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How to remove the AuroraHandler virus


Most antivirus programs identify AuroraHandler.dll as malware.
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AuroraHandler.dll file information

The process known as www.abetterinternet.com appears to be part of software AuroraHandler by AuroraHandler.

Description: AuroraHandler.dll is located in the folder C:\Windows. The file size on Windows 7/XP is 172,032 bytes. http://www.file.net/process/aurorahandler.dll.html 
This .dll file is a Browser Helper Object (BHO) that runs automatically every time you start your Internet browser. BHOs are not stopped by personal firewalls, because they are identified by the firewall as your browser itself. BHOs are often used by adware and spyware. The unique ID of this BHO is 4AA870AC-8427-42a4-B92E-ECD956197489. The program is not visible. The file is located in the Windows folder, but it is not a Windows core file. It is able to monitor Internet browser. The service has no detailed description. AuroraHandler.dll is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 72% dangerous.

Recommended: Identify AuroraHandler.dll related errors

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as AuroraHandler.dll, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the AuroraHandler.dll process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.



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