Anyone know how to remove wmcodec_update.exe from computer?

Question

Its being a hassle and i cant remove it.. anyone have step procedures for removal? besides "do a virus/spyware scan" ive done all the basics

thanks!

Answer 1

Use Avenger to remove stubborn files locked by the operating system.  Avenger deletes files right before anything is loaded by Windows.  I would also suggest using HijackThis (rename the executable) and post the log file for analysis.  

Answer 2

SmitFraud Removal

This tool will remove Desktop hijacking malware. Firstly, download the removal tool from here:

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How to use:

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RogueRemover:

http://www.download.com/RogueRemover/300...

Download, install, update, scan and follow on screen prompts.

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Removes Antivirus:

http://www.download.com/Malwarebytes-Ant...

Download, install, update and select Full Scan.

Remove all infections that it finds after scan.

Spybot S&D:

http://www.safer-networking.org/en/downl...

Download, install, update and Immunize, then click 'Check for problems' then when complete select all and then 'Fix Checked'

VundoFix:

http://www.symantec.com/content/en/us/gl...

Disconnect your computer from the internet

Run vundo

Restart your computer

Run the tool again to ensure no traces are left.

If there are the reboot into Safe Mode and run FixVundo again.

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/detai...

64bit Version:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/detai...

Trojan and Worm Remover:

http://www.simplysup.com/tremover/downlo...

The program will work for a full 30 days, after which it will expire.

More details:

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