If you’ve recently noticed a strange process or file labeled Tarao Cuviaq Utils on your device and your computer is running slower than usual, this could be a sign of a Trojan infection. Trojans like Tarao Cuviaq Utils and Koqlpo Cynav Tool are sneaky – they often disguise themselves as regular applications or files, which makes them difficult to spot them at first. Tarao Cuviaq Utils can even pave the way for more malware to sneak in. I’ve outlined the steps below to guide you through the process of getting rid of this threat once and for all.
Tarao Cuviaq Utils Removal Instructions
Before we get to the advanced removal instructions for Tarao Cuviaq Utils, we recommend attempting to remove it the traditional way, by uninstalling it. This won’t work most of the time but it’s still worth a try because it might save you lots of time in case you get lucky and the malware goes away:
Quick Tarao Cuviaq Utils Removal Steps
- 1.1Open the Start Menu then navigate to Settings (which looks like a gear icon).
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Head to the Apps section. All installed programs are listed there and Tarao Cuviaq Utils should also be listed on that page. - 1.3Sort the applications by installation date. Look for recent additions, especially Tarao Cuviaq Utils or any software you don’t recognize.
- 1.4If you find Tarao Cuviaq Utils or any other sketchy app, select it and click Uninstall. Start the uninstallation process. Follow the prompts to confirm the removal.
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1.5After that, go to the installation directory. Look for the malware folder in
C:\UserNames\UserName\AppData\Local\Programs, but know it could also be elsewhere. - 1.6Once you find it, delete it and restart your PC to see if things are back to normal.
Don’t worry if the malware is still on your PC. You are yet to perform the advanced removal steps we’ve prepared for you below.
SUMMARY:
| Name | Tarao Cuviaq Utils |
| Type | Trojan |
| Detection Tool |
Some threats reinstall themselves if you don’t delete their core files. We recommend downloading SpyHunter to remove harmful programs for you. This may save you hours and ensure you don’t harm your system by deleting the wrong files. |
OFFERBefore You Begin: Things to Keep in Mind
Malware changes and in spite of our best efforts to keep our guides up-to-date, the steps in them may not always have the same level of effectiveness. For this reason, if you find that the next steps aren’t enough to rid you of Tarao Cuviaq Utils, we advise you to use a reputable anti-malware tool to help with the removal.
The program we recommend is SpyHunter 5 because it has helped us time and time again deal with all sorts of malware. If you are interested in giving it a try, you’ll find it linked on the current page.
How to Get Rid of the Tarao Cuviaq Utils Virus
Before we start the removal process, you need to prepare through some extra tools and system tweaks.
1. Preparing for the Tarao Cuviaq Utils Removal
- 1.1First, make hidden files and folders visible so that the malware can’t hide anything from you:
Open Folder Options from the Start Menu (just type its name there). Go to the View tab and choose the option to show hidden files and folders.
Apply the changes to ensure you won’t miss any hidden parts of the malware. - 1.2Next, you must get LockHunter. The tool is free and very easy to set up and use. Some users hesitate to install third-party software, but LockHunter is non-negotiable for this guide.
Download and install it and then you can proceed to the next steps.
Remove the Tarao Cuviaq Utils App From the Task Manager
Tarao Cuviaq Utils is likely quietly running its processes in the background without your permission or knowledge, but this can actually help you delete the malware.
2. How to Delete Tarao Cuviaq Utils Processes in the Task Manager
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2.1To stop these processes, open Task Manager by pressing
Ctrl + Shift + Esc. - 2.2If the Task Manager appears in its compact view mode, click More Details to expand it and see all processes. Then sort them by Memory or CPU usage to spot any oddities.
- 2.3Examine the list for processes linked to Tarao Cuviaq Utils or anything suspicious and pay attention to the ones that are using the most resources. If you see a resource-intensive task that doesn’t seem linked to a program you know, you must investigate further.
- 2.4For each suspect process, right-click it and open its file location.
- 2.5Try to delete the entire folder containing the malicious files. If the system won’t let you remove it, use LockHunter: Right-click the folder, choose the option to see what’s locking it, then delete it through the LockHunter window.
- 2.6After you delete the rogue folder and all files it contained, go back to the Task Manager and note down the exact name of the rogue process (you’ll need it for later. Then select the suspicious process, and click End Task. This ensures the malware isn’t running while you remove its other components.
Delete Tarao Cuviaq Utils Virus Files
With active processes stopped, it’s time to remove leftover files scattered around your system. Tarao Cuviaq Utils has likely created files in different locations in your system, so you must be thorough in your cleanup to ensure it’s all taken care of.
3. How to Get Rid of Tarao Cuviaq Utils Files
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3.1First, check the Startup folders. You’ll find them at:
C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\StartupC:\Users\*YourUsername*\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup -
3.2Delete all contents except for
desktop.ini(if you see it there) – that’s a standard file, so leave it alone. Again, if a particular file resists deletion, use LockHunter to take care of it. -
3.3Next, look in the
Program FilesandProgram Files (x86)directories on yourC:drive. If you see folders you don’t recognize or ones that appear linked to Tarao Cuviaq Utils, delete them. -
3.4Also, go to these paths to find and erase any Tarao Cuviaq Utils-related folders:
C:\Users\%user%\AppData\Local\ProgramsC:\Users\%user%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs -
3.5Finally, clear out the Temp folder at
C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Temp. This folder holds temporary files so it’s okay to delete them all. Just press Ctrl + A to select everything contained in the Temp folder, and then delete it.
After you’ve done deleting files and folders, remember to right-click the Recycle Bin and click Empty Bin to ensure nothing related to the malware remains on your PC.
Get Rid of Tarao Cuviaq Utils Tasks in the Task Scheduler
Malware often creates tasks in the Task Scheduler that ensure it gets launched automatically or even re-introduced into the system after a successful removal attempt. For this reason, it’s critical you don’t forget this part of the cleanup process:
4. Eliminate Tarao Cuviaq Utils Scheduled Tasks
- 4.1Use the Start Menu to search for the Task Scheduler and open it. Then look through the scheduled tasks in the Task Scheduler Library.
- 4.2We recommend checking each task (there aren’t that many). To examine a task, double-click it and go to the Actions tab. This will tell you exactly what the task does when triggered.
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4.3Look for tasks that run unknown executables, scripts, or files located in
AppDataorRoaming. - 4.4If you find such a task, note the file path for later and then delete the task from the scheduler.
- 4.5Then go to the noted file location and delete the file that the task was set to execute.
- 4.6Do this with all suspicious tasks that are set to run something questionable.
Uninstall Tarao Cuviaq Utils Through the System Registry
The Windows Registry is another key location where malware pretty much always leaves its mark. You must be cautious here because mistakes can cause system problems. Malware often adds entries here to embed itself deeply.
5. Quick Steps to Remove Tarao Cuviaq Utils from Windows Registry
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5.1Open the Registry Editor by pressing Winkey + R, typing
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5.2In the Registry Editor window, use
Ctrl + Fto open the search box. Then type the name of the program you tried to uninstall at the start of this guide. - 5.3If a related item is found, click the key (folder) in the left panel that contains it and delete that key. Then repeat the search to see if there are more rogue keys. Keep doing this until no more search results are shown.
- 5.4Then search again for any other programs you tried to uninstall. Also, run a search with the name of the process (or processes) you ended in the Task Manager earlier in the guide.
- 5.5You an also search for “Tarao Cuviaq Utils” but most of the time there won’t be registry items with this exact name. Still worth the try, though.
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5.6Finally, navigate to these registry keys:
HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunHKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnceHKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunHKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnceHKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\RunHKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\RunHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServicesHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServicesOnceHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce\SetupHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services - 5.7Look for values (items in the right panel) that reference Tarao Cuviaq Utils or unknown applications. Delete only those specific values. Leave the keys that contain them untouched.
After you are done with the Registry cleanup, the malware should no longer be on your PC. Restart the computer and use it for some time to see if everything’s truly back to normal.
If you do notice any signs that Tarao Cuviaq Utils is still present in the system, it’s probably time to resort to using professional removal software. We already mentioned how SpyHunter 5 can help you finalize the system cleanup, so consider getting it in order to fully delete Tarao Cuviaq Utils and ensure it doesn’t come back to bother you.