Zlob.MediaCodec

Zlob.MediaCodec Description

Zlob.MediaCodec is a variant of the Zlob.Trojan malware. Zlob.MediaCodec is malicious and extremely dangerous. Zlob.MediaCodec installs itself secretly through deceptive mechanisms, such as browser security exploits, and opens up a backdoor security hole, allowing remote attackers to control your computer, execute programs, download additional malware, and steal personal data and credit card information. Zlob.MediaCodec may also install rogue anti-spyware programs and deliver excessive numbers of pop-up advertisements.

How can I get rid of Zlob.MediaCodec?

The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall Zlob.MediaCodec by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden Zlob.MediaCodec files, it's possible that Zlob.MediaCodec will reappear after reboot. Follow the Zlob.MediaCodec detection and removal methods below.

Zlob.MediaCodec Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of Zlob.MediaCodec manual removal instructions and Zlob.MediaCodec components listed to help you remove SpyCrush from your PC. Backup Reminder: Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.

Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We recommend that you use spyware detection tool to check for Zlob.MediaCodec.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Zlob.MediaCodec Path

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Zlob.MediaCodec" file name(s).
3. To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
4. When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "Zlob.MediaCodec", highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because you'll need the file path to delete Zlob.MediaCodec in the following manual removal steps.

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Zlob.MediaCodec Processes

1. To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
2. Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "Zlob.MediaCodec" process by name.
3. Select the "Zlob.MediaCodec" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "Zlob.MediaCodec" processes files:
5. tvcodec1000[1].exe media_codec_2006_setup[1].exe moviecodec1000[1].exe dvdaccess1000[1].exe axmsetup.954[1].exe mediaobjsetup.1421[1].exe codec.456[1].exe strcodec.456[1].exe dvdcodec1000[1].exe mediacodec-4.207[1].exe softcodec.6[1].exe mmcodec.107[1].exe playercodec1000[1].exe l11[1].exe mediacodec-v4.107[1].exe mediacodec-v4.107.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Zlob.MediaCodec Registry Values

1. To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
2. Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
3. To delete "Zlob.MediaCodec" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "Zlob.MediaCodec" registry entries:
5. AdultAccess Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\SharedTaskScheduler\b166be07-30a4-4d38-b781-44528a630706 VSEnchancer.Chl AVZipEnchancer.Chl b166be07-30a4-4d38-b781-44528a630706 479fd0cf-5be9-4c63-8cda-b6d371c67bd5 SOFTWARE\MICROSOFT\WINDOWS\CURRENTVERSION\POLICIES\EXPLORER\RUN\isamonitor.exe Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Toolbar\WebBrowser\479FD0CF-5BE9-4C63-8CDA-B6D371C67BD5 Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Toolbar\479fd0cf-5be9-4c63-8cda-b6d371c67bd5 Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\ecodec.exe Media-Codec.Chl EMediaCodec.Chl
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Zlob.MediaCodec DLL Files

1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
2. Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the Zlob.MediaCodec DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Zlob.MediaCodec DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "Zlob.MediaCodec" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Zlob.MediaCodec.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "Zlob.MediaCodec" DLL files:
5. gqagksr.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other Zlob.MediaCodec Files

1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
2. Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
3. To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
4. Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
5. To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
6. To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
7. Select the "Zlob.MediaCodec" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "Zlob.MediaCodec" processes files:
9. tvcodec1000[1].exe media_codec_2006_setup[1].exe moviecodec1000[1].exe dvdaccess1000[1].exe axmsetup.954[1].exe mediaobjsetup.1421[1].exe codec.456[1].exe strcodec.456[1].exe dvdcodec1000[1].exe mediacodec-4.207[1].exe softcodec.6[1].exe mmcodec.107[1].exe playercodec1000[1].exe gqagksr.dll l11[1].exe mediacodec-v4.107[1].exe mediacodec-v4.107.exe
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