Monday, 17 June 2013

How to remove Searh.b1.org virus hijack

Search.b1.org malware or B1 search virus is another URL rerouting agent which is created to promote a so called search system. Just like other corrupt extension and toolbars, this program will be injected to a computer without system owner`s permission and even without his knowledge. After getting installed, it appears on Firefox or Chrome or Internet explorer as B1 search bar (which has already changes your homepage and DNS settings). Now the immediate thing happens is link redirection, this infection will make you unable to access many websites along with Google search, every time you try to open Google or when you are searching something, the virus will redirect you to http://search.b1.org or similar unwanted websites. They will present you information matching with the keywords of your query but all the links and information displayed is either fake or is a paid listing (spam). Along with this nasty trick, the B1 search malware will also track your interests, browsing history and your private information. To stop such uninvited intrruders, you are advised to completely uninstall B1.org search redirect virus. Common Symptoms of Searh.b1.org redirect infection:
This kind of malwares usually change your Homepage, Search provider, Desktop Background.
They can display bunch of unstoppable pop-ups advertisements.
Computer performs slower then usual, browser may crash over and over.
Strange websites are automatically opened on the computer after a frequent interval.
Disabled Folder options, Task manager, Registry editing tools.
Advertisements from stranger companies start to appear out of nowhere.
Unexpected browser behaviors such as URL/link redirects.
Unwanted and unknown Plugin/extension or add-ons attached with browser.
Useless shortcuts on desktop or creepy websites added to favorites/bookmarks without your knowledge.

How to uninstall Searh.b1.org redirect
Remove toolbars, plugins, extensions, add-ons
Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox users:
Go to TOOLS and then click MANAGE ADD-ON, From there, select Extensions, Toolbars and remove the Searh.b1.org redirect if found. Make sure Google is set as default search Provider.

















Google Chrome Users:
Click SETTINGS icon and select SETTINGS, then open Extensions, toolbar, search provider options, remove the Searh.b1.org redirect if listed there. Make sure Google is set as default search Provider.
Uninstall from Control Panel
Open CONTROL PANEL, then ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS or “Programs and Features”, now lookup for Searh.b1.org redirect and uninstall if it is listed.
How to delete Searh.b1.org redirect manually:
If the malware did not go away after uninstall procedure, try these steps. Please note, the manual removal method is a bit complex and it can go wrong if you perform its tasks incorrectly. It is advised to run an automatic virus removal software for safe and easy solutions. However, if you are good with Manual removal, do the steps below.
Possibly corrupt registry keys:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings “CertificateRevocation” = 0
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System “DisableTaskMgr” = 1
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system “DisableTaskMgr” = 1
Delete files:
Open then following folders or search for Searh.b1.org redirect in My Computer and delete if found files associated with this bug.
C:\program files
%AllUsersProfile%\Application Data\
%AllUsersProfile%\
Searh.b1.org virus removal tool
It is always good and safe to use an automatic software to detect and eliminate viruses and malwares. The programs below are best for removing malwares.

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