Ring3 API Hook Scanner
Think that a malicious program or tool is running on your system but your resident antivirus solution can't seem to grasp it? Then it is time to use alternative security software to throughly check your computer and get a second, third or even fourth opinion. Programs that I like to use for that task are Dr.Web CureIt, an excellent program that does not interfere with installed applications, SuperAntiSpyware or Malwarebytes Anti-Malware. While I prefer those tools for the job, I keep an assortment of tools ready on my PC in case I need to dig deeper than that.
And Ring3 API Hook Scanner has just been added to it. The program is a free portable security application for the Windows operating system that can be used to scan all running processes for "some types of usermode hooks". In other words, it is an anti-rootkit software.
Here is how it works: you run the 32-bit or 64-bit version of the program on your system, and click on scan once the interface shows up. It takes a couple of seconds to scan all processes, and if anything is found, it is displayed directly in the interface.
The only indication that the scan has finished is that it returns to its former start after the scan. There is no notification in the end, and if nothing is found, you may just find yourself clicking again on Scan just to make sure you did it right the first time.
If something is found though you will receive information about the hook type and the process. That's however just the beginning of your journey then, as Ring3 API Hook Scanner can't resolve the issue for you, as it is only able to detect but not remove. Not everything that is found by the software is necessarily a rootkit. If you are using Sandboxie for instance, you may find the program listed here even though it is a legit program.
Ring3 Api Hook Scanner can also be run from the command line to scan all running processes or a particular process only. You can use the following command line parameters to do that:
- Ring3Scan.exe /pid:all /log:C:\Ring3Hooks.log
- Ring3Scan.exe /pid:1234 /log:C:\Ring3Hooks.log
The first command scans all processes and saves a log file to the main hard drive, the second scans only the process with ID 1234 and saves a log file to the same location.
The software is compatible with all 32-bit and 64-bit editions of the Microsoft Windows operating system from Windows 2000 all the way to the latest version.
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Does it come back after every “moment” update?
Yeah right.. Like this is going to stop defender from running =) This is comedy gold right here.
no ‘about the author’ paragraph?
For permanent disable defender is if removed complete from system no just change permission folder.
Just this is joke.
simpler, load Autoruns (SysInternals)
– filter “Defender”
– untag all entries
– reboot
nothing has changed since my 1st modification years ago
I wouldn’t disable Defender imho, it has too many hidden roots inside Windows itself. One time I tried to uninstall it using brute force scripts and then the Onedrive feature stopped working definitely. A reinstallation was needed and since those times I prefer to maintain Defender untouched. It’s a better method to install another antivirus and it will disable Defender in a safer and easier mode (e.g., Avast is the best in this way, and also Panda Cloud Free is good too).
U are just * [Editor: removed] thats the problem ;p first of all u shall always debloat windows u shall have max 65 services with your drivers for pc and windows own servs. You didnt know what that script did
You can not stop defender from running in background or remove it without some penalty. All you can do is to limit telemetry.
@borts,
It’s probably Smartscreen which is preventing WD from being disabled. Get rid of that and the problem should be solved: https://thegeekpage.com/disable-windows-defender-smartscreen/#How_to_disable_the_Windows_Defender_SmartScreen_via_Local_Group_Policy_Editor
Remove Windows and go for Linux.
Linux sucks dude. Besides it’s not comparable to Windows, these OSes are in different classes entirely.
I use Linux as my daily driver. It’s far more stable than Windows. When’s the last time you used Linux, 2010?
@basingstoke
You’re right, dude. Bro, linux is just a bunch of code that starts before the OS, dude. Brobrodude, that shit ain’t even got emojis, dudebrodudeman! Dudebro, it’s no way near as cool as Windows with its hardcoded abilities to make money off the user, bro. Yo brodude man, you’re the coolest dude ever man, bro. Dude.
Lol what? Windows 7 doesn’t come with any Emojis
Download Autoruns and remove the checkmark from Windows Defender. It doesn’t remove it, but it will never run. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/downloads/autoruns
Just use “Defender Control”:
https://www.sordum.org/9480/defender-control-v2-1/comment-page-1/#comments
Per this video,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLIjr7FyxZ8
it also works on Windows 11 too…
Win Defender, is completly the most succesful free-built in antivirus of Microsoft. Really nice product. Saved my ass a lot of times. Has updated malware database, completly strong defence
from whatever smart screen disables. Or if you want better and more upgrated (paid) program,
you can go further. But defender is always on your side.
Why would one disable Windows (or Microsoft) Defender in the first place?. I consider this to be playing with fire big time. Everybody knows that if one is using another A-V, Defender will be disabled on its own and won’t be in one’s way.
Why would I want to disable Windows Defender in the first place? It’s a great anti virus in my opinion. Been using it since Windows 8 and and never had a problem or a virus. Why mess with a good thing, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.
How a ridiculous article!
I am thoroughly stunned.
Why Should You Disable First-Party Windows Defender?
I can only think that it is “malice or perversely intention (want you to buy a third-party AV where you can expect a back margin)” to guide invalidation without showing the premise.
No sane company will use third-party closed source programs (such as AV).
As I thought, “Ghacks Technology News” seems to be coming to downfall.