-42c9-81e1-084d88f79b8e HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\gnutella 2850bdc7-2330-4e31-9fa0-88268846539a HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\xoloxurlprotocol HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\xolox HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\xolox HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\xoloxdefaultproxy HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\xoloxpaidverexename HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\xoloxwebcacheurl
Unregister the following XoloX DLL files:
sbcie026.dll gnucdna.dll geoctl.dll zlib.dll mgwz.dll
Locate and delete the following XoloX
files:
crashsaver.exe mlnet.exe xolox.exe unzip.exe uninstxolox.exe uninstall.exe xoloxexe.exe sbcie026.dll gnucdna.dll geoctl.dll zlib.dll mgwz.dll downloads.lnk uninstallxolox.lnk xolox.lnk xoloxdownloadfolder.lnk bittorrent.ini donkey.ini donkey_expert.ini downloads.ini
XoloX Advice
XoloX 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 XoloX 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 XoloX as well as spyware,
adware, trojan and malware in your PC.
XoloX Automatic Detection
To automatically search for XoloX...
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove XoloX
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
For more details on XoloX, please read our "XoloX Overview" below.
XoloX Overview
In the following sections, we investigate and explain the key malicious properties that are attributed to XoloX.
How XoloX infects your PC
XoloX may use one or more of these methods to infect your computer. XoloX is spyware that may take
control of your entire system. XoloX 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.
- XoloX recreates, repairs and updates itself. XoloX and other complex spyware
applications may recreate, repair and update themselves to evade deletion. When XoloX 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 XoloX manual removal
process very difficult.
XoloX Prevention Rules
Follow these XoloX prevention rules and protect your computer from XoloX 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 XoloX 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 XoloX automatically.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for spyware detection. To remove XoloX
and other online threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Rule #3: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date.
New XoloX 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 XoloX from hijacking your PC.
XoloX 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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