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Uninstall VirusBlast
VirusBlast Description and Removal Instructions
VirusBlast is a rogue anti-spyware program that displays fake warning messages in order to trick the user into purchasing the software. VirusBlast proclaims to be a legitimate application for removal of spyware, but, in reality, it installs a trojan that pops up deceptive advertisement alleging to detect spyware. VirusBlast may also change the Internet Explorer default home page and redirect the web browser to malicious web sites. VirusBlast is a variant of other rogue anti-spyware programs such as SpyAxe, SpyFalcon, SpySheriff, SpywareStrike, TitanShield, and AntiVirusGold.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
Please note: This website is NOT associated or affiliated in any way
with VirusBlast or its creators. The content provided in this article should NOT be construed as an endorsement, a recommendation or an advertisement for VirusBlast.
The goal of this article is to assist computer users on the detection and removal of VirusBlast. This article is provided on an "as is" basis and to be used for informational purposes only. |
Why Should I Remove VirusBlast?
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 VirusBlast and other spyware on your machine.
In order to detect VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast removal stage with SpyHunter, you must first purchase the full version of SpyHunter or you
can manually remove VirusBlast by moving on to the "Remove VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast, the Spyware Helpdesk will generate a custom fix, transmit
it to your SpyHunter removal tool and completely remove VirusBlast from your PC.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
- Run a full system scan to detect VirusBlast files.
- Once you've detected VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove VirusBlast
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Remove VirusBlast Manually
Tip:
If you are not an expert in this field, we highly
recommend you use SpyHunter to scan your PC for VirusBlast. You'll run
the risk of damaging your computer if you make a mistake
during the manual removal process.
Stop the following VirusBlast processes:
uninst.exe
vblast_setup.exe
virusblast.exe
Remove the following
VirusBlast registry keys:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\appid\{490e7d57-1fc1-4ea6-bd52-483b7271b223}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\appid\{9da1990b-9bca-4c80-aefb-11a40fa849f9}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{0d0fab5c-2be4-4126-a28e-828febce1e55}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{1f6fe2c2-6040-4645-9053-7f689affe176}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{9da04bbd-71bb-020c-436e-42fecbb98f05}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{e6b4ab50-f423-4ee6-9839-b35dcfcdfa49}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\interface\{1131081d-81ed-46f0-8b03-b728aeaffd12}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\interface\{214345b8-bb69-498d-a168-29f58f15d806}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\interface\{e6b4ab50-f423-4ee6-9839-b35dcfcdfa49}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\typelib\{283ed043-d403-4808-bf28-fcde29dcf1fb}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\typelib\{80ed1eb2-55fb-4434-bd41-e1645a370158}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\app paths\virusblast.exe
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run virusblast
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\virusblast
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\virusblast 1F6FE2C2-6040-4645-9053-7F689AFFE176 SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\VirusBlast.exe VirusBlast 0D0FAB5C-2BE4-4126-A28E-828FEBCE1E55 E6B4AB50-F423-4EE6-9839-B35DCFCDFA49 283ED043-D403-4808-BF28-FCDE29DCF1FB 80ED1EB2-55FB-4434-BD41-E1645A370158 DFCDA823-80C5-4F55-B328-7EFD4AFBD9A0
Unregister the following VirusBlast DLL files:
blastiemonitor.dll
dbghelp.dll
desktopmanager.dll
messengercontrol.dll
msvcp71.dll
startupeditor.dll
Locate and delete the following VirusBlast
files:
activex.db
blacklist.db
blastiemonitor.dll
config.ini
cookies.db
dbghelp.dll
desktopmanager.dll
english.ini
english1.ini
filesnames.db
hosts.db
knownlocations.db
md5.db
messengercontrol.dll
msvcp71.dll
registry.db
sdebug.log
spanish.ini
spywareinfo.db
startupeditor.dll
tips.txt
uninst.exe
vblast_activity-08032006-100605.log
vblast_setup.exe
virusblast v5.0 un-installer.lnk
virusblast v5.0 website.lnk
virusblast v5.0.lnk
virusblast.chm
virusblast.exe
virusblast.url VirusBlast
VirusBlast Advice
VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast as well as spyware,
adware, trojan and malware in your PC.
VirusBlast Automatic Detection
To automatically search for VirusBlast...
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove VirusBlast
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
For more details on VirusBlast, please read our "VirusBlast Overview" below.
VirusBlast Overview
In the following sections, we investigate and explain the key malicious properties that are attributed to VirusBlast.
How VirusBlast infects your PC
VirusBlast may use one or more of these methods to infect your computer. VirusBlast is spyware that may take
control of your entire system. VirusBlast 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.
- VirusBlast recreates, repairs and updates itself. VirusBlast and other complex spyware
applications may recreate, repair and update themselves to evade deletion. When VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast manual removal
process very difficult.
VirusBlast Prevention Rules
Follow these VirusBlast prevention rules and protect your computer from VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast automatically.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for spyware detection. To remove VirusBlast
and other online threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Rule #3: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date.
New VirusBlast 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 VirusBlast from hijacking your PC.
VirusBlast 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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