How Can I Remove the Windows Emergency System?

The Windows Emergency System virus is an attack that attempts to trick the computer user into thinking that it is a real security scanning program that requires to be updated before it can properly remove dangerous files from the computer. Once this virus is installed onto the computer it alters the system settings to launch as soon as the computer is started. The user will see a window open that resembles several of the more popular anti virus scanning programs and it will look like it is performing a live scan of the entire system. It is not an actual scan, but instead a pre-scripted program that has been designed to look like a real scan.

At a glance it looks like all of the files on the computer are being searched while the program looks for infected files or potentially dangerous problems. When the Windows Emergency System virus stops the “scan” it displays a list of dangerous files that present a danger to the computer. The user can then select an option that would delete these from the computer. Naturally everyone is going to select this option because they want them removed right away. When this is clicked on a message will display that alerts the user that the virus scanning program needs to be updated in order to complete the removal process. There is a charge to do this and the user can pay directly on the screen with a credit card.

If the user pays the money for the fake upgrade they will assume that everything is fine because the virus message will disappear and it will never be seen again. This will unfortunately give the user a false sense of security. They will think that their computer is safe and being protected since they just updated their virus scanning software when it fact their computer is at risk and still contains the Windows Emergency System virus files installed on the computer which can result in more malicious files being installed. You have to delete the fake alert as soon as possible.

Manual Windows Emergency System Removal Guides:

1. Restart the infected computer into safe mode with networking

If you are in Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7, please try this guide: Restart your computer. As your computer restarts but before Windows launches, tap “F8″ key constantly. When you are at the Advanced Boot Options, use the arrow keys to highlight the “Safe Mode with Networking” option, and then press ENTER.


The Windows Emergency System virus is usually picked up by visiting compromised websites or downloading a free program or add on that also contains this attack. It is very important to be familiar with the virus scanning program that is installed on the computer and always keep it updated so you do not fall victim to a scam like this. If you know your software is up to date then you will not fall for this. It is also a good idea to set the virus software to perform a system scan automatically when the computer is turned on. This will help to detect malicious attacks like this. But lots of viruses change fast, they escape from scanning, so the best way to clean it out is consult with computer experts.