Manually Remove Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan Step by Step, Removal Help

Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan is a computer threat that could be detected by some antivirus software applications such as Avira, Eset Smart Security, ESET, MSE, etc. It has been classified as an invasive multiple component Trojan infection, which has the capability to carry out a variety of destructive behaviors on affected computer. Up to now, Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan specializes in the attack on various Microsoft windows operating system platforms, including Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows 8. When installed, Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan may typically slow down the performance of computer via occupying high computer resources.

It may also take control of an affected computer’s Internet connection, hijack web browser, despite of Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome, and redirect user’s Web searches to various deceptive websites operated by criminals. While running in the compromised machine, Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan may drop and install additional malware, pop-up advertisements (eg, Coupon Blaster pop-up ads threat), or other potential threats to do further harm on the computer. What’s worse, determined by the nature of Trojan virus, Win32/Sirefef.GC may often acts as a backdoor, contacting a controller which may offer unauthorized access to the affected Windows for remote hackers. If succeed, it will lead to unimaginable damage or loss to the targeted computer.

Win32/Sirefef.GC Detection on Antivirus

Threat found!!
Object: Operating memory >> services.exe(884)
Threat: a variant of Win32/Sirefef.GC trojan
Information: cleaned by deleting-quarantined.

Possible Way to Get Infected With Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan

Most commonly, PC users may have no idea when and how Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan sneaks into their computers. As a matter of fact, Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan may be diffused by malicious websites or other legitimate web pages that have been assaulted by hackers. Users may often get infected with Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan when they navigate to a malign link a ZIP file attached to a spam email as well. On the other hand, Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan may disguise as some “free” applications that could be downloaded manually on peer-to-peer networks. Thus, to avoid Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan infection as well as other potential threat, users should keep cautious while using any unreliable Internet resources.

Effective Way to Remove Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan Virus

To get rid of Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan, major users may rely on their installed antivirus applications. However, the Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan virus, as many other viruses, is created with malicious code and is changed daily or more often. And antivirus may fail to clean up all Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan’s components from computer effectively. In this case, it is strongly recommended to clean up Win32/Sirefef.GC Trojan virus with the aid of almighty manual approach. Here is how:

1.    Open Windows Task Manager to stop the process of Win32/Sirefef.GC.

2.    Show hidden files of Win32/Sirefef.GC.

• Click on the Start button and then on Control Panel
• Click on the Appearance and Personalization and go to Folder Options.
• Click on the View tab in the Folder Options window
• Choose the Show hidden files, folders, and drives under the Hidden files and folders category. Select OK at the bottom of the Folder Options window.

3.    Click on the “Start” menu and go to “Search programs and files” option. Find out and delete all the files related to Win32/Sirefef.GC.

%AllUsersProfile%\random.exe
%AppData%\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Templates\random.exe
%AllUsersProfile%\Application Data\.dll

4.    Open Registry Editor to get rid of all the registry files of Win32/Sirefef.GC.

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Random “.exe”
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run ‘Random’
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Random
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings “CertificateRevocation” =Random

Attention: Manual removal is only suggested for advanced users, as it is related to key part of system files. Any mis-operation may lead to worse results such as data loss or even computer crash. If you have any problem or question during the whole removal process, please contact VilmaTech Support agents 24/7 online for more detailed instructions.