How to remove Win64/ZAccess.GH virus that detected by AVG anti-virus software? My virus removal tool just picked up this virus but couldn’t clean it out, what to do? It is bundled with Win64/ZAccess.FO. How do I successfully get rid of them?

Trojan Horse Win64/ZAccess.GH Description

The Win64/ZAccess.GH virus is a Trojan that once in the computer can take over control of the Windows directory without the computer owner authorizing access. This virus has the ability to damage several very important files, leading to a system crash. It can also slow down the performance of the computer while it steals the personal information stored on the computer.

Online chat logs can be downloaded and the hacker can also access email accounts and then send mass spam messages to all of the contacts in that email account. The Win64/ZAccess.GH virus is known to send out millions of commercial email spam as well as porn spam. These email messages can then spread the threat to other computers owned by individuals that were in the contact list of the hacked computer. The ZAccess.GH virus can also exploit the computer’s system and make it vulnerable to other dangerous viruses.

This malware needs to be removed as soon as possible to regain control of the system and the data security.  It is extremely difficult to remove this computer virus because it keeps changing its name within the computer files it corrupts. The Win64/ZAccess.GH virus will keep dodging security tools and virus scans since the file name will constantly change. It is because of this that it is recommended that the Win64/Patched.A virus be removed manually. Doing it manually will ensure that the correct files are deleted and removed from the computer system.

What is the best way to get rid of this Trojan infection since antivirus programs have failed to remove it? Manual removal is suggested here as it is a guaranteed complete removal. Contact YooSecurity Online PC Expert to get further help in removing Win64/ZAccess.GH Trojan infection.

Steps on How to Get Rid of ZAccess.GH Trojan Virus

Many people wonder why their antivirus programs do no remove this virus, and that is because the Win64/ZAccess.GH virus constantly changes its file name and location while attempting to avoid being detected. Even though the newer antivirus programs are successful in removing many common computer viruses, the virus remains difficult to be removed completely by software.

Because this virus changes its name and hides files in several different folders it requires a great deal of knowledge to manually remove it. Removing Win64/ZAccess.GH virus requires a great deal of knowledge on how to use the Task Manager, and removing only the registry entries made by the virus. There is also going to be many hidden files that the virus places on the system and it will require a lot of detailed searching to locate them all. In order to fully remove the Win64/ZAccess.GH virus all of the files will need to be deleted.

Step 1: Open Windows Task Manager to end processed related to [ZAccess.GH]. To do that, press Ctrl+Alt+Del keys at the same time or right click on bottom Task Bar and select Start Task Manager.
taskmanager

Step 2: Show hidden files. Go to Folder Options from Control Panel. Under View tab, select Show hidden files and folders and non-select Hide protected operating system files (Recommended) then click OK.
FolderOptions

Step 3: Go to Registry Editor. First press Windows+R keys and then type regedit in Run box to search for Win64/ZAccess.GH. Delete all the following or those related to the following files and registry entries:
Run+regedit

%Windows%\system32\[random].exe
%AllUsersProfile%\Application Data\.dll
C:\windows\system32\services.exe\””
C:\Windows\winsxs\amd64_microsoft-windows-none_256dioah0820ee6dadji782\””
HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunRegedit
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System “DisableRegedit”
HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings\{rnd}=disable
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\Random.exe

Video on How to Modify or Change Windows Registry

Conclusion

Up to now, you can completely get rid of Win64/ZAccess.GH virus from your computer. Since this virus is so good at changing its name and the location of the files it makes it past many of the virus scan tools and does major damage to the computer. Not only will it slow the system down and potentially crash it, but accessing personal information can be the real problem here. If a computer crashes and requires a repair that is one thing, but imagine losing your personal information and financial information to a hacker that will then sell this information on the black market. There is no telling what these criminals will do with your information.

It can be removed, but it requires a very detailed approach and understanding of the virus’s characteristics to ensure that all parts of it are removed. Since it will go undetected by most virus scan programs the manual removal of the Win64/ZAccess.GH virus is the most effective means of eliminating it from harming a computer.

Note: Still having the same problem after every reboot? Win64/ZAccess.GH virus just won’t get off your computer? Contact Online PC Expert if you have failed to remove this stubborn Trojan infection and get help from professionals online.

Published by Tony Shepherd & last updated on February 15, 2013 10:26 am

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