Dllhost.exe still persist in task manager, taking up cpu memory

Zypher · 10 Nov 2014

Hi I'm new and I seriously need help I'm at my wits end, I tried everything and nothing works. Tried malware bytes, hitman, rouge killer, clean boot, went into safe mode. Changed codecs for the thumbnails. Nothing works.

The dllhost.exe virus still persist. A temporary fix I found was disabling the network adapter and the virus stops replicating in the task manager, but as soon as I turn it back on the virus starts replicating and takes up cpu memory

I'm think of backing up my data and do a clean install to get rid of the stress.

Shimshom · 11 Nov 2014

it can take weeks to clean a virus and even then you can never be 100% it's gone completely and it's a lot quicker to reinstall Windows if you can so back up your data and use the below tutorial to reinstall and it's good for retail also

Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7

Zypher · 11 Nov 2014

Does reinstalling windows delete viruses completely?

Shimshom · 11 Nov 2014

Yes it mostly does as long as you remove all partitions including the MBR but if you want to be 100% sure use this tutorial 1st
https://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials...ard-drive.html
Just make sure you back up your data before using it and disconnect any external or internal HD or USB stick and heed the warnings in the tutorial
then reinstall Windows using this tutorial
Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
Hope this helps and feel free to ask for whatever other info you need

Zypher · 13 Nov 2014

One last question. If I backup my files using an online backup service like OneDrive. And then reinstall windows will I lose my backups there?

Shimshom · 13 Nov 2014

You won't lose your backup on OneDrive or other online services but I also suggest to make a backup to an external hard drive and disconnect it from the computer once it's done. If you do intend to reinstall windows use the below tutorial for a better experience
Clean Install Windows 7