How to Remove Desktop.ini Virus Effectively?

Desktop.ini Virus has come back! Recently, many users complain that they are infected by Desktop.ini Virus and their computers get into a jam. If you suffer similar situation, please read the article, it is helpful for you.

What is Desktop.ini Virus?

Desktop.ini Virus is a malware published two years ago, hidden in the target computer. It has made it possible to attack all versions of Windows such as Window Xp, Window 7, Window 8, and Window Vista. Desktop.ini Virus should have been used to optimize the folders and system files, it would revise files’ name randomly so that users cannot find them, which is very inconvenient and disturbs their regular lives. Moreover, Desktop.ini Virus pretends itself to a safe name and delivers its subfiles to associated folders. You cannot delete it completely unless you remove all the subfiles.



If you want to remove this virus from your system, you need to know the location of the certain files. But it is difficult for users to find them out as this virus often related with other Trojan horse viruses such as Trojan.0access, Trojan:DOS/Alureon.M, and Win64:ZAcces-E that are adept in escaping from the antivirus scan. Desktop.ini Virus is hazardous because it can hold backdoors for hackers and record your online trace, which is a huge risk for your personal details.

What risks does Desktop.ini Virus have?

• This virus may exist with additional spyware, or Trojan horse viruses

• It may be controlled by a hacker.

• This virus violates your privacy and compromises your security

• This virus slows down your computer performance

• This virus may allow intruders to modify your system

How to remove Desktop.ini Virus manually?

When your PC is infected, you can remove the virus by yourself. It is noteworthy that you should delete infected files and registry entries, otherwise, the virus will recover or you may damage your computer by some mistakes. The process requires you have enough computer knowledge and skills.

Step 1: restart your computer in safe mode with networking.
For Windows 7/Vista/Xp, press F8 repeatedly before the Windows 7/Vista/Xp splash screen appears. When Advanced Boot Options screen shows up, select safe mode with Networking and press ‘Enter’ to proceed.

Step 2: delete files created by Desktop.ini Virus
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Firstly, you should change the Folder Options settings to find hidden and protected files because Desktop.ini Virus may create its files in hidden folders. Now you could click ‘start’ button, go to Control Panel and then access into Appearance and Personalization and click Folder Options.

Next, under Advanced settings contained in View box, click Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then press OK.

Step 3: delete the registry entries created by Desktop.ini Virus.
Input ‘regedit’ in search box, and press Enter.

Next, click on Yes when you are prompted by UAC.

When Windows registry editor opens, search for the infected registry entries and delete them.

Sterp 4: restart your computer in normal mode.

How to remove Desktop.ini Virus with SpyHunter?

 

Operating manually, I have to say honestly, exists risk of damaging computer or getting rid of virus incompletely. In my opinion, using a reputable and reliable antivirus is optimal and convenient choice.
SpyHunter is a famous antivirus around the world. Now I help you how to use it.
Step 1: Please click this download icon below to install SpyHunter.

Step 2: Now, I will help you install SpyHunter step by step.
After you finish downloading, perform the file and click ‘Run’ icon.

Then accept the license agreement and click on ‘Next’.

Next, the setup process will perform automatically until it finishes.

Finally, you should start the antivirus and scan your computer completely.

If you find threats below, delete them.

In addition to use SpyHunter, you could select Recgure Pro, which is an advanced registry clear pro. Recgure Pro can optimize your RAM and clear useless registry entries in order to ensure your computer in a safe situation.

Step 1: click the hyperlink below to down load Recgure Pro.

Step 2: install the Recgure Pro.
After you finish down loading, click ‘Run’ button, press ‘Next’ button and accept agreement. Next, the installation will perform automatically.

When you accomplish installation, run scan with the software and delete the threats listed.

Warm tips: 

I will give you more information about the Desktop.ini Virus which is helpful to delete the malware manually.

Associated Desktop.ini Virus Files:

PROGRAMFILES%\Garss.exe
%WINDIR%\SYSTEM32\superec.io.sys
%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Storm\update\%SESSIONNAME%\mgedi.cc3

File Location Notes:

%Windir% refers to the Windows installation folder. By default, this is C:\Windows for Windows 95/98/ME/XP/Vista/7/8 or C:\Winnt for Windows NT/2000.

%Temp% refers to the Windows Temp folder. By default, this is C:\Windows\Temp for Windows 95/98/ME, C:\DOCUMENTS AND SETTINGS\\LOCAL SETTINGS\Temp for Windows 2000/XP, and C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Temp in Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8.

%MyDocuments% refers to the Documents folder for your user profile. By default, this is C:\Documents and Settings\\My Documents\ in Windows 2000/XP. For Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8 it is C:\Users\\Documents\.

Associated Desktop.ini Virus Windows Registry Information:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\DISPLAYNAME = Human Interface Device Access
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\ERRORCONTROL = 1
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\FAILUREACTIONS = [binary data]
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\IMAGEPATH = %SystemRoot%\SYSTEM32\svchost.exe -k netsvcs
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\OBJECTNAME = LocalSystem
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\START = 4
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\FSQJGWRSYX\TYPE = 32

If you cannot resolve the problem yet, leave a message to me or download the SpyHunter and Recgure Pro, which can help you as soon as possible.