Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr Removal Guide and Information
Do you know what Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr is?
DESCRIPTION
Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr is a Trojan infection message that promotes fake security programs. Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr is part of the infamous Zlob Trojan which is known for installing various rogue anti-spyware programs. This type of infection has the ability to damage your system if it is not removed. The Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr warning message was discovered to be associated with Smart Antivirus 2009 which is a fake anti-spyware program.
The Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr message reads:
“SmartAntivirus TrayMonotor
Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr deleted, This Trojan Allows attackers
To access your computer from remote locations, stealing
passwords, Internet banking and personal data. This process
is a security risk and should be removed from your system.”
Notice the misspellings? That is a common issue among fake warning messages that promote fake anti-spyware applications.
In non-techie terms: Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr Trojan infection message is displayed as a scare tactic from your system tray warning you of a Trojan infection while promoting the Smart Antivirus 2009 program. Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr is a real threat and should be treated just like the dangerous Zlob Trojan. You may be redirected to a website forcing you into purchasing Smart Antivirus 2009 which you should not do.
Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr Automatic Removal Instructions
This automatic removal method is for non-techie computer users. If you’re too lazy to learn about spyware removal or how to access sensitive files in your computer, then this is the method for you.
Before you start: Print or bookmark these instructions because you’ll have to reboot into Safe Mode. Also back up your computer in case you make a mistake.
- Download and save SmitFraudFix to your desktop.
- Restart your computer in Safe Mode (how to do safe mode). Once the
desktop appears, double click on the SmitfraudFix.exe on your desktop. - After the credits screen, you’ll see a menu. Select the option number 2, which is ‘Clean (safe mode recommended)’, and then
press Enter to delete infect files. - SmitFraudFix will begin cleaning your computer and take a series of cleanup processes. When the process is over, it will automatically begin the Disk Cleanup program.
- Once the Disk Cleanup program is complete, you will be prompted with the message ‘Registry cleaning - Do you want to clean the registry’. Answer Y (Yes) and hit Enter. Reboot your computer.
- SmitFraudFix will now check if wininet.dll is infected. SmitFraudFix will ask you whether to replace the infected file (if there’s any) ‘Replace infected
file?’ Answer by typing Y (Yes) and hit Enter. - Reboot your computer to complete the cleaning process.
- After reboot, a Notepad screen may appear containing a log of all the files
removed from your computer. If it doesn’t appear, a file will be created called
rapport.txt in the root of your drive, (Local Disk C:). - Restart your computer in Safe Mode (how to do safe mode).
- Go to C:\Windows\Temp, click Edit, click Select All, press DELETE, and then
click Yes to confirm that you want all the items to go to the Recycle Bin. - Go to C:\Documents and Settings\[LISTED USER]\Local Settings\Temp, click Edit, click Select All, press DELETE, and then click Yes to confirm that
you want all the items to go to the Recycle Bin. - Reboot your computer back to normal mode. Go to Windows Update and download all critical updates.
Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr Manual Removal Instructions
This manual removal method is for techie computer users. Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr manual removal may be difficult and time consuming to remove. There’s no guarantee that Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr will be removed completely. So read the Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr removal steps carefully and good luck.
Before you start: Close all programs and Internet browsers. Also back up your computer in case you make a mistake and your computer stops working.
- Uninstall Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr Program
Click on Start > Settings > Control Panel > Double-click on Add/Remove Programs. Search for and uninstall Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr if found. - To stop Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr processes (view process removal steps)
Go to Start > Run > type taskmgr. The click the Processes tab and you’ll see a list of running processes.
Search and stop these Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr processes:
Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr.exe
mwin32.exe
For each unwanted process, right-click on it and then select “End task”. - To remove Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr icons on your Desktop, drag and drop them to the Recycle Bin.
Right-click on the Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr folder and select Delete.
A message will appear saying ‘Are you sure you want to remove the folder Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr and move all its contents to the Recycle Bin?’, click Yes.
Another message will appear saying ‘Renaming, moving or deleting Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr could make some programs not work. Are you sure you want to do this?’, click Yes.
You’ve completed the Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr manual removal instructions!
I hope this article has helped you solve your Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr problems. If you want to contribute to this article, post your comment below.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes. By using this information you agree to be bound by the disclaimer. There’s no guarantee that Trojan.win32.ZlobDldr will be completely removed from your computer. Seek professional help if your computer continues to experience problems.
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