REMOVE SPYWARESTRIKE

This webpage was setup to help internet users remove SpywareStrike (or Spyware Strike) and its pop-up messages, adware programs and Trojans from their PCs.

SpywareStrike

SpywareStrike is a rogue anti-spyware program that infects PCs through a flaw in Windows using a Trojan horse. It stealth installs a program which displays pop-ups that have all the appearance of genuine system alert messages warning users about a "dangerous infection". The pop-ups are actually a deceptive advertisement designed to "nag" users until they download SpywareStrike. A downloader Trojan may also download SpywareStrike and other programs without the user's knowledge or consent. To stop the fake alert message pop-ups, the hidden program that's producing them needs to be removed along with any associated installer programs and downloader Trojans.

Example of SpywareStrike's fake alert message pop-up

How To Remove SpywareStrike

To remove SpywareStrike first try the Windows Add/Remove Programs utility as in some cases it's possible to remove the main application from there. Look for SpywareStrike and Spyware Strike in the list of installed programs and follow the prompts to remove it. Whether or not SpywareStrike can be removed via Add/Remove, you will still need to remove its Trojans and any other spyware or adware programs that may have been downloaded onto your PC. To do this we recommend using a reputable anti-spyware program such as XoftSpySE. XoftSpySE is designed to safely remove SpywareStrike along with its pop-ups and Trojan horses. It is safe to use and has a 100% service guarantee:

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Please Note: To permanently remove SpywareStrike it's important to clear your system of any hidden installer programs and downloader trojans that may be able restore it or download other rogue programs:

1. Scan your system with XoftSpySE and remove all the infections it finds.
2. Reboot your PC.
3. Immediately scan your system a second time with XoftSpySE removing any remaining infections.

Technical Support

P.S. Microsoft has released a security update to fix the Windows Meta File vulnerability that's allowing downloader trojans to easily infect PCs. If your PC does not have Automatic Updates then visit the Microsoft website and download the latest security updates. This will protect your PC against future infections but will not remove existing infections.