Security Stronghold security made easy

How to remove Hoax.LikeSurf (ads, banners, deals)


* What is Hoax.LikeSurf

* Download WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool

* Remove Hoax.LikeSurf manually

* Uninstall Hoax.LikeSurf from Windows 10

* Uninstall Hoax.LikeSurf from Windows 8/8.1

* Uninstall Hoax.LikeSurf from Windows 7

* Get Professional Support

* Read Comments


Threat indicator: MEDIUM

Threat's profile

Name of the threat:

Command or file name:

Threat type:

Affected OS:

Affected browsers:

Hoax.LikeSurf

taskmgn.exe

Badware

Win32 (Windows XP, Vista/7, 8/8.1, Windows 10)

Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari


Hoax.LikeSurf deceives users either by moving on desirable software or by deceiving them into installation it (computer trojan method). More than one kinds of Hoax.LikeSurf mask themselves as shield programs or even Hoax.LikeSurf removal tool. Hoax.LikeSurf can come bundled with other programs. Hoax.LikeSurf removal is obligatory when Hoax.LikeSurf presence is discovered on machine as Hoax.LikeSurf acts in interplay with other Hoax.LikeSurf. Hoax.LikeSurf removal tool can remove Hoax.LikeSurf which is already in your machine that is the most popular method when performing Hoax.LikeSurf removal operation. In 2006 Microsoft Co. released its Hoax.LikeSurf removal tool which is Windows Defender application which is in by-default package of Windows Vista OS and Windows 7.


Hoax.LikeSurf intrusion method

Hoax.LikeSurf installs on your PC along with free software. This method is called "bundled installation". Freeware offers you to install additional module (Hoax.LikeSurf). Then if you fail to decline the offer it starts hidden installation. Hoax.LikeSurf copies its file(s) to your hard disk. Its typical file name is taskmgn.exe. Sometimes it creates new startup key with name Hoax.LikeSurf and value taskmgn.exe. You can also find it in your processes list with name taskmgn.exe or Hoax.LikeSurf. Also, it can create folder with name Hoax.LikeSurf under C:\Program Files\ or C:\ProgramData. After installation Hoax.LikeSurf starts displaying ads, pop-ups, banners on your PC or in browsers. It is recommended to remove Hoax.LikeSurf immediately.


Download Wipersoft Antispyware

Download this advanced removal tool and solve problems with Hoax.LikeSurf and taskmgn.exe (download of fix will start immediately):

Download WiperSoft Antispyware to remove Hoax.LikeSurf

* WiperSoft Antispyware was developed to remove threats like Hoax.LikeSurf in automatic mode. Remover has active module to protect PC from hijackers, trojans, ransomware and other viruses. Trial version of Wipersoft provides detection of computer viruses for FREE. To remove malware, you have to purchase the full version of Wipersoft.

Features of WiperSoft Antispyware

* Removes all files created by viruses.

* Removes all registry entries created by viruses.

* You can activate System and Network Guards and forget about malware.

* Can fix browser problems and protect browser settings.

* Removal is guaranteed - if Wipersoft fails ask for FREE support.

* 24/7 Spyware Helpdesk Support included into the package.


Try MalwareBytes Premium

Download antimalware designed specifically to remove threats like Hoax.LikeSurf and taskmgn.exe (download of fix will start immediately):

Download AntiMalware to remove Hoax.LikeSurf

Features of MALWAREBYTES PREMIUM

* Removes all files created by Hoax.LikeSurf.

* Removes all registry entries created by Hoax.LikeSurf.

* Fixes browser redirection and hijack if needed.

* "Toolbar Remover" tool will help you get rid of unwanted browser extensions.

* Removal is guaranteed - if MALWAREBYTES PREMIUM fails ask for FREE support.

* 24/7 Helpdesk Support and 5 hours of Remote Support via GoToAssist included into the package.

Let our support team solve your problem with Hoax.LikeSurf and remove Hoax.LikeSurf right now!

support person

Submit support ticket below and describe your problem with Hoax.LikeSurf. Support team will offer you solution in several minutes and give a step-by-step instruction on how to remove Hoax.LikeSurf. Trouble-free tech support with over 10 years experience removing malware.


Submit support ticket

Software Industry Professionals Member
Threat's description and solution are developed by Security Stronghold security team.

Here you can also learn:

* Technical details of Hoax.LikeSurf threat.

* Manual Hoax.LikeSurf removal.

* Download Hoax.LikeSurf Removal Tool.


How to remove Hoax.LikeSurf manually

This problem can be solved manually by deleting all registry keys and files connected with Hoax.LikeSurf, removing it from starup list and unregistering all corresponding DLLs. Additionally missing DLL's should be restored from distribution in case they are corrupted by Hoax.LikeSurf.

To get rid of Hoax.LikeSurf, you should:


1. Kill the following processes and delete the appropriate files:


  • taskmgn.exe
  • cfgh.ini

Warning: you should delete only those files which checksums are listed as malicious. There may be valid files with the same names in your system. We recommend you to use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool for safe problem solution.

**Trial version of Wipersoft provides detection of computer viruses for FREE. To remove malware, you have to purchase the full version of Wipersoft.


2. Delete the following malicious folders:


no information


3. Delete the following malicious registry entries and\or values:


no information

Warning: if value is listed for some registry entries, you should only clear these values and leave keys with such values untouched. We recommend you to use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool for safe problem solution.


Uninstall Hoax.LikeSurf related programs from Control Panel

We recommend you to check list of installed programs and search for Hoax.LikeSurf entry or other unknown and suspicious programs. Below are instructions for different version if Windows. In some cases adware programs are protected by malicious service or process and it will not allow you to uninstall it. If Hoax.LikeSurf won't uninstall or gives you error message that you do not have sufficient rights to do this perform below instructions in Safe Mode or Safe Mode with Networking or use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool.


Windows 10


  • Click on the Start menu and choose Settings

  • Then click on System and choose Apps & Features in the left column

  • Find Hoax.LikeSurf under in the list and click Uninstall button near it.

  • Confirm by clicking Uninstall button in opened window if necessary.



Windows 8/8.1


  • Right click on the bottom left corner of the screen (while on your desktop)

  • In the menu choose Control Panel

  • Click Uninstall a program under Programs and Features.

  • Locate Hoax.LikeSurf or other related suspicious program.

  • Click Uninstall button.

  • Wait until uninstall process is complete.


Windows 7/Vista


  • Click Start and choose Control Panel.

  • Choose Programs and Features and Uninstall a program.

  • In the list of installed programs find Hoax.LikeSurf

  • Click Uninstall button.


Windows XP


  • Click Start

  • In the menu choose Control Panel

  • Choose Add / Remove Programs.

  • Find Hoax.LikeSurf related entries.

  • Click Remove button.


Protect computer and browsers from infection

Adware threats like Hoax.LikeSurf are very wide-spread, and unfortunatelly many antiviruses fail to detect it. To protect your computer from future infection we recommend you to use SpyHunter, it has active protection module and browser settings guard. It does not conflict with any antiviruses and creates additional shield against threats like Hoax.LikeSurf.

Information provided by:

Here are the descriptions of problems connected with Hoax.LikeSurf and taskmgn.exe we received earlier:

Problem Summary: Security Tool Hoax...cannot uninstall this from my system...help

Security Tool presented itself to me as a antivirus program. Deceiving me to believe that I needed to download this software to get rid my system of harmful bugs and hosts trying to steal my credit card information. After researching the past two days I have found that security tool itself is the problem. It has got my system so screwed up. It is blocking me from my windows program. Keeps throwing up fake warnings. This is very frustrating for me. I cannot afford to pay to resolve this issue at this time. I need the use of my laptop and need this crap to go away...HELP ME

Problem was successfully solved. Ticket was closed.

Problem in focus: vundo h

« Back to catalog

Home | Partners | Shop | Support | Terms of use | Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Sitemap

Copyright © 2024 Security Stronghold. All Rights Reserved. All content on this website is protected and belongs to Security Stronghold LLC.