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ACXInstall Removal Instructions and Information



What is ACXInstall?

ACXInstall is a malicious ActiveX control that silently gets into the computer while visiting some insecure web sites. It downloads from the Internet and installs arbitrary software without asking for user permission. ACXInstall usually drops dialers that connect a compromised PC to the Internet through premium rate phone numbers. These dialers provide access to mostly pornographic web resources.

ACXInstall Manual Removal Instructions

Delete this registry entry
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{a4a435cf-3583-11d4-91bd-0048546a1450}
Remove the following files
File: Downloaded Program Files\httpload.dll
File: Downloaded Program Files\httpload.inf

ACXInstall Overview

In the following sections, we investigate and explain the key malicious properties that are attributed to ACXInstall.

How ACXInstall infects your PC

ACXInstall may use one or more of these methods to infect your computer. ACXInstall is spyware that may take control of your entire system. ACXInstall may infect your computer...

  • Through unexpected email attachments. One of the most popular ways of becoming infected with spyware is by opening an attachment sent via e-mail. You should never open unexpected email attachments. Confirm with the sender first that they did in fact send the email.

  • Through browser security loopholes while you're surfing the Web. Some spyware can even bypass firewalls by disguising itself as part of legitimate software.

  • Through instant messenger programs. If you're not secured by a good firewall, spyware can attach itself when you're sharing files with your instant messenger.

  • ACXInstall may come bundled with other Malware. Very often, many programs such as ACXInstall come bundled with freeware programs, additional spyware programs, or may install additional spyware through the same malicious program it was installed through.

  • ACXInstall recreates, repairs and updates itself. ACXInstall and other complex spyware applications may recreate, repair and update themselves to evade deletion. When ACXInstall alters, restores and updates its files, DLLs, registry keys and process, a spyware scanner may only remove part of the program allowing the other remaining files to execute procedures to repair and update. In these cases, it can make the ACXInstall manual removal process very difficult.

ACXInstall Prevention Rules

Follow these ACXInstall prevention rules and protect your computer from ACXInstall and other spyware:

Rule #1: Ensure that your Windows Security is up-to-date.

Every week Microsoft provides their new updates that can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website. To get Microsoft Update, you should do the following steps:

  1. Go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates,

  2. Select "ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list,

  3. Open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet,

  4. Press "Default Level" and then OK,

  5. Press "Custom Level."

Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software.

A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current ACXInstall as well as other forms of spyware can be the answer to all your security issues. Listed below is an anti-spyware program that can effectively reverse the damage of your computer and detect ACXInstall automatically.

Rule #3: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date.

New ACXInstall files can be created every day, thus it is very important to ensure that your anti-spyware program is up-to-date. Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click of a button so you can get new spyware definitions immediately. Often, good anti-spyware software will open an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.

Rule #4: Install and keep your firewall turned on.

A firewall is vital for a complete protection of your PC. Ensure that your firewall is always turned on. A firewall can stop unwanted software like ACXInstall from hijacking your PC.



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