Remove SysWin.exe Infection

This article can help you to remove SysWin.exe Virus. The step by step removal works for every version of Microsoft Windows.

The SysWin.exe process is not essential for your OS. On the contrary, it is quite harmful. It is started by a nasty Trojan horse. That is right. Your computer is infected. You have the nasty SysWin.exe Trojan on board. And, yes, it’s dangerous. This parasite enters your computer in complete silence and wreaks total havoc. The parasite adds its own entries in your Registry, corrupts essential files and process, and creates hidden copies of itself. While it installs its component, the parasite does not leave any noticeable symptoms. You cannot catch it in time to stop it. You can only notice it when it is too late. The Trojan roots into your system and takes full control of it. The parasite lurks in the background and waits for instructions. The biggest issue with these parasites is that they can be re-programmed to do various tasks. Once successfully installed, the virus connects to a Command and Control (C&C) server. Its owners can send it instructions to carry out various tasks. The SysWin.exe can install/uninstall programs, modify your system settings, corrupt files and even transfer dangerous viruses. This nasty parasite affects every aspect of your everyday computer usage. It is a tool of cyber criminals and should never be underestimated. The more time you grant it on board, the worse your situation becomes. So, do not play with your luck. Remove the Trojan the first chance you get!

How did I get infected with?

The SysWin.exe Trojan, as sophisticated as it is, relies on some very simple distribution methods. This parasite did not hack your computer. It tricked you into allowing it on board. That is right. You did it. You infected your computer. The Trojan took advantage of your curiosity and naivety and took a hold of your system. The parasite travels hidden in software bundles, torrents, and fake updates. Your caution can easily prevent these methods from succeeding. All you should do is to be vigilant and doubting. These methods aside, we ought to mention the good old spam emails. This method is still the number one cause of Trojan infections. Yes, you know how dangerous an attached file can be. But did you know that the hyperlinks can also be corrupted? The crooks know their game. Not only do they attach malicious files to their letters, they also embed corrupted links. One click is all it takes for a virus to be downloaded. If you receive a suspicious email, do not risk your security. Before you open it, verify the sender by entering its email address into some search engine. If you discover evidence that the address was used for shady business, delete the email. Also, the crooks tend to write on behalf of reputable companies. You receive such a message, go to the company’s official website. Compare the addresses listed there with the one you’ve received a letter from. If they don’t match, delete the pretender. The SysWin.exe Trojan tricked you once, do not let other parasites deceive you ever again. Always do your due diligence.

Why is this dangerous?

The SysWin.exe Trojan should not be underestimated. This pest is a backdoor to your system. Other parasites can use it to infect your machine. The virus has full control of your OS. It can install/uninstall programs. The hackers can control the Trojan remotely and instruct it to install malware and other viruses. What’s worse, the nasty parasite can also spy on you. The Trojan knows what software you have installed, where your personal files are located, what you do online. The crooks behind the virus need very little to target you. If you are not careful, they may manage to lure you into online scams. Do not reveal sensitive information. The Trojan may be tracking your keystrokes. Even logging into online services is dangerous. The parasite may steal your usernames, passwords and email address. Can you imagine what the crooks may do with such information? You will not like the outcome for sure. The SysWin.exe Trojan is a breach of your security. It exposes your privacy at high risk. Do not put up with it. Remove this invader immediately. The sooner you clean your machine, the better!

Manual SysWin.exe Removal Instructions

The SysWin.exe infection is specifically designed to make money to its creators one way or another. The specialists from various antivirus companies like Bitdefender, Kaspersky, Norton, Avast, ESET, etc. advise that there is no harmless virus.

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the SysWin.exe 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: Track down SysWin.exe related processes in the computer memory

STEP 2: Locate SysWin.exe startup location

STEP 3: Delete SysWin.exe traces from Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer

STEP 4: Undo the damage done by the virus

STEP 1: Track down SysWin.exe related processes in the computer memory

• Open your Task Manager by pressing CTRL+SHIFT+ESC keys simultaneously
• Carefully review all processes and stop the suspicious ones.

• Write down the file location for later reference.

Step 2: Locate SysWin.exe startup location

Reveal Hidden Files

• Open any folder
• Click on “Organize” button
  
• Choose “Folder and Search Options”
• Select the “View” tab
• Select “Show hidden files and folders” option
• Uncheck “Hide protected operating system files”
• Click “Apply” and “OK” button

Clean SysWin.exe virus from the windows registry

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

• A dialog box should open. Type “Regedit”

• WARNING! be very careful when editing the Microsoft Windows Registry as this may render the system broken.

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: [RANDOM]

• Then open your explorer and navigate to: %appdata% folder and delete the malicious executable.

Clean your HOSTS file to avoid unwanted browser redirection

Navigate to %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/host

If you are hacked, there will be foreign IPs addresses connected to you at the bottom. Take a look below:

Step 4: Undo the possible damage done by SysWin.exe

This particular Virus may alter your DNS settings.

Attention! this can break your internet connection. Before you change your DNS settings to use Google Public DNS for SysWin.exe, be sure to write down the current server addresses on a piece of paper.

To fix the damage done by the virus you need to do the following.

• Click the Windows Start button to open the Start Menu, type control panel in the search box and select Control Panel in the results displayed above.
• go to Network and Internet
• then Network and Sharing Center
• then Change Adapter Settings
• Right-click on your active internet connection and click properties. Under the Networking tab, find Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). Left click on it and then click on properties. Both options should be automatic! By default it should be set to “Obtain an IP address automatically” and the second one to “Obtain DNS server address automatically!” If they are not just change them, however if you are part of a domain network you should contact your Domain Administrator to set these settings, otherwise the internet connection will break!!!

 

• Check your scheduled tasks to make sure the virus will not download itself again.

How to Permanently Remove SysWin.exe Virus (automatic) Removal Guide

Please, have in mind that once you are infected with a single virus, it compromises your whole system or network and let all doors wide open for many other infections. To make sure manual removal is successful, we recommend to use a free scanner of any professional antimalware program to identify possible virus leftovers or temporary files.