SecureExpertCleaner Removal Process (remove Secure Expert Cleaner)

July 22, 2008 – 9:13 am

SecureExpertCleaner Explanation

SecureExpertCleaner or Secure Expert Cleaner is known to be a malicious program in the class of rogue anti-spyware programs. SecureExpertCleaner may look like a tool for removing spyware from your computer but it is not. SecureExpertCleaner is much different from any legitimate spyware removal program because it does not remove spyware. Instead of removing anything, it adds to the frustration of computer users around the world that have SecureExpertCleaner installed on their system.

Once SecureExpertCleaner is installed, usually by the Zlob Trojan undetected or SecureExpertCleaner.com website, it starts attacking you with popups and fake system alerts. Basically, SecureExpertCleaner acts like a bully until you pay him off. You don’t get much in return for paying a bully because he always comes back for more. Do yourself a favor, avoid purchasing SecureExpertCleaner and avoid getting bullied into wasting your money.

Are you getting popups from SecureExpertCleaner? Have you identified that you have SecureExpertCleaner installed on your computer? Do you wish to remove SecureExpertCleaner completely from your computer?

Why should you remove SecureExpertCleaner?

If SecureExpertCleaner resides on your computer, it can potentially damage your personal files or you may end up losing data stored on your system. Research has shown that SecureExpertCleaner may have the ability to make your computer vulnerable to remote attacks which could result, initially, in loss of money, possibly identity theft, and, eventually, a painstaking SecureExpertCleaner removal process.

How can you manually remove SecureExpertCleaner

Manual removal of SecureExpertCleaner may not be for everyone. Each manual SecureExpertCleaner removal step must be followed delicately to completely remove all related files and registry entries from your computer. If you are unsure or have doubts about editing your system registry, then we recommend that you use the automatic SecureExpertCleaner removal process.

SecureExpertCleaner can be removed manually by following the steps below.

1. With all programs closed, click the Start Menu and go to the Control Panel.
2. Locate the Add/Remove Programs icon and double click it.
3. Locate SecureExpertCleaner in the list of programs. If you find it, select it and remove it. If you cannot find SecureExpertCleaner, you can continue to step 5.
4. Restart your computer.
5. Close all open programs and windows on your desktop.
6. Open your registry editor (regedit) program by going to Start Menu, type in regedit, and click OK.
7. Find all of the following registry entries and delete them. If you do not know how to do this, then you can read how to edit the registry in Windows.

   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\sec producttid
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 urlupdateinfo
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 urlinfoabout
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 uninstallstring
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 inno setup: deselected tasks
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 inno setup: icon group
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 displayicon
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run secureexpertcleaner
   SecureExpertCleaner
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\sec frun
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 norepair
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 installlocation
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 helplink
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 inno setup: setup version
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 inno setup: app path
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 quietuninstallstring
   HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\sec producttid
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\5.0\user agent\post platform 3p_usec 1.0.7.1
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\sec
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 nomodify
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 installdate
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 inno setup: user
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 inno setup: selected tasks
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1 displayname
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\uninstall\3p_usec_is1
   HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\sec

8. You may need to return to this removal process for removing SecureExpertCleaner. You can do this easily by bookmarking or adding a favorite to this page by clicking here. If you are using the FireFox web browser you can press the keys Ctrl and D simultaneously to bookmark this page.

   Image 1. Bookmark PCHubs removal process

   

9. Delete all of the following files that are associated with SecureExpertCleaner from your computer.

   SecureExpertCleaner.lnk
   CleanerInstaller[1].exe
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\unins000.exe
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\sec.xml
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\microsoft.vc80.mfc.manifest
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\microsoft.vc80.crt\microsoft.vc80.crt.manifest
   %profile%\application data\microsoft\internet explorer\quick launch\secureexpertcleaner.lnk
   %common_desktopdirectory%\launch secureexpertcleaner.lnk
   SecureExpertCleaner_Installer_Dual_En[2].exe
   Uninstall SecureExpertCleaner.lnk
   SecureExpertCleaner
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\unins000.dat
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\sec.ico
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\microsoft.vc80.crt\msvcr80.dll
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\mfc80.dll
   %common_programs%\secureexpertcleaner\uninstall secureexpertcleaner.lnk
   SecureExpertCleaner_Installer_Dual_En.exe
   Launch SecureExpertCleaner.lnk
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\reminder.exe
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\unins.ico
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\sec.exe
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\microsoft.vc80.crt\msvcp80.dll
   %program_files%\secureexpertcleaner\base.dat
   %common_programs%\secureexpertcleaner\launch secureexpertcleaner.lnk

   If you need a better understanding on how to search for these files then you can read how to find and search for files and folders here.

   If you have issues deleting any of the previously listed files that are associated with SecureExpertCleaner, you can try rebooting your computer into safe mode. Booting into safe mode may allow certain malicious files to be deleted. If you are wondering how to boot into safe mode, you can read our process for starting a computer in safe mode here.

   Image 2. Select “Safe Mode with Networking”

   

10. After locating and deleting the previous files you must remove all directories associated with SecureExpertCleaner by going to the C:\ProgramFiles\SecureExpertCleaner folder, select it, and delete it. In some cases you may not be able to find this directory. You can still continue to the next step.

11. Restart your computer. You do not need to boot into safe mode at this point. You should have removed SecureExpertCleaner completely from your computer. If you find that SecureExpertCleaner is still on your computer, you can repeat the steps again or go to the automatic SecureExpertCleaner removal process.

Automatically Remove SecureExpertCleaner

Automatically remove SecureExpertCleaner for free. Free automatic SecureExpertCleaner removal process.

Do you wish to automatically remove SecureExpertCleaner from your computer? Are you looking for a free method to remove SecureExpertCleaner from your computer? If so, you can utilize the free automatic SecureExpertCleaner removal process below. Each step is designed to aid in the use of the program SmitfraudFix, which is a free tool created by S!Ri to remove parasites such as SecureExpertCleaner. Just so you know there’s no guarantee that SmitfraudFix or any other spyware remover will remove SecureExpertCleaner completely. These instructions are provided as a guide and are to be used at your own risk.

1. Download the SmitfraudFix tool to your computer by using our free download link here. Save the downloaded file to your desktop.

   Image 1. Save SmitfraudFix.exe

   

2. Restart your computer into safe mode. Safe mode will allow malicious files that are normally loaded into memory to be easily deleted by the SmitfraudFix program. Do you want to learn how to boot into safe mode? If so, you can follow our process on how to boot into safe mode here.

3. After booting into safe mode, double-click on the SmitfraudFix.exe icon that should be located on your desktop. Follow the on-screen instructions. Option number 2 should be selected once the program starts.

   Image 2. Click on SmitfraudFix.exe icon

   

4. After SmitfraudFix performs the initial removal processes it will ask you “Do you want to clean the registry?” Select Y for yes.

   Image 3. For “Do you want to clean the registry?,” select Y for yes

   

5. Once SmitfraudFix has finished the registry clean you can restart your computer now.
6. SecureExpertCleaner should be removed from your computer. If not, you can start the automatic removal process over. It may take more than one try in some rare cases.

There’s no guarantee that SmitfraudFix will remove all files due to the complex nature of new spyware files that are ever-changing. If necessary, you may need to get help from a person who knows about computer and spyware.

(Disclaimers: These instructions are provided to you for free and to be used at your own risk. The free removal process for SecureExpertCleaner is not guaranteed to work in all circumstances. We are not responsible for any damages.)