Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool actually exists — Microsoft released this anti-badware tool Janury 2005, and it updates monthly to remove malware. Now a Trojan is masquerading as Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool to make a quick buck selling you security software. This fake Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool launches with your system, mimics scanning your computer, and tells you you’re infected with imaginary threats, such as Keylogger.Stawin, Spyware.ActivityKey, Trojan.Qhosts.C, W32.HLLW.Oror.AI@mm and VBS.Lisa.A@MM. also spoof system alerts, creating popups that read, “Security Warning. Your computer is infected with malicious software. You should use antivirus product to remove it. Click this message to purchase recommended antivirus software.”

The fake Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool’s goal? To get you to buy software. If you follow any the fake Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool popup’s prompts, you’re taken to an OEM Purchase Center (http://www.oem-micro-store.com), which pimps software like McAfee Total Protection and Norton 360.

If you’re seeing any of this voodoo, you’re not infected with any badware but this fake Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. So let me show you how to uninstall this rogue Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

Do You Have Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool?

When you’re infected with badware — whether it’s Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool, spyware, adware, a Trojan, or a virus — there are a few key symptoms. Have you noticed…

• Slow computer performance: It just takes one parasite like Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool to slow your computer dramatically. If your PC takes longer than usual to reboot, or if your Internet connection is unusually slow, you may be infected with Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.
• New desktop shortcuts or switched homepage: Badware like Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool may change your Internet settings to redirect your homepage to another site. Badware can even add desktop shortcuts to your PC.
• Annoying popups: Badware can bombard your computer with popup ads, even when you’re not online. Through these popups, you may be tricked into downloading more spyware.

How to Remove Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Manually

Before we get started, you should backup your system and your registry, so it’ll be easy to restore your computer if anything goes wrong.

To remove Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool manually, you need to delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files. Not sure how to delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files? Click here, and I’ll show you. Otherwise, go ahead and…

Delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files:

Remove Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool registry values:

Note: In any Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files I mention above, “%UserProfile%” is a variable referring to your current user’s profile folder. If you’re using Windows NT/2000/XP, by default this is “C:\Documents and Settings\[CURRENT USER]” (e.g., “C:\Documents and Settings\JoeSmith”). If you have any questions about manual Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool removal, go ahead and leave a comment.

How Do You Remove Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Files?

Need help figuring out how to delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files? While there’s some risk involved, and you should only manually remove Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files if you’re comfortable editing your system, you’ll find it’s fairly easy to delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files in Windows.

How to delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files in Windows XP and Vista:

1. Click your Windows Start menu, and then click “Search.”
2. A speech bubble will pop up asking you, “What do you want to search for?” Click “All files and folders.”
3. Type a Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool file in the search box, and select “Local Hard Drives.”
4. Click “Search.” Once the file is found, delete it.

How to stop Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool processes:

1. Click the Start menu, select Run.
2. Type taskmgr.exe into the the Run command box, and click “OK.” You can also launch the Task Manager by pressing keys CTRL + Shift + ESC.
3. Click Processes tab, and find Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool processes.
4. Once you’ve found the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool processes, right-click them and select “End Process” to kill Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

How to remove Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool registry keys:

Because your registry is such a key piece of your Windows system, you should always backup your registry before you edit it. Editing your registry can be intimidating if you’re not a computer expert, and when you change or a delete a critical registry key or value, there’s a chance you may need to reinstall your entire system. Make sure your backup your registry before editing it.

1. Select your Windows menu “Start,” and click “Run.” An “Open” field will appear. Type “regedit” and click “OK” to open up your Registry Editor.
2. Registry Editor will open as a window with two panes. The left side Registry Editor’s window lets you select various registry keys, and the right side displays the registry values of the registry key you select.
3. To find a registry key, such as any Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool registry keys, select “Edit,” then select “Find,” and in the search bar type any of Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool’s registry keys.
4. As soon as Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool registry key appears, you can delete the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool registry key by right-clicking it and selecting “Modify,” then clicking “Delete.”

How to delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool DLL files:

1. First locate Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool DLL files you want to delete. Open your Windows Start menu, then click “Run.” Type “cmd” in Run, and click “OK.”
2. To change your current directory, type “cd” in the command box, press your “Space” key, and enter the full directory where the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool DLL file is located. If you’re not sure if the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool DLL file is located in a particular directory, enter “dir” in the command box to display a directory’s contents. To go one directory back, enter “cd ..” in the command box and press “Enter.”
3. When you’ve located the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool DLL file you want to remove, type “regsvr32 /u SampleDLLName.dll” (e.g., “regsvr32 /u jl27script.dll”) and press your “Enter” key.

That’s it. If you want to restore any Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool DLL file you removed, type “regsvr32 DLLJustDeleted.dll” (e.g., “regsvr32 jl27script.dll”) into your command box, and press your “Enter” key.

Did Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool change your homepage?

1. Click Windows Start menu > Control Panel > Internet Options.
2. Under Home Page, select the General > Use Default.
3. Type in the URL you want as your home page (e.g., “http://www.homepage.com”).
4. Select Apply > OK.
5. You’ll want to open a fresh web page and make sure that your new default home page pops up.

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool Removal Tip

Is your computer acting funny after deleting any Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files? I recommend using a program like File Recover from PC Tools. File Recover saves deleted files that otherwise can’t be recovered by Windows operating sytem.

Want to save time finding Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files? Download Spyware Doctor, let it find the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files for you, and then manually delete Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool files.

How Did You Get Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool?

Wondering how Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool ended up on your PC? If you’re infected with Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool or other badware, perhaps you were using…

• Freeware or shareware: Did you download and install shareware or freeware? These low-cost or free software applications may come bundled with spyware, adware, or programs like Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. Sometimes adware is attached to the free software to “pay” developers for the cost of creating the software, and more often spyware is secretly attached to free software to harm your computer and steal your personal and financial information.
• Peer-to-peer software: Do you use a peer-to-peer (P2P) program or other application with a shared network? When you use these applications, you put your system at risk for unknowingly downloading an infected file, including applications like Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.
• Questionable websites: Did you visit a website that’s of questionable nature? When you visit malicious sites that are fishy and phishy, badware may be automatically downloaded and installed onto your computer, sometimes including applications like Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. I recommend you use Firefox web browser, if you don’t already.

Understanding Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool

If you’re infected with Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool, you should know what you’re fighting. I’ll explain some definitions related to Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool May Be a Trojan

Trojans install themselves secretly onto your computer, most often through your downloading a simple email attachment (often Trojans pose as harmless pictures). Most Trojans are able to gain complete control over your PC after installation. With this control, the Trojan and the hacker behind it may change your system settings, delete important files, steal your passwords, and watch your computer acitivity.

Infection Methods of Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool and Other Trojans

Most Trojans infect your computer by tricking you into launching an infected file. This poisoned file could disguised as a small file, such as a jpeg or other email attachment, or it might be downloaded via a website or FTP.

• Email: Your PC may be infected with a Trojan when you download infected email attachments, or sometimes even when you simply open an email. Many Trojans exploit security holes in Microsoft Outlook. You may be able to reduce your chances of getting infected by a Trojan by using a spam-blocking software.
• Websites: Your PC may be infected with a Trojan when you visit a rogue site. Many Trojans exploit security holes in Internet Explorer web browser so that by simply visiting a website you may unknowingly download a Trojan.
• Open ports: If your computer runs programs that provide file-sharing functions – such as AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), MSN Messenger, and more – you may open your computer up to vulnerabilities. Using file sharing through these applications may create a network that gives attackers the opportunity to remotely access your computer.