How to remove VenomRAT from computer

Simple steps to delete VenomRAT

VenomRAT is somewhat another hectic Trojan infection according to cyber researchers which can mess up with system and all its performance drastically. Getting installed on targeted system, this malware is presented as an innocuous Remote Access Tool. This malware operates by granting remote access and control over an infected device. At the time of research, it was offered as these prices such as for one month 150$, for three months 350$ and for six months 550$. Further, it is considered to be highly dangerous piece of malicious software that can cause serious issues/problems.

VenomRAT virus will conduct series of harmful process into your PC that will completely degrade your computer speed and performance. The primary purpose of this trojan type virus is to steal information. It can also download .doc, .txt, .log format files from the desktop. Further, this malware can also steal cryptocurrency wallets like BitcoinCore, XMR, ZEC and DSH. Besides, Trojans are designed to steal saved browser credentials like login ID and password and other similar information. However, if this malware stays in your system for long time it can create harmful problems so you are advised to uninstall it as soon as possible.

As we mentioned earlier that this malicious programs is mainly designed to collect sensitive information. later, cyber criminals behind this misuse those details to make fraudulent transactions, spread several malware and deceive people into sending them money. Additionally, it is stated that it has the capability to infiltrate and execute files which means that VenomRAT can potentially be used to cause chain infections, it means to infect system with additional malware. Thus, having computer infected with such Trojan might create lots of serious problems like identity theft, monetary loss, privacy issues and so on. Due to the above given reasons, removal of this malware is mandatory.

How VenomRAT intrude?

Like other redirect virus and perilous threats, VenomRAT mostly spread into your computer through suspicious websites, bundles of free third party programs, spam emails, and by using many more tricks. Once installed, it will create new registry keys for its automatic startup and use those malicious keys to get back into your system after removal. This dubious malware conduct several malevolent activities in the background and make your device extremely sluggish and also show slow performance. Further, it can also create its copies and spread into different files and folders. So, it is important to remove all the components of this dubious malware instantly and remove this harmful Trojan virus as soon as possible.

Remove VenomRAT

It is identified as perilous and notorious threats that will keep creating new problems into your computer if it stays for long time, so it is important to delete this malware immediately. So, it is quite difficult to remove this threat by using manual method because it is good but not so effective. Any slight mistake during the removal process can permanently damage your OS. So, you are advised to use reliable anti-malware removal tool that can remove VenomRAT and all its dubious threats or viruses soon from the machine.

Threat summary

Name: VenomRAT

Type: Trojan, password stealing virus, spyware, banking malware

Description: It is malicious infections that downloads and executes malware on your computer including Ransomware, browser hijacker, adware etc.

Symptoms: This nasty malware secretly enters into your system and keep remain silent until no particular symptoms are clearly visible on an infected PC.

Infiltration methods: bundles of free software programs, spam emails, suspicious websites, harmful hyperlinks, porn or torrent sites, file sharing networks and many more.

Damage: slow down computer performance as well as internet speed, browser tracking (possibly privacy issues), loss of personal information and infiltrate other additional malware infections.

Removal: To delete possible malware infections we highly advised you to scan your PC with legitimate antivirus software. Despite this, you can also follow removal guidelines that are provided under this post.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Important Note: This malware asks you to enable the web browser notifications. So, before you go the manual removal process, execute these steps.

Google Chrome (PC)

• Go to right upper corner of the screen and click on three dots to open the Menu button
• Select “Settings”. Scroll the mouse downward to choose “Advanced” option
• Go to “Privacy and Security” section by scrolling downward and then select “Content settings” and then “Notification” option
• Find each suspicious URLs and click on three dots on the right side and choose “Block” or “Remove” option

Google Chrome (Android)

• Go to right upper corner of the screen and click on three dots to open the menu button and then click on “Settings”
• Scroll down further to click on “site settings” and then press on “notifications” option
• In the newly opened window, choose each suspicious URLs one by one
• In the permission section, select “notification” and “Off” the toggle button

Mozilla Firefox

• On the right corner of the screen, you will notice three dots which is the “Menu” button
• Select “Options” and choose “Privacy and Security” in the toolbar present in the left side of the screen
• Slowly scroll down and go to “Permission” section then choose “Settings” option next to “Notifications”
• In the newly opened window, select all the suspicious URLs. Click on the drop-down menu and select “Block”

Internet Explorer

• In the Internet Explorer window, select the Gear button present on the right corner
• Choose “Internet Options”
• Select “Privacy” tab and then “Settings” under the “Pop-up Blocker” section
• Select all the suspicious URLs one by one and click on the “Remove” option

Microsoft Edge

• Open the Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots on the right corner of the screen to open the menu
• Scroll down and select “Settings”
• Scroll down further to choose “view advanced settings”
• In the “Website Permission” option, click on “Manage” option
• Click on switch under every suspicious URL

Safari (Mac):

• On the upper right side corner, click on “Safari” and then select “Preferences”
• Go to “website” tab and then choose “Notification” section on the left pane
• Search for the suspicious URLs and choose “Deny” option for each one of them

Manual Steps to Remove VenomRAT:

Remove the related items of VenomRAT using Control-Panel

Windows 7 Users

Click “Start” (the windows logo at the bottom left corner of the desktop screen), select “Control Panel”. Locate the “Programs” and then followed by clicking on “Uninstall Program”

Windows XP Users

Click “Start” and then choose “Settings” and then click “Control Panel”. Search and click on “Add or Remove Program’ option

Windows 10 and 8 Users:

Go to the lower left corner of the screen and right-click. In the “Quick Access” menu, choose “Control Panel”. In the newly opened window, choose “Program and Features”

Mac OSX Users

Click on “Finder” option. Choose “Application” in the newly opened screen. In the “Application” folder, drag the app to “Trash”. Right click on the Trash icon and then click on “Empty Trash”.

In the uninstall programs window, search for the PUAs. Choose all the unwanted and suspicious entries and click on “Uninstall” or “Remove”.

After you uninstall all the potentially unwanted program causing VenomRAT issues, scan your computer with an anti-malware tool for any remaining PUPs and PUAs or possible malware infection. To scan the PC, use the recommended the anti-malware tool.

How to Remove Adware (VenomRAT) from Internet Browsers

Delete malicious add-ons and extensions from IE

Click on the gear icon at the top right corner of Internet Explorer. Select “Manage Add-ons”. Search for any recently installed plug-ins or add-ons and click on “Remove”.

Additional Option

If you still face issues related to VenomRAT removal, you can reset the Internet Explorer to its default setting.

Windows XP users: Press on “Start” and click “Run”. In the newly opened window, type “inetcpl.cpl” and click on the “Advanced” tab and then press on “Reset”.

Windows Vista and Windows 7 Users: Press the Windows logo, type inetcpl.cpl in the start search box and press enter.  In the newly opened window, click on the “Advanced Tab” followed by “Reset” button.

For Windows 8 Users: Open IE and click on the “gear” icon. Choose “Internet Options”

Select the “Advanced” tab in the newly opened window

Press on “Reset” option

You have to press on the “Reset” button again to confirm that you really want to reset the IE

Remove Doubtful and Harmful Extension from Google Chrome

Go to menu of Google Chrome by pressing on three vertical dots and select on “More tools” and then “Extensions”. You can search for all the recently installed add-ons and remove all of them.

Optional Method

If the problems related to VenomRAT still persists or you face any issue in removing, then it is advised that your reset the Google Chrome browse settings. Go to three dotted points at the top right corner and choose “Settings”. Scroll down bottom and click on “Advanced”.

At the bottom, notice the “Reset” option and click on it.

In the next opened window, confirm that you want to reset the Google Chrome settings by click on the “Reset” button.

Remove VenomRAT plugins (including all other doubtful plug-ins) from Firefox Mozilla

Open the Firefox menu and select “Add-ons”. Click “Extensions”.  Select all the recently installed browser plug-ins.

Optional Method

If you face problems in VenomRAT removal then you have the option to rese the settings of Mozilla Firefox.

Open the browser (Mozilla Firefox) and click on the “menu” and then click on “Help”.

Choose “Troubleshooting Information”

In the newly opened pop-up window, click “Refresh Firefox” button

The next step is to confirm that really want to reset the Mozilla Firefox settings to its default by clicking on “Refresh Firefox” button.

Remove Malicious Extension from Safari

Open the Safari and go to its “Menu” and select “Preferences”.

Click on the “Extension” and select all the recently installed “Extensions” and then click on “Uninstall”.

Optional Method

Open the “Safari” and go menu. In the drop-down menu, choose “Clear History and Website Data”.

In the newly opened window, select “All History” and then press on “Clear History” option.

Delete VenomRAT (malicious add-ons) from Microsoft Edge

Open Microsoft Edge and go to three horizontal dot icons at the top right corner of the browser. Select all the recently installed extensions and right click on the mouse to “uninstall”

Optional Method

Open the browser (Microsoft Edge) and select “Settings”

Next steps is to click on “Choose what to clear” button

Click on “show more” and then select everything and then press on “Clear” button.

Conclusion

In most cases, the PUPs and adware gets inside the marked PC through unsafe freeware downloads. It is advised that you should only choose developers website only while downloading any kind of free applications.  Choose custom or advanced installation process so that you can trace the additional PUPs listed for installation along with the main program.