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Threat's profile Threat indicator: HIGH

Name of the threat:Adware Generic_r.KF

Command or file name:install_flash_player.exe

Threat type:Adware

Affected OS:Win32/Win64 (Windows XP, Vista/7, 8/8.1, Windows 10)

Affected browsers:Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari

Adware Generic_r.KF and Adware Generic_r.KG are detections of AVG Antivirus and AVG Internet Security that in some cases can not be fully removed by AVG. That happens if AVG cannot detect the main file of the infections that constantly reproduces this infection. Use SpyHunter to fully remove Adware Generic_r.KF and Adware Generic_r.KG.


Adware Generic_r.KF intrusion method

Adware Generic_r.KF

Adware Generic_r.KF installs on your PC along with free software. This method is called "bundled installation". Freeware offers you to install additional module (Adware Generic_r.KF). Then if you fail to decline the offer it starts hidden installation. Adware Generic_r.KF copies its file(s) to your hard disk. Its typical file name is install_flash_player.exe. Then it creates new startup key with name Adware Generic_r.KF and value install_flash_player.exe. You can also find it in your processes list with name install_flash_player.exe or Adware Generic_r.KF. Also, it can create folder with name Adware Generic_r.KF under C:\Program Files\ or C:\ProgramData. If you have further questions about Adware Generic_r.KF, please ask below. You can use programs to remove Adware Generic_r.KF from your browsers below.


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Features of Spyhunter Remediation Tool

  • Removes all files created by Adware Generic_r.KF.
  • Removes all registry entries created by Adware Generic_r.KF.
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How to remove Adware Generic_r.KF manually

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

To get rid of Adware Generic_r.KF, you should:

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

  • install_flash_player.exe

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.

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2. Delete the following malicious folders:

  • (randomname)

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

  • Key: (randomname)

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 Adware Generic_r.KF related programs from Control Panel

We recommend you to check list of installed programs and search for Adware Generic_r.KF 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 Adware Generic_r.KF 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 Adware Generic_r.KF 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 programs that can be connected with Adware Generic_r.KF 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 entries related to Adware Generic_r.KF
  • Click Uninstall button.

Windows XP

  • Click Start
  • In the menu choose Control Panel
  • Choose Add / Remove Programs.
  • Find Adware Generic_r.KF related entries.
  • Click Remove button.

Remove Adware Generic_r.KF related extensions from your browsers

Adware Generic_r.KF in some cases can be accompanied with browsers extension. We recommend you to use free option Toolbar Remover under Tools in Spyhunter Remediation Tool to remove unwanted browser extensions related to Adware Generic_r.KF. We recommend you to perform scan your PC with Removal Tool or Spyhunter Remediation Tool. To remove extenions from your browsers manually do the following:

Internet Explorer

  • While in Internet Explorer click cogwheel icon in the top right corner
  • In the menu choose the Manage Add-ons
  • Select Toolbar and Extension tab.
  • Choose add-on possibly related to Adware Generic_r.KF or other related adware BHO.
  • Click Disable button.

Warning: This option will only disable unwanted plugin. For effective Adware Generic_r.KF removal use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool.

Google Chrome

  • Start Google Chrome.
  • In the address bar type chrome://extensions/
  • In the list of add-ons find related to Adware Generic_r.KF and click recycle bin icon.
  • Confirm Adware Generic_r.KF removal.

Mozilla Firefox

  • Open Firefox
  • In the address bar type about:addons
  • Click Extensions tab.
  • In the list of extension locate ones related to Adware Generic_r.KF.
  • Click Remove button near it.

Protect computer and browsers from infection

Adware threats like Adware Generic_r.KF are very widespread and, unfortunately, many anti-virus programs fail to detect it. To protect your computer from future infection we recommend you to use WiperSoft Antispyware Malware Remediation Tool, it has active protection module and browser settings guard. It does not conflict with any anti-virus programs and creates additional shield against threats like Adware Generic_r.KF.


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