Mysearchdial Toolbar
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| Popularity Rank: | 324 |
| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 204,588 |
| First Seen: | May 14, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | October 5, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Mysearchdial Toolbar on your system indicates a potential threat to your computer's security and privacy. This toolbar is categorized as a Trojan-type threat, which means it can cause harm to your system by exploiting vulnerabilities or stealing sensitive information. In this removal report, we will provide you with general guidance on how to remove Mysearchdial Toolbar and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Mysearchdial Toolbar?
Mysearchdial Toolbar is a type of malware that can be installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. It is designed to modify your browser settings, track your browsing activity, and display unwanted advertisements. This toolbar can also collect your personal data, such as search queries, browsing history, and login credentials, which can be used for malicious purposes.
How Mysearchdial Toolbar Operates
Mysearchdial Toolbar operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or browser. It can be installed through malicious downloads, infected software, or compromised websites. Once installed, it can modify your browser settings, such as changing your default search engine or homepage, and display unwanted advertisements. This toolbar can also communicate with its command and control server to receive updates or transmit stolen data.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of Mysearchdial Toolbar infection can vary, but common indicators include unwanted browser toolbars, modified browser settings, and increased advertising activity. You may also experience system slowdowns, crashes, or freezes. Additionally, you may notice that your search queries are being redirected to unfamiliar websites or that your personal data is being stolen.
- Unwanted browser toolbars or extensions
- Modified browser settings, such as changed default search engine or homepage
- Increased advertising activity, such as pop-ups or banners
- System slowdowns, crashes, or freezes
- Stolen personal data, such as search queries or login credentials
How to Remove Mysearchdial Toolbar
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Mysearchdial Toolbar from loading.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of Mysearchdial Toolbar.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to Mysearchdial Toolbar.
- Reset your browser settings, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge, to their default values to remove any modifications made by Mysearchdial Toolbar.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that Mysearchdial Toolbar has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Mysearchdial Toolbar from your system requires careful attention to detail and a comprehensive approach. By following the steps outlined in this removal report, you can effectively remove this Trojan-type threat and prevent future infections. Remember to always use reputable anti-malware tools, keep your system and browser up to date, and practice safe browsing habits to minimize the risk of malware infections.
Aliases
2 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Symantec | Trojan.Gen.SMH |
| McAfee | Artemis!6611F0E57AA3 |
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | UpdateTask.exe.vir | 6611f0e57aa3223fa798be3f6d1df458 | 4,842 |
| 2. | upd.exe | 7d6cddf14256d0ebc06d61eee50c0187 | 4,498 |
| 3. | MysearchdialUpdate.exe | e3f6b5f62902d6da5d2578f6d82142e6 | 1,890 |
| 4. | trz4D83.tmp | 0dbff4fa117e66d047d4f0e5e61dbf2f | 1,392 |
| 5. | A0050582.exe | 2eac89def001ca16963472c2676e2b4e | 1,021 |
| 6. | 51581uninstall.exe | 9f81fea4d9046dbc6566cf9233388ee6 | 905 |
| 7. | A0048092.exe | 7529e5841bf768f79fbfb26dd5d9921e | 724 |
| 8. | 58032uninstall.exe | b977e943d006e6c5a75db326a023559b | 251 |
| 9. | brs.exe | 705e91611d27b60b02878f481ad27c82 | 200 |
| 10. | uninstall.exe.vir | dd5ea0a70ac9e446f85eb1f321a184f6 | 198 |
| 11. | 8934uninstall.exe | e1cbd15f0cd01171c8b98eb19803b220 | 105 |
| 12. | UpdateTask.exe | eb09d68c78a8131b3b82a088c10f02a0 | 68 |
| 13. | MySearchDial.exe | 05b9c925c776fc4953acf0083843dca5 | 16 |
| 14. | mysearchdial.dll | 704cea7b5616c0d7c2be5b789178aa8b | 8 |
| 15. | uninstall.exe | b0bd18d4f4d56786729fe66e003a8ff9 | 8 |
| 16. | mysearchdial__crxwebinstaller.exe | 7f598e69d838618d85a3d0a065f9c1a9 | 2 |
| 17. | mysearchdialsrv.exe | 543989e937758094a3690d69ee7c9ccc | 2 |
| 18. | mysearchdialSetup.exe | f8bd05e5c1fd8471d6b99f30f292370f | 0 |
Registry Details
Directories
Mysearchdial Toolbar may create the following directory or directories:
| %APPDATA%\mysearchdial |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Mysearchdial |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Mysearchdial |
| %USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\mysearchdial |
| %USERPROFILE%\Application Data\mysearchdial |
URLs
Mysearchdial Toolbar may call the following URLs:
| .mysearchdial.com |
