EggShell Deletion: How To Uninstall EggShell In Simple Steps

EggShell is a Spyware
Trojan Dropped by EggShell are I-Worm.Pikachu, TrojanDownloader:Win32/Spycos.R, Troj/BredoZp-KQ, Spy.Setfic.A, Lodear.d, Mal/Behav-112, Wisfc, Trojan.Bancos, Hilder, VB.ACH, I-Worm.Paula, Spy.Goldun.dll, Malware.Rahack.B!rem
Related spyware Spyware.MSNTrackMon, VersaSearch, Spyware.Marketscore_Netsetter, Worm.Socks.aa, SystemChecker, WinAntivirusPro, Conducent, RemoteAdmin.GotomyPC.a, DSSAgentBrodcastbyBroderbund, SchutzTool, Stealth Web Page Recorder
Windows Error caused by EggShell are – 0x00000082, 0xf080F CBS_E_MANIFEST_VALIDATION_DUPLICATE_ELEMENT multiple elements have the same name, 0x00000085, 0x00000018, 0x0000007F, 0x000000EC, 0x80244035 WU_E_PT_ECP_FILE_LOCATION_ERROR External cab processor was unable to get file locations., 0x0000003A, 0x00000010, 0x80245FFF WU_E_REDIRECTOR_UNEXPECTED The redirector failed for reasons not covered by another WU_E_REDIRECTOR_* error code., 0x80245001 WU_E_REDIRECTOR_LOAD_XML The redirector XML document could not be loaded into the DOM class.
EggShell infects these windows .dll files repdrvfs.dll, AcRedir.dll, sxsoa.dll, wmsdmoe2.dll, winnsi.dll, cachuri.dll, hp8000at.dll, colorui.dll, reverse.dll, wdscore.dll

EggShell may have entered your pc through these software. If you have not installed them , then get rid of them WorkSheet Maker 2.3.4 , Marine Aquarium 3.0.1 , FWB SMART Toolkit 1.2 , Steel 1.1.8 , Factoidium 1.2 , Image32 1.1.1 , 4Videosoft DVD to 3GP Converter , EnSharpen 1.1 , ImTOO DivX to DVD Converter , Morning Store 1.0 , LabelTool 1.0 , JamBase 2.0

 

EggShell

How To Delete EggShell From Infected Windows Machine

Do you know actually what is EggShell? I detected this malware when I scanned my Windows 7 System with my anti-virus software. I have no idea how it enters inside my PC but I am too much familiar with it’s negative traits which as a result ruin my System experience. However, I have tried to delete it with my anti-virus software but unable to do because my anti-virus software is outdated. Now, I am too much worried for my Windows 7 PC. Is there anyone who can help me to get rid out of this situation. Any working EggShell removal solution will be really appreciated. Thanks in advance…

Threat’s Profile Of EggShell

Threat’s Name EggShell
Type Trojan, Virus, Malware
Danger Level High
Affected Systems Windows 32 & Windows 64
Infection Length Always Varies
Brief Note EggShell is a newly released Trojan infection that associated with most dangerous System infection family.
Occurrences Junk mail attachments, spam campaigns, torrent downloads, exploit kits, shareware or freeware packages, P2P file sharing sources etc.

Symptoms Of EggShell

  • Downpours Computer working speed
  • Corrupts users System files
  • Disable security measures of PC
  • Alters browsers as well as System settings
  • Throws security or fake alerts on visited pages and screen etc.
  • To detect EggShell from compromised Windows machine easily, System users must download free Windows scanner tool.

Complete Information Related To EggShell

EggShell is another Trojan infection which can be detected as worst security bugs on affected machine. It mainly opens the Computer backdoor and help cyber criminals to get inside your machine. Doesn’t matter which version of Computer System you are using because it is designed in such a way that it can compromise all version of Windows Operating System including Windows Vista, XP, Me, NT, Server, 7, 8/8.1 and the latest version Windows 10.

Being an intrusive and invasive in nature, EggShell often enters inside the Computer without asking for users permission. The creators of this malware uses several advanced and tricky channels but mainly spread via the spam campaigns containing dubious attachments. These spam emails or messages includes forged header information that is designed in such a way that looks like legitimate one. Downloading or opening of any dubious attachment will lead your PC to such an infection. Therefore, you must avoid yourself from opening any suspicious attachment or spam message that appear to your inbox from unknown person.

Doesn’t matter how EggShell penetrates inside your PC. Once it invading inside your PC, you have to really suffer with several serious troubles including :

  • Connects your PC to malicious server to download several serious threats.
  • Causes BSOD error and System death.
  • Alters your homepage and leads your searches to third-party site.
  • Helps cyber hackers to gather your all personal data.
  • Makes your PC unresponsive after degrading working speed etc.

Steps to Remove EggShell

Step 1>> How to Boot Windows in Safe Mode to isolate EggShell

Step 2>> How to View Hidden Files created by EggShell

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 EggShell and hidden till now.

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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.

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This will Show all the Folders including those created by EggShell

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 EggShell and that is known to exist on Compromised PC.)

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

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  • 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 EggShell. 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

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In the Startup Menu, Uncheck all the EggShell 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 EggShell, certain IP’s will be displayed which can be found in the bottom of the screen.

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Look for the suspicious IP that is present in your Localhost

Step 4>> How to Terminate EggShell Running Processes

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

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Step 5>> How to Remove EggShell Related Registry Entries

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

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

Unfortunately, if you are unable to remove EggShell, Scan your PC Now

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