Threat Database Browser Hijackers MyStart IncrediBar

MyStart IncrediBar

By CagedTech in Browser Hijackers
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Threat Scorecard

Popularity Rank: 2,347
Threat Level: 50 % (Medium)
Infected Computers: 346,517
First Seen: February 28, 2012
Last Seen: October 4, 2026
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of MyStart IncrediBar on your system indicates a potential threat to your computer's security and privacy. This report aims to provide you with general guidance on understanding and removing this threat.

What Is MyStart IncrediBar?

MyStart IncrediBar is a type of malicious software that can compromise your computer's security and potentially lead to unwanted consequences. While the specifics of this threat are not detailed here, it is essential to approach its removal with caution and follow best practices to minimize risks.

How MyStart IncrediBar Operates

Malicious software like MyStart IncrediBar typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or manipulating user behavior to gain unauthorized access to computer systems. Once installed, it may collect sensitive information, display unwanted advertisements, or disrupt system performance. Understanding how such threats operate is crucial for taking appropriate measures to protect your computer and personal data.

Symptoms of Infection

Computers infected with MyStart IncrediBar or similar threats may exhibit a range of symptoms. These can include, but are not limited to, unexpected changes in browser settings, the appearance of unwanted toolbars or extensions, increased pop-up advertisements, or general system slowdowns. Recognizing these symptoms early can help in initiating the removal process promptly.

  • Unwanted changes in browser home pages or search engines
  • Appearance of unfamiliar toolbars or browser extensions
  • Increased frequency of pop-up ads or unexpected redirects
  • System performance issues, such as slowdowns or frequent crashes

How to Remove MyStart IncrediBar

Removing MyStart IncrediBar requires a systematic approach to ensure all components of the threat are eliminated from your system. Follow these steps carefully:

  1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to limit the threat's ability to interfere with the removal process.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all traces of the threat.
  3. Uninstall any recently installed or suspicious programs that could be related to MyStart IncrediBar.
  4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any unwanted changes made by the malware.
  5. Reboot your computer and perform another scan to ensure that all components of the threat have been successfully removed.

Conclusion

The removal of MyStart IncrediBar from your computer is crucial for restoring your system's security and performance. By following the steps outlined in this report and maintaining vigilance against future threats, you can protect your computer and personal data from potential harm. Regularly updating your software, using reputable security tools, and practicing safe browsing habits are key to preventing similar infections in the future.

Aliases

6 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
McAfee Artemis!36C55F1CCDD6
AntiVir APPL/InstallBrain.Gen5
Comodo ApplicUnwnt.Win32.AdWare.IBrain.B
Avast Win32:PUP-gen [PUP]
F-Prot W32/IBrain.B.gen!Eldorado
K7AntiVirus Unwanted-Program

SpyHunter Detects & Remove MyStart IncrediBar

File System Details

MyStart IncrediBar may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. dmwu.exe#99CB3988B192FEAC 6718d6a986ff9314d372c61c2fac0941 5,169
2. incredibar.dll.vir 8b98614e51db02ba75859ad4b827deeb 2,601
3. ExtensionUpdaterService.exe 6b272502304dde4cb552c8cdd90b9cd0 2,021
4. A0096661.exe 302a025cab861cfbc06dda6d6f67e790 1,917
5. A15A9CFD-EB1B-9A69-9778-445885328414 87fd7ae5432d5eee6f5776da866fa01c 1,783
6. Extension32.dll 4a4ddd9a42046ff4ceecc3707d7b8469 1,625
7. A0205795.dll 3fc38b1f037120559fdeb6e89f75439d 1,299
8. PCperformer_Setup (1).exe c73979282f0b3e3b07475771e12f4ce6 247
9. file0008.chk 9f59670d799c63208da2724ab3dd0cee 116
10. dmwu.exe.vir 26fec007e1ef608c1fa67960180f541a 100
11. wrtc.exe 35aed5849a6032e077108f767a9d7b5f 68
12. incredimail_install.exe d785355f276fc063e879c1035c224e40 54
13. wrtc.exe.vir 43f9ce2ff049ee7c927032b44607d269 53
14. STIJ.EXE 41b93be7a41fa8fe24d4ade9ab3b0d8a 53
15. ddddeeee.exe 36e30d1e00c2a691b54991a7cd7efada 53
16. dmwu.exe_old 382f8e1cf75dd68050e96b5150f6fc37 47
17. $REOHG4C.dll 199d2bcb915be153f54bb58dbf16992d 45
18. ExTEnsion32.dll.vir 2894b9b023ad33b7fd4e42f91eae2379 39
19. stij.exe.vir aecd7c4e1b046d0a7d443e4bdb7b9386 21
20. A0196086.exe f946a65b60f27ad97a70143e3a6656d1 12
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Registry Details

MyStart IncrediBar may create the following registry entry or registry entries:
CLSID
{238D4B4C-D63C-42A7-B6D8-DC96C8C0F5B9}
{322F82C7-DE90-4579-93AA-971DCF45B5E9}
Software\AppDataLow\Software\Incredibar-Games_EN
SOFTWARE\Classes\esrv.IncredibarESrvc
SOFTWARE\IB Updater
Software\IBUpdaterService
Software\ImInstaller\Incredibar
Software\Incredibar
SOFTWARE\Incredibar-Games_EN
SOFTWARE\Incredibar.com
Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\DOMStorage\incredibar.com
Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\SearchScopes\{CFF4DB9B-135F-47c0-9269-B4C6572FD61A}
SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Tracing\incredibar_install_RASAPI32
SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Tracing\incredibar_install_RASMANCS
SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Incredibar.com
SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\IBUpdaterService
incredibar
Incredibar-Games EN Toolbar
{336D0C35-8A85-403a-B9D2-65C292C39087}_is1

Directories

MyStart IncrediBar may create the following directory or directories:

%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\IBUpdaterService
%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Dati applicazioni\IBUpdaterService
%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\IBUpdaterService
%APPDATA%\IBUpdaterService
%AppData%\Incredibar
%PROGRAMFILES%\IB Updater
%PROGRAMFILES%\Incredibar-Games_EN
%PROGRAMFILES%\Incredibar.com
%PROGRAMFILES%\Incredibar.com\incredibar
%PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\IB Updater
%PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Incredibar-Games_EN
%PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Incredibar.com
%TEMP%\mt_ffx\Incredibar.com
%UserProfile%\AppData\LocalLow\Incredibar-Games_EN

URLs

MyStart IncrediBar may call the following URLs:

mystart.incredibar.com

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: MyStart IncrediBar
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: f55266fb97637a2092d63abfa18d165e
SHA1: 0889c759df3bf9703fa6bbe45c1983ca59a4b440
SHA256: DE56CEC40635159EF74BB8BCAB6CAA2DF2E3A08AF990E3614DE4A44C97550FD6
File Size: 1.13 MB, 1126378 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

  • File doesn't have "Rich" header
  • File doesn't have debug information
  • File doesn't have exports table
  • File doesn't have relocations information
  • File doesn't have security information
  • File has TLS information
  • File is 32-bit executable
  • File is either console or GUI application
  • File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
  • File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
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  • File is not packed
  • IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
  • IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

Windows PE Version Information

Name Value
Comments This installation was built with Inno Setup.
Company Name IncrediBar
File Description IB Updater Setup
Product Name IB Updater
Product Version 2.0.0.578