Remove “Error #0x0072ee7” Fake Alerts (Scam)

Can’t Remove Error #0x0072ee7 pop-ups?

The “Error #0x0072ee7” pop-ups indicate that your safety has been compromised. There is some adware-type infection currently on board so it’s time to take measures. Procrastination would only let the virus get out of control. Hence, get rid of this sneaky parasite before things go from bad to terrible. Locate the intruder and delete it for good. This pest has nothing but trouble in store. It adds a highly questionable browser extension and starts redirecting you. Eventually, you cross paths with the dreaded “Error #0x0072ee7” pop-ups. What you have to keep in mind is that the pop-ups are fake. All security alerts, messages and errors are completely bogus. Those get generated by the virus to serve hackers’ purposes. In fact, crooks attempt to trick you into paying for some anti-malware programs/services. This is a classic cyber scam. You see, the whole scheme is impressively simple. You get infected with the adware virus and remain oblivious to the infiltration. Most infections travel the Web in silence thus making changes without your knowledge or consent. The parasite makes some changes in your default browser settings and injects them with the ads. Once that is complete, the “Error #0x0072ee7” alerts appear. According to the pop-ups, there is “malicious spyware/riskware” detected on your computer. Of course, there is no such thing. The virus is only scaring you with these infections because hackers want you to panic. Trusting the pop-ups means you’d be falling right into the trap. These alerts get displayed by a cyber infection so they are dangerous and worrisome. Ignore their fake threats and empty promises. You have a tricky adware-type parasite to deal with. Forget about the numerous malicious programs you supposedly have on board. These are not legitimate Windows Warning alerts. These are bogus pop-ups that try to convince you to contact hackers. You’re provided a phone number which should help you solve the problems. The problems you would be solving are non-existent, though. Instead of allowing hackers to scam you, tackle their parasite on the spot.

How did I get infected with?

Adware normally gets spread online via program bundles. Hackers rely on the fact many PC users tend to skip installation steps. Thus, many people end up installing more than what they originally wanted. If there is a certain “bonus” hiding in the bundle, you have to spot it on time and deselect it. Otherwise, you might accidentally download a virus among the harmless software you were going for. Do you see how easy it is to infect your machine? All it takes is one single moment of distraction while surfing the Internet. Hackers could be incredibly creative people when it comes to distributing malware. It would be your job to remove the infection afterwards, though. Pay attention to what you download and take your time in the process. Opt for the custom/advanced option in the Setup Wizard. Also, check out the Terms and Conditions or EULA (End User License Agreement). Reading those may not be a fun activity but it will keep your device infection-free. Watch out for potential intruders and stay away from unverified websites/bundles.

Why are these ads dangerous?

The rogue “Error #0x0072ee7” alerts are stubborn. These pop-ups cover all websites you visit and constantly irritate you. Due to the adware’s modifications, your browsers might begin to generate product deals and other commercials too. Restrain yourself from clicking anything displayed by such a problematic program. Hackers aren’t trying to provide you the best deals online just like they aren’t trying to take care of your safety. Do not dial any number because crooks would get access to some private data this way. They might also succeed to convince you that the situation of your computer is critical. Hence, crooks could fool you into buying their worthless software. Cyber frauds are quite a common sight online so be careful. Remember that Microsoft never uses such tactics to provide tech support. Get rid of the nasty adware-type infection ASAP. This program might even steal some of your browsing-related details such as passwords, IP addresses, browsing history. The virus must be immediately deleted. Please follow our detailed manual removal guide down below.

How Can I Remove Error #0x0072ee7 Pop-ups?

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the infection. Please, follow the procedures in the exact order. Please, consider to print this guide or have another computer at your disposal. You will NOT need any USB sticks or CDs.

STEP 1: Uninstall suspicious software from your Add\Remove Programs

STEP 2: Delete unknown add-ons from Chrome, Firefox or IE

STEP 3: Permanently Remove Error #0x0072ee7 from the windows registry.

STEP 1 : Uninstall unknown programs from Your Computer

Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command

Type “Appwiz.cpl”

Locate the any unknown program and click on uninstall/change. To facilitate the search you can sort the programs by date. review the most recent installed programs first. In general you should remove all unknown programs.

STEP 2 : Remove add-ons and extensions from Chrome, Firefox or IE

Remove from Google Chrome

• In the Main Menu, select Tools—> Extensions
• Remove any unknown extension by clicking on the little recycle bin
• If you are not able to delete the extension then navigate to C:\Users\”computer name“\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions\and review the folders one by one.
• Reset Google Chrome by Deleting the current user to make sure nothing is left behind

• If you are using the latest chrome version you need to do the following
• go to settings – Add person

• choose a preferred name.

• then go back and remove person 1
• Chrome should be malware free now

Remove from Mozilla Firefox

• Open Firefox
• Press simultaneously Ctrl+Shift+A
• Disable and remove any unknown add on
• Open the Firefox’s Help Menu

• Then Troubleshoot information
• Click on Reset Firefox

Remove from Internet Explorer

• Open IE
• On the Upper Right Corner Click on the Gear Icon
• Go to Toolbars and Extensions
• Disable any suspicious extension.
• If the disable button is gray, you need to go to your Windows Registry and delete the corresponding CLSID
• On the Upper Right Corner of Internet Explorer Click on the Gear Icon.
• Click on Internet options

• Select the Advanced tab and click on Reset.

• Check the “Delete Personal Settings Tab” and then Reset

• Close IE

Permanently Remove Error #0x0072ee7 Leftovers

To make sure manual removal is successful, we recommend to use a free scanner of any professional antimalware program to identify any registry leftovers or temporary files.