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Uninstall VirusGuardPlus
VirusGuardPlus Description and Removal Instructions
VirusGuardPlus, also known as Virus Guard Plus, is a rogue anti-spyware program related to VirtualPCGuard. VirusGuardPlus may be installed in your computer through fake popups found on malicious websites. These popups will inform you about supposed spyware infections found in your computer system. Once you click on the "Yes" or "No" buttons to scan your computer, you'll be redirected to VirusGuardPlus's website (VirusGuardPlus.com) where you'll be tricked into thinking your computer is receiving an online system scan. After the scan is finished, VirusGuardPlus may display a list of spyware as a result. You will then be urged to purchase VirusGuardPlus's licensed program to get rid of the imaginary threats.
VirusGuardPlus has been created to scare you and make you believe you're infected with spyware, when the only threat in your system is probably VirusGuardPlus itself. If you have innocently downloaded VirusGuardPlus we suggest you get rid of it immediately. VirusGuardPlus will continue to scan your computer and display erroneous scan resuklts unless you remove it. VirusGuardPlus may launch on every Windows startup.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
Please note: This website is NOT associated or affiliated in any way
with VirusGuardPlus or its creators. The content provided in this article should NOT be construed as an endorsement, a recommendation or an advertisement for VirusGuardPlus.
The goal of this article is to assist computer users on the detection and removal of VirusGuardPlus. This article is provided on an "as is" basis and to be used for informational purposes only. |
Why Should I Remove VirusGuardPlus?
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 VirusGuardPlus and other spyware on your machine.
In order to detect VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus removal stage with SpyHunter, you must first purchase the full version of SpyHunter or you
can manually remove VirusGuardPlus by moving on to the "Remove VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus, the Spyware Helpdesk will generate a custom fix, transmit
it to your SpyHunter removal tool and completely remove VirusGuardPlus from your PC.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
- Run a full system scan to detect VirusGuardPlus files.
- Once you've detected VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove VirusGuardPlus
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Remove VirusGuardPlus Manually
Tip:
If you are not an expert in this field, we highly
recommend you use SpyHunter to scan your PC for VirusGuardPlus. You'll run
the risk of damaging your computer if you make a mistake
during the manual removal process.
Stop the following VirusGuardPlus processes:
c:\Program Files\Common Files\VirusGuardPlus\ugac.exe
c:\Program Files\Common Files\VirusGuardPlus\bm.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Activate.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\unins000.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\pgs.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\ptask.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\reload.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\gup.exe
Remove the following
VirusGuardPlus registry keys:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\VirusGuardPlus
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Opera Software
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\AppID\{EA7522F6-87CF-411e-8A55-19EE4344B676}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\AppID\pblock.DLL
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{3EFAA428-272F-11D2-836F-0000F87A7782}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{2933BF96-7B36-11D2-B20E-00C04F983E60}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{2B8DE2FE-8D2D-11d1-B2FC-00C04FD915A9}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{3EFAA429-272F-11D2-836F-0000F87A7782}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Interface\{C90352F7-643C-4FBC-BB23-E996EB2D51FD}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{079AA557-4A18-424A-8EEE-E39F0A8D41B9}\TypeLib
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{3124C396-FB13-4836-A6AD-1317F1713688}\TypeLib
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{3D813DFE-6C91-4A4E-8F41-04346A841D9C}\TypeLib
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{3E784A01-F3AE-4DC0-9354-9526B9370EBA}\TypeLib
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{4DD441AD-526D-4A77-9F1B-9841ED802FB0}\TypeLib
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{5C3F6257-3E00-45c2-88D5-CB0F3A17BF0E}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{6F87F145-DC2D-4766-AF03-3A3B96FFAD98}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\SBIEBHO.IEFW
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\SBIEBHO.IEFW.2
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\PopupBlocker.IEGPB
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\PopupBlocker.IEGPB.1
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Ext\Stats\{5C3F6257-3E00-45C2-88D5-CB0F3A17BF0E}
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Ext\Stats\{6F87F145-DC2D-4766-AF03-3A3B96FFAD98}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\TypeLib\{D761645B-6B20-4698-AEE8-729981152A82}
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\TypeLib\{EA7522F6-87CF-411E-8A55-19EE4344B676}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Browser Helper Objects\{6F87F145-DC2D-4766-AF03-3A3B96FFAD98}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Browser Helper Objects\{5C3F6257-3E00-45C2-88D5-CB0F3A17BF0E}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\UAVUN_is1
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\VirusGuardPlus
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Products
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\ugac
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Services\dhlp
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\dhlp
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\msxml3.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\atl71.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\mfc71.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\msvcp71.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\msxml3a.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\msxml3r.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SharedDlls "C:\WINDOWS\system32\capicom.dll"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "BMN"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "ugac"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run "VirusGuardPlus"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce "overinstall"
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\5.0\User Agent\Post Platform "UGA6P11 2.2.366.12" VirusGuardPlus
Unregister the following VirusGuardPlus DLL files:
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\dhlp.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\sqlite3.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\scnkrnl.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\unamscan.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANEMUL.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANFUNC.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\BORLNDMM.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANADWR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANSCR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANTOOL.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANTROJ.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANBCDR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANDLDR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANDOS1.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANKRNL.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANMCR1.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANOTHR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPACKS.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPACKS2.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPEPACK.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANWIN1.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNACPU.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNADBX.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNMIME.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPACK.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27601.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27602.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27603.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27604.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UADAILY.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Tools\pblock.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Tools\sbiebho.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\mfc71.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\atl71.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\capicom.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\msvcp71.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\msxml3a.dll
Locate and delete the following VirusGuardPlus
files:
d:\VirusGuardPlus
d:\VirusGuardPlus\AVQuar
c:\VirusGuardPlus
c:\VirusGuardPlus\AVQuar
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus
c:\Program Files\Common Files\VirusGuardPlus
c:\Program Files\Common Files\VirusGuardPlus\ugac.exe
c:\Program Files\Common Files\VirusGuardPlus\bm.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Activate.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\unins000.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\al.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\dhlp.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\main.log
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\FWSettings.bin
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\history.db
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\sqlite3.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\pgs.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\ptask.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\reload.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\ResErrors.log
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\scnkrnl.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\settings.ini
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\unins000.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Config
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Config\pgs.xml
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\PGBase
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\unamscan.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANEMUL.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANFUNC.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\BORLNDMM.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANADWR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANSCR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANTOOL.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANTROJ.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANBCDR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANDLDR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANDOS1.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANKRNL.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANMCR1.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANOTHR.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPACKS.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPACKS2.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPEPACK.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\SCANWIN1.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNACPU.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNADBX.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNMIME.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UNPACK.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\vbpv.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27601.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27602.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27603.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UA27604.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\plugins\UpDate\UADAILY.DLL
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\AWBase
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\AWBase\vbpv.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\AWBase\database
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\AWBase\database\enemies.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Engines\PGBase\vbpv.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\BkSites.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\Activate.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\bnlink.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\cd.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\incmp.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\index.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Dat\pv.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\cross.gif
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\ga6p.gif
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\kb.url
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\main.ico
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\mini.ico
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\PGupdater.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\Online.url
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\support.ico
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\Support.url
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Graphics\uninstall.ico
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\LA
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\LA\lapv.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\LA\License.rtf
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Tools
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Tools\pblock.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Tools\sbiebho.dll
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\ASupdater.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\gup.exe
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\UBupdater.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\up.dat
c:\Program Files\VirusGuardPlus\Up\updater.dat
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Desktop\VirusGuardPlus.lnk
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\VirusGuardPlus
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\VirusGuardPlus\Uninstall VirusGuardPlus.lnk
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\VirusGuardPlus\Contact Customer Support.lnk
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\VirusGuardPlus\VirusGuardPlus.lnk
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\SalesMon
c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\SalesMon\Data
%UserProfile%\Application Data\VirusGuardPlus
%UserProfile%\Application Data\VirusGuardPlus\Logs
%UserProfile%\Application Data\VirusGuardPlus\Logs\threats.log
c:\WINDOWS\system32\mfc71.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\atl71.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\capicom.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\msvcp71.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\msxml3a.dll
c:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\dhlp.sys VirusGuardPlus.lnk Uninstall VirusGuardPlus.lnk
VirusGuardPlus Advice
VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus as well as spyware,
adware, trojan and malware in your PC.
VirusGuardPlus Automatic Detection
To automatically search for VirusGuardPlus...
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for detection. To remove VirusGuardPlus
and other threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
For more details on VirusGuardPlus, please read our "VirusGuardPlus Overview" below.
VirusGuardPlus Overview
In the following sections, we investigate and explain the key malicious properties that are attributed to VirusGuardPlus.
How VirusGuardPlus infects your PC
VirusGuardPlus may use one or more of these methods to infect your computer. VirusGuardPlus is spyware that may take
control of your entire system. VirusGuardPlus 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.
- VirusGuardPlus recreates, repairs and updates itself. VirusGuardPlus and other complex spyware
applications may recreate, repair and update themselves to evade deletion. When VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus manual removal
process very difficult.
VirusGuardPlus Prevention Rules
Follow these VirusGuardPlus prevention rules and protect your computer from VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus automatically.
Download SpyHunter Scanner.
** SpyHunter scanner version is ONLY for spyware detection. To remove VirusGuardPlus
and other online threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's removal tool.
Rule #3: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date.
New VirusGuardPlus 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 VirusGuardPlus from hijacking your PC.
VirusGuardPlus 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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