Deleting TerraStealer In Just Few Steps

TerraStealer is a Trojan
Trojan Dropped by TerraStealer are Trojan.Kerproc!rts, Infostealer.Jginko, Trojan-Downloader.Small.Buy, Trojan.DR.Webmoner.Gen.2, RemScan Trojan, Penis Trojan, Trojan.Agent.amqy, Trojan.Downloader.Vundo.J, Honditost, Sfc.A.mod, Virus.Obfuscator.ACP, Obfuscator.ND
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Windows Error caused by TerraStealer are – 0x0000012B, 0x80244026 WU_E_PT_REGISTRATION_NOT_SUPPORTED Operation failed because Windows Update Agent does not support registration with a non-WSUS server., 0x8024400D WU_E_PT_SOAP_CLIENT Same as SOAP_E_CLIENT – SOAP client found the message was malformed; fix before resending., Error 0x80073712, 0x00000119, 0x00000027, 0x00000073, 0x0000001B, 0x000000FF
TerraStealer infects these windows .dll files PresentationCore.dll, mprdim.dll, netui0.dll, mscoreer.dll, mspmsp.dll, gdi32.dll, VAN.dll, tsd32.dll, admwprox.dll, tspubwmi.dll

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TerraStealer

(Updated Guide!) TerraStealer Removal From Affected PCs

Facts Worth Knowing About TerraStealer

TerraStealer is a dangerous Trojan which is currently used by the criminal hackers for various illicit purposes. You may find various features which is available in reliable remote desktop management tools in this malicious Trojan virus. In most of the cases, the malware infects the targeted user’s system manually by employing a deceptive social engineering tactic. Some of the bogus tools like hacking programs, fake account on popular social networking websites, and unreliable computer security alerts may be used by the team of criminal hackers in order to convince system users into running the client application of TerraStealer threat.

In order to perform various harmful actions and gain remote access to the compromised systems, the hackers behind this malware uses a command and control server operated by them to perform illicit tasks onto the affected machines. According to cyber security analysts, TerraStealer virus is available onto the Dark Web for free and also stated to include various supports.

Malicious Properties Of TerraStealer Malware

Based on the recent research report published by the team of security investigators, this Trojan is equipped with keylogger feature which allows TerraStealer to capture keystrokes on the victim’s system and may display the screen-locker message as well. In addition to that, microphone and camera can also be turned on due to the fact that your system is remotely accessed by the racketeers to perform such illicit tasks. As a result, the victims of this malware can be under surveillance without their consent.

Cyber criminals responsible for such vicious attacks can use their malicious creations to hide their Internet traffic, steal confidential data like credit card details, login credentials, personal information and family photos for bad purposes. After the attack of TerraStealer virus, infected computer users may notice the unavailability of Windows closing and crucial files on their disks. One may also notice the various unfamiliar tasks running onto the Windows Task Manager. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to take immediate action for the removal of TerraStealer from the machine using a powerful anti-malware shield.

Manual TerraStealer Removal Guide

Step 1: How to Start your PC in Safe Mode with Networking to Get Rid of TerraStealer

(For Win 7 | XP | Vista Users)

  • first of all PC is to be rebooted in Safe Mode with Networking
  • Select on Start Button and Click on Shutdown | Restart option and select OK
  • when the PC restarts, keep tapping on F8 until you don’t get Advanced Boot Options.
  • Safe Mode with Networking Option is to be selected from the list.

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(For Win 8 | 8.1 | Win 10 Users)

  • Click on Power Button near Windows Login Screen
  • Keep Shift Button on the keyboard pressed and select Restart Option
  • Now Select on Enable Safe Mode with Networking Option

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In case TerraStealer, is not letting your PC to Start in Safe Mode, then following Step is to followed

Step 2: Remove TerraStealer Using System Restore Process

  • PC need to be rebooted to Safe Mode with Command Prompt
  • As soon as Command Prompt Window appear on the screen, select on cd restore and press on Enter option

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Type rstrui.exe and Click on Enter again.

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Now users need to Click on Next option and Choose restore point that was the last time Windows was working fine prior to TerraStealer infection. Once done, Click on Next button.

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Select Yes to Restore your System and get rid of TerraStealer infection.

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However, if the above steps does not work to remove TerraStealer, follow the below mentioned steps

Step:3  Unhide All Hidden Files and Folders to Delete TerraStealer

How to View TerraStealer Hidden Folders on Windows XP

  1. In order to show the hidden files and folders, you need to follow the given instructions:-
  2. Close all the Windows or minimize the opened application to go to desktop.
  3. Open “My Computer” by double-clicking on its icon.
  4. Click on Tools menu and select Folder options.
  5. Click on the View tab from the new Window.
  6. Check the Display contents of the system folders options.
  7. In the Hidden files and folders section, you need to put a check mark on Show hidden files and folders option.
  8. Click on Apply and then OK button. Now, close the Window.
  9. Now, you can see all the TerraStealer related hidden files and folders on the system.

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How to Access TerraStealer Hidden folders on Windows Vista

  1. Minimize or close all opened tabs and go to Desktop.
  2. Go to the lower left of your screen, you will see Windows logo there, click on Start button.
  3. Go to Control Panel menu and click on it.
  4. After Control Panel got opened, there will two options, either “Classic View” or “Control Panel Home View”.
  5. Do the following when you are in “Classic View”.
  6. Double click on the icon and open Folder Options.
  7. Choose View tab.
  8. Again move to step 5.
  9. Do the following if you are “Control Panel Home View”.
  10. Hit button on Appearance and Personalization link.
  11. Chose Show Hidden Files or Folders.
  12. Under the Hidden File or Folder section, click on the button which is right next to the Show Hidden Files or Folders.
  13. Click on Apply button and then hit OK. Now, close the window.
  14. Now, to show you all hidden files or folders created by TerraStealer, you have successfully considered Windows Vista.

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How to Unhide TerraStealer Created Folders on Windows 7

1. Go to the desktop and tap on the small rectangle which is located in the lower-right part of the system screen.

2. Now, just open the “Start” menu by clicking on the Windows start button which is located in the lower-left side of the PC screen that carries the windows logo.

3. Then after, look for the “Control Panel” menu option in the right-most row and open it.

4. When the Control Panel menu opens, then look for the “Folder Options” link.

5. Tap over the “View tab”.

6. Under the “Advanced Settings” category, double click on the “Hidden Files or Folders” associated with TerraStealer.

7. Next, just select the check-box in order to Show hidden files, folders, or drives.

8. After this, click on “Apply” >> “OK” and then close the menu.

9. Now, the Windows 7 should be configured to show you all hidden files, folders or drives.

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Steps to Unhide TerraStealer related Files and Folders on Windows 8

  1. First of all, power on your Windows PC and click on start logo button that is found in left side of the system screen.
  2. Now, move to program lists and select control panel app.
  3. When Control panel is open completely, click on more settings option.
  4. After, you will see a Control panel Window and then you choose “Appearance and Personalization” tab.
  5. In Advance settings dialogue box, you need to tick mark on Show hidden files and folders and clear the check box for Hide protected system files.
  6. Click on Apply and Ok button. This apply option helps you to detect and eradicate all types of TerraStealer related suspicious files.
  7. Finally, navigate your mouse cursor on close option to exit this panel.

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How to View TerraStealer associated folders on Windows 10

1. Open the folder if you wish to unhide files.

2. Search and Click on View in Menu bar

3. In Menu click on to view folder options.

4. Again click on View and Enable Radio Button associated with Show hidden files created by TerraStealer, folder and drive.

5. Press apply and OK.

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Step 4: Press Start Key along with R- copy + paste the below stated command and Click on OK

notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts

  • This will open up a new file, in case if your system has been hacked, some IP’s will be shown at the bottom of the screen

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Click on the Start Menu, Input “Control Panel” in the search box —> Select. Network and Internet —> Network and Sharing Center —> Next Change Adapter Settings. Right-click your Internet connection —> Select on Properties.

  • In case if you find Suspicious IP in the local host –or if you are finding it difficult and have any problem then submit question to us and we will be happy to help you.

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