Remove MaohaWiFi Virus

MaohaWiFi virus just keeps regenerating and you cannot remove it?

MaohaWiFi is a Trojan horse. That sentence alone should make you realize how bad your situation is. Along with ransomware, Trojans horses are probably the most harmful parasites online. Ransomware infections manifest their presence right away, though. Trojans take a much more stealthy approach. Many people end up having no clue that their computers are compromised. The longer you remain oblivious to MaohaWiFi’s presence, the better for hackers. Their infection is wreaking havoc on your device at this very moment. It’s shamelessly messing with your default settings with no authorization. Obviously, Trojans aren’t going to seek your permission. It’s cyber infections we’re talking about. The MaohaWiFi Virus was developed solely to serve hackers’ purposes. Not yours. As soon as your device gets invaded, trouble starts immediately. To begin with, this program modifies your system registry. It changes some important system files. It damages others. Due to these secretive tricks, you’re now unable to use some programs. And this is just the beginning. MaohaWiFi spies on your personal information. The Trojan diligently monitors every single move you make online. That means your browsing history, email addresses, usernames and passwords, your IP addresses get stolen. However, the parasite might attempt to go one step further. If it gets to some personally identifiable data, things will get ugly. MaohaWiFi could steal your bank account information, for example. By doing so, the virus gives hackers a golden opportunity to gain profit. Crooks won’t think twice before they sell your details to unreliable third parties. Your data could end up in the wrong hands. Trojans might involve you in financial scams or identity theft. The question is, are you willing to risk it? By keeping this nuisance on board, you’re practically putting yourself in danger. MaohaWiFi might also inject your browsers with sponsored, unsafe commercials. It could redirect you to malicious websites as well. Before you know it, your already bad situation might become dreadful. Tackle this nasty intruder. The sooner you get rid of it, the better.

How did I get infected with?

It’s not that difficult to get stuck with a virus. Trojan horses are nothing but computer programs so they need to get properly installed. The thing is, you don’t need to be aware that you’re downloading malware. The MaohaWiFi virus relies on stealth and deceit to get spread. Now, how did this pest of a program fool you? The easiest explanation is also the oldest trick in the books. Infections often get attached to spam messages and email-attachments so they get sent to your inbox. The Trojan could have applied the same technique. Have you recently opened some suspicious looking email from an unknown sender? There you go. One single click is enough to let loose a vicious infection. Hence, pay attention. Delete what you don’t trust instead of clicking it open. Stay away from unverified websites and third-party pop-ups too. Some parasites also pretend to be program updates. Be careful what you install and remember that the Web is full of malware. Unless you take your time, you may compromise your own machine. Trojans also get distributed via exploit kits and freeware/shareware bundles. Watch out for potential intruders and don’t be negligent. Your safety should always be your number one priority.

Why is this dangerous?

There is a reason why nobody wants to deal with Trojans. The MaohaWiFi virus is a perfect combination of sneaky and aggressive. It also works in silence. Do you know which is worse than having your computer infected? Having it infected without knowing about it. MaohaWiFi could also add some unwanted extensions or plugins to your browsers. The parasite displays highly questionable, unsafe web links. That means you’re constantly one click away from more infections now. Trojans serve as back doors to ransomware. They also take up a lot of CPU memory so your PC speed is significantly slowed down. Your browsers might start crashing and freezing too. The dreaded Blue Screen of Death could be witnessed.  Your overall online experience isn’t even up to you anymore. It’s up to hackers. To top it all, MaohaWiFi might grant crooks remote control over your machine. The more time this pest spends on board, the more destructive and harmful it becomes. How do you prevent further damage? You get rid of the intruder. To do so manually, please follow our detailed removal guide down below.

Manual MaohaWiFi Removal Instructions

STEP 1: Windows 8 Removal

STEP 2: Windows 7/XP/Vista Removal

STEP 1: Start Your Computer into Safe Mode with Networking in Windows 8

• Make sure you do not have any floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs inserted in your computer
• Move the mouse to the upper right corner until the windows 8 charm menu appears
  
• Click on the magnifying glass

• select Settings
• in the search box type Advanced
• On the left the following should appear

• Click on Advanced Startup Options
• Scroll down a little bit and click on Restart Now

• Click on Troubleshoot

• Then Advanced options

• Then Startup settings

• Then Restart

• When you see this screen press F5 – Enable Safe Mode with Networking

 

STEP 2: Start Your Computer into Safe Mode with Networking in Windows 7/XP/Vista

• Make sure you do not have any floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs inserted in your computer
• Restart the computer
  
• When you see a table, start tapping the F8 key every second until you enter the Advanced Boot Options

• in the Advanced Boot Options screen, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking , and then press ENTER.

STEP 3: Locate the startup location

• Once the operating system loads press simultaneously the Windows Logo Button and the R key.

• A dialog box should open. Type “Regedit”

 

Depending on your OS (x86 or x64) navigate to:

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run]

• and delete the display Name: backgroundcontainer

 

• Then open your explorer and navigate to:

%LocalAppData%\uqgtmedia

where %LocalAppData% refers to:

C:\Users\{username}\AppData\Local

• delete the whole folder

Double check with any antimalware program for any leftovers. Keep your software up-to date.