Winstall.exe / SpySheriff - fake Anti-Spyware [Windows XP]

Winstall.exe is a process that belongs Program SpySheriff malware. This is an fake anti-spyware that some non-experienced users install it on systems with or without intention. Installed version is a version of "free", which inevitably (and invariably) will find that the systems "host" are infected with some malware, thus often managing to fool those users to pay to purchase the full version SpySheriff site, promising this will help get rid of alleged infection.

After installation, displays a message similar SpySheriff Windows XP Security Center plus a customized warning so as to be identical to those displayed in the security bar Internet ExplorerSite. It also opens a warning balloon Windows Security fals will draw attention to the alleged infection.

How can we get rid of winstall.exe / Spysheriff

To remove winstall.exe / SpySheriff from the system you need help SmitFraudFix (An application specially designed to remove fake antispyware programs, these being often difficult or impossible to remove using an ordinary anti-spyware or antivirus applications, because rich content in malware - trojans, adware, spyware etc.). Before you start cleaning your system note the following instructions, given that the process must be carried out in Safe Mode.

After booting the system in Safe Mode, double click on SmitFraudFix (the application will be saved on Desktop before restarting). After the credits screen (press any key to continue) a menu with more options. To select Clean, Press 2 key then let Enter. Application starts to scan and clean infected files in the system. When the process is done, it will automatically open Disk Cleanup. It will delete temporary files (Temp & Temporary Internet Files), as well as any other file that the infection can leave behind. After what Disk Cleanup will finish, you will be asked if you want to clean as well Registry the corrupted files. Click Yes.

After cleaning the registry will appear a red screen which will announce the restart of the system (lasts 15 seconds. DO NOT STOP the system, let it restart itself!). After the restart, a will be displayed on the monitor log (.txt) with the list of all files deleted by SmitFraudFix. You can study - or not - the respective logo (optional: P). In any case, winstall.exe / SpySheriff won't bother you anymore. ;)

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