File Recovery
Most computer users consider a program called File Recovery as a virus. It penetrates a computer and installs itself without asking for permission. Then it repeatedly prompts for activation that will cost user to pay for it.
File Recovery virus is another fake computer utility program that provides misleading acts once installed. This bogus system repair software pretends to scan the system with boot sector, invalid registries and system block error. It also detects memory corruption, RAM failures and many more troubles inside the computer. Author of this program aims to mislead victim of possible total malfunction if these errors are not corrected at once. This is why, a recommendation to purchase File Recovery program is built-in to each pop-up alerts, warnings, and scan results.
Aside from posting bunch of fake warnings, it is also annoying when this malware redirects Internet browser to a fake page, stating malfunction in the PC. Again, it recommends fixing this error through the purchase of File Recovery registration key. Keep in mind that activating fake programs is worthless. They are not meant to help you get rid of problems and computer issues. Fake software such as File Recovery is created to profit its developers via online fraud. Paying for this rogue product means giving your money to these online crooks without a chance of refund after your discover that you were scammed.
Therefore, the best way to stay away from this online fraud is by avoiding malware in the first place. It is easy. Just keep out from visiting unknown web site and be cautious when clicking on links from your social networking accounts. Also, scan all email attachment before opening them. Moreover, refrain from downloading cracked programs and key generators. They are the main source of malware and browser hijacker infections these days. By doing these, rests assure your PC is safe from File Recovery virus.
Screenshot Image of File Recovery Virus:
Technical Details and Additional Information:
Damage Level: Medium
Systems Affected: Windows 9x, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Malware Behavior
File Recovery virus hides certain files such as shortcuts and desktop icons. It moves these files on a deep folder. The result, user thinks that all files and programs are deleted, but it is not. They are hidden. It will also not give you the liberty to uninstall File Recovery. If you attempt, it will display the following message in the middle of the process.
File Modification Error
Error: 0×500000002
Local Disc :\ is not accessible. Make sure the hard drive is installed and connected correctly.
How to Remove File Recovery
Step 1 : Activating File Recovery
The malware will block running of any programs. It also prevents access to Internet particularly anti-virus web sites. Execution of Windows tools like Task Manager, Registry Editor and Control Panel is similarly block by the rogue program. Activating the program using the registration key below will regain access to the mentioned services.
Once activated, downloading of necessary program to scan and remove File Recovery is now possible. Use the registration code below. If it prompts for email address, you can input any email address.
Activation Code: 56723489134092874867245789235982Step 2 : Scan the computer with recommended removal tool
1. First thing you should do is reboot the computer in Safe Mode with Networking to avoid File Recovery from loading at start-up.
NOTE: You will need to PRINT or BOOKMARK this procedure, as we have to restart the computer during the removal process.
To start Windows in Safe Mode with Networking, please do the following:
a. Remove all media such as floppy drive, cd, dvd, and USB devices. Then, restart the computer.
b. Before Windows begins to load, press F8 on your keyboard.
c. It will display the Advanced Boot Options menu. Select Safe Mode with Networking.
d. Windows will now start in Safe Mode and at the same time will load necessary drivers so that you can access the Internet.
2. Download the Removal Tool and save it on your Desktop or any location on your PC.
3. When finished downloading, locate and double-click on the file to install the application. Windows' User Account Control will prompt at this point, please click Yes to continue installing the program.
4. Follow the prompts and install with default configuration.
5. Before the installation completes, check prompts that software will run and update on itself.
6. Click Finish. Program will run automatically and you will be prompted to update the program before doing a scan. Please download needed update.
7. When finished updating, the tool will run. Select Perform full scan on main screen to check your computer thoroughly.
8. Scanning may take a while. When done, click on Show Results.
9. Make sure that all detected threats are checked, click on Remove Selected. This will delete all files and registry entries that belongs to File Recovery.
10. Finally, restart your computer.
Note: If File Recovery prevents mbam-setup.exe from downloading. Download the software from another computer. Renaming it to something like 'anything.exe' can help elude the malware.
Step 3 : Ensure that no more files of File Recovery are left inside the computer
1. Click on the button below to download Norton Power Eraser from official web site. Save it to your desktop or any location of your choice.
4. Once the file is downloaded, navigate its location and double-click on the icon (NPE.exe) to launch the program.
5. Norton Power Eraser will run. If it prompts for End User License Agreement, please click on Accept.
6. On NPE main window, click on Advanced. We will attempt to remove File Recovery components without restarting the computer.
9. On next window, select System Scan and click on Scan now to perform standard scan on your computer.
10. NPE will proceed with the scan. It will search for Trojans, viruses, and malware like File Recovery. This may take some time, depending on the number of files currently stored on the computer.
11. When scan is complete. All detected risks are listed. Remove them and restart Windows if necessary.
Step 4 : Remove the Rootkit Trojan that installs File Recovery
Rootkit Remover is a stand-alone utility developed by McAfee. It can be used to detect and remove rootkit Trojan that is associated with File Recovery. This tool can detect rootkit that is part of ZeroAccess and TDSS family.
1. Download Rootkit Remover and save it to your desktop or any accessible location. Click the button below to begin download the tool.
2. Locate the file rootkitremover.exe and double-click to run the program.
3. When User Account Control prompts if you want to allow the program to make changes on the computer, please click Yes.
4. Rootkit Remover instantly scans the computer and look for presence of Trojans, viruses, and rootkit that is related to File Recovery .
5. Once it finishes scanning the computer, the tool will require you to restart Windows.
Alternative Removal Procedures for File Recovery
Option 1 : Use Windows System Restore to return Windows to previous state
During an infection, File Recovery drops various files and registry entries. The threat intentionally hides system files by setting options in the registry. With these rigid changes, the best solution is to return Windows to previous working state is through System Restore.
To verify if System Restore is active on your computer, you can type system restore into the Start menu search box. Typing rstrui on the same box and pressing Enter also opens this function.
If previous restore point is saved, you may proceed with Windows System Restore. Click here to see the full procedure.
Option 2 : File Recovery manual uninstall guide
IMPORTANT! Manual removal of File Recovery requires technical skills. Deleting system files and registry entries by mistake may result to total disability of Windows system. We advise you to perform a backup of registry before proceeding with this guide.
1. Kill any running process that belongs to File Recovery.
- Press Ctrl+Alt+Del on your keyboard.
- When Windows Task Manager appears, look for File Recovery files (refer to Technical Reference) and click End Process.
2. Delete all registry entries that belong to this malware.
- Press [Windows Key]+R on your keyboard.
- In the 'Open' dialog box, type regedit and press Enter. This will open registry editor.
- Find and delete registry entries as mentioned in Technical Reference section.
- Close registry editor. Changes made will be saved automatically.
3. Scan the computer with antivirus program.
- Connect to Internet and open your antivirus software. Please update to obtain the latest database and necessary files.
- Restart the computer in Safe Mode.
- Just before Windows logo begins to load press F8 on your keyboard.
- On Windows Advanced Boot Options, select Safe Mode and press Enter.
- Thoroughly scan the computer with your updated antivirus software.
4. Delete all files dropped by File Recovery.
- While still in Safe Mode, search and delete malicious files. Please refer to 'Technical Reference'. Make sure that you execute 'End Task' first before deleting the file. Otherwise, the system will not let you perform this action.
Technical Reference
Associated Files and Folders:Added Registry Entries:Troubleshooting Guides
Did File Recovery blocks your Internet access?
It is usual that rogue program prevents user from downloading removal tools from the Internet. Thus, infected computer may be denied to access the Internet by making changes to computer's proxy, DNS, and Hosts file. To fix Internet connection problem, follow these steps:
1. Download the free program called MiniToolBox. Click the button below to begin. Save the file on your hard drive or preferably in your Desktop.
2. Close all running Internet browser and double-click on the file to run. It opens a window showing a list of features.
3. Make sure that you have a check mark on the following items : Flush DNS, Reset IE Proxy Settings, and Reset FF Proxy Settings.
4. Click on the GO button to start the process. The program automatically closes and displays a text file for your reference.
5. If the above solution does not work, you may try other method like fixing a virus-blocked Internet access. Also, make sure that your hosts file is free from any malicious entries. View steps in cleaning Windows host file.
steven
Jul 19, 2012 @ 09:53:16
This guide saves me from trouble. It infects a PC borrowed from my friend. Good thing I was able to clean before returning it. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Not too much tool used. And best thing, all software are provided free. Thanks a million guys.