Tips For Deleting Lsmo.exe From PC (Trojan Removal Guide)

 

If you find that your PC runs abnormally and unnecessary modification in  registry entries of System files then it is confirm that your PC has been infected with a vicious Trojan infection named Lsmo.exe. Well, no need to be panic. Try an effective removal guide carefully which described at the end of this post and delete Lsmo.exe from your PC. 

Summary of Lsmo.exe

Learn More About Lsmo.exe

Recently, Lsmo.exe has been spotted by most of the Computer users. This malware falls under the category of Trojan infection which is designed to perform several malicious activities inside the PC. According to the researcher analysis report, a whopping 80% malware infections are actually caused by the Trojans. Such a dogged virus attacking Windows OS PCs including Windows Server, XP, NT, Me, Vista, 7, 8, 10 etc and immoral the advertiser. It slows down System and network working speed by consuming more memory space or resources, weakens PC security, triggers Computer crashing and assist hackers to inject several malicious threats after opens the System backdoor. Specifically, it has been used by hackers to earn online revenues illegally.

Transmission Channels of Lsmo.exe

There are several distribution channels used by cyber hackers to inject Lsmo.exe inside the PC but some of the most common are listed below :

1. Downloading of freeware or shareware packages from the untrusted sources.
2. Opening of torrent file, suspicious attachments, messages etc.
3. Visiting any hacked or porn site that contains malicious links.
4. Using infected external devices to share or transfer data.
5. Playing online game, updating installed program through redirected link, sharing file etc.

Harmful Issues Caused By Lsmo.exe

After getting inside the PC, Lsmo.exe releases several infectious files automatically and remain hidden deep inside the PC. Due to the lack of visible symptoms, it secretly perform the malicious tasks and ruins PC badly. This Trojan infection automatically add some unwanted browser extensions or toolbars on all installed browser and keeps generating fake security messages, warning alert or fake notification. The worst thing about such an infection is that it collects victim's all valuable data including IP addresses, username, banking login details, password, credit or debit card details etc. In short, it does not only ruin PC badly but also endanger victim's privacy. For the sake of privacy and keep PC safe from the further malware infection, you should delete Lsmo.exe ASAP.

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Steps to Remove Lsmo.exe

Step 1>> How to Boot Windows in Safe Mode to isolate Lsmo.exe

Step 2>> How to View Hidden Files created by Lsmo.exe

for Windows XP

• Exit all Program and Go to Desktop
• Select My Computer icon and Double Click to Open it
• Click on the Tools Menu and now select and Click on Folder Options.
• Select on View Tab that appears in New Window.
• Check mark on the box next to Dispaly the Contents of System Folders
• Now Check the box in order to Show Hidden Files and Folders
• Now press on Apply and OK to close the Window.
• As soon as these steps are performed, you can view the files and folders that were created by Lsmo.exe and hidden till now.

for Windows Vista

• Minimize all Window and Go to Desktop
• Click on the Start Button which can be found in lower lef Corner having Windows Logo
• Click on the Control Panel on the Menu and Open it
• Control Panel can be opened in Classic View or Control Panel Home View.
• If you have Selected Classic View, follow this
• Double Click on the Folder icon to open it
• Now select the view tab
• Click on Option to Show Hidden Files or Folders
• If you have Selected Control Panel Home View, follow this
• Appearance and Personalization link is to be Clicked
• Select on Show Hidden Files or Folders
• Press Apply Option and then Click on OK.

This will Show all the Folders including those created by Lsmo.exe

Know how to view Hidden Folders on Windows 7, Win 8 and Windows 10

(Following the above steps are necessary to view all the files created by Lsmo.exe and that is known to exist on Compromised PC.)

• Open the Run Box by holding together the Start Key and R.

• Now Type and input appwiz.cpl and press on OK
• This will take you to the Control Panel, Now Search for Suspicious programs or any entries related to Lsmo.exe. Unistall it once if you happen to find it. However be sure not to Uninstall any other program from the list.
• In the Search Field, Type msconfig and press on Enter, this will pop-up a Window

In the Startup Menu, Uncheck all the Lsmo.exe related entries or which are Unknown as Manufacturer.

Step 3>> Open the Run Box by Pressing Start Key and R in Combination

1. Copy + Paste the following Command as
2. notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts and press on OK
3. This will Open a new file. If your system has been hacked by Lsmo.exe, certain IP’s will be displayed which can be found in the bottom of the screen.

Look for the suspicious IP that is present in your Localhost

Step 4>> How to Terminate Lsmo.exe Running Processes

• Go the Processes Tab by pressing on CTRL+SHIFT+ESC Keys Together.
• Look for the Lsmo.exe Running Processes.
• Right Click on Lsmo.exe and End the Process.

Step 5>> How to Remove Lsmo.exe Related Registry Entries

• Open Registry by Typing Regedit in the Run box and Hit Enter Key

• This will open all the list of entries.
• Now Find and search the entries created by Lsmo.exe and cautiously delete it.
• Alternatively, you can manually search for it in the list to delete Lsmo.exe Manually.

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