Traditionally, all recent years for Windows have passed under the auspices of the ongoing struggle against malicious programs, the number of which does not think to be reduced. This battle takes place with alternating success, but so far there have not been any special movements on both sides.
However, there is one feature. Every month, the number of programs such as Adware is greater than that of traditional viruses, worms and trojans. On the one hand, it even pleases: software of this kind is still not seen in the destruction of user data and formatting the hard disk.
That's just the theft of user data and other "pranks" somehow does not contribute to the legitimacy of these programs, and therefore you need to get rid of them right away. Take, for example, Lyrmix. What is this program and how is it dangerous?
General information
Simply put, this is such a malicious utility that delivers ads directly to the user's browser. She collects information for the formation of advertising mailings, steals email addresses and program numbers for communication (ICQ, for example). Subsequently, tons of spam and advertising mailings are delivered to the user at these addresses.
How does infection happen?
All Windows operating systems are affected, starting with XP. Given that earlier versions no longer have any significant distribution, all modern users are at risk.
Infection occurs when a Lyrmix file is copied to your computer. What is this program from the point of view of implementation in the system? It is a classic malware program that is deeply embedded in the registry, creating its entries for automatic launch at system startup. It is easy to see if you open the process manager in Windows.
A key is created in the registry with the name LyrMix Ads, and the file LyrMix-bho.dll appears on the hard drive. If you open the
task manager, then there are two processes at once: LyrMix-bho.dll and LyrMix Ads.
What causes the infection?
Only the user is to blame. Almost all known infections occurred on systems whose owners did not consider it necessary to install anti-virus protection programs, preferring to work under an administrator account.
The habit of using outdated versions of browsers, as well as installing outdated versions of add-ons and extensions, also plays a role. This is how Lyrmix works. What kind of program is this, we have already found out. Now let's talk about how to remove it.
Delete
The easiest and most reliable way is to simply install a high-quality antivirus. Since all of the above files are already listed in the anti-virus database of almost all the most common programs of this kind, they can quickly and without residue remove the infection from the hard drive.
If you already have an antivirus that has not met expectations, then you can use the utility from Dr.Web, which works without installation, recognizing almost all types of advertising utilities.
Another method
If for some reason this method is not suitable for you, you should pay attention to other methods. First, the Enigma Software Group utility. Apparently, in America, users got so much Lyrmix virus that this tool was specifically developed for them.
The program is easy to “google”, does not require installation and is extremely easy to use. What gives its use? First, all copies of the virus completely disappear from the hard drive. Secondly, in the registry and autorun from it also there is not a single trace.
In addition, all advertising settings and toolbars will be removed from your browsers. It is very important for novice users who often turn their computers into nurseries for such an infection.
After performing all these operations with special utilities, it does not hurt to go to the Start menu, and enter the Lyrmix name in the Search field. You already know what kind of program it is, and therefore all files with the same name found during the search must be ruthlessly deleted.
How to avoid trouble?
It is generally accepted that in our country the vast majority of users have quite acceptable computer literacy. To tell you the truth, this statement is a strong exaggeration. Otherwise, why would people completely sit under administrator accounts, content with free ersatz antiviruses?
Since it can be difficult for a beginner to remove Lyrmix, it is much better to simply prevent it from appearing on your computer. For everyday work, it is much better to use a guest account with the most restricted rights. Do not forget: an outdated browser is an open gate not only for programs such as Adware, but also the best invitation for much more unpleasant varieties of "malware."
For the same reason, always install updates to the operating system itself, as current “patches” can protect your information from major troubles. Of course, you still have to install a normal antivirus, not its imitation. By the way, it’s not at all necessary to use pirated copies: for Kasper and Dr.Web today is full of free and legal journal keys.
The latter, they generally operate for three months, so you definitely will not experience shortages in quality protection! Here's how to remove Lyrmix permanently. You may notice that there is nothing too complicated in this.