The file gebyx.dll is classified as an unsafe application that relates to a Trojan.Vundo variant, which is malware that is most likely downloaded and installed by adware or spyware that the user has downloaded from the Internet, or from a spam email attachment. This malware injects as a DLL (direct link library file) into Windows system process and installs as a browser helper object (BHO) that has the functionality to monitor the user's browsing activities and download other malware from the Internet. Trojan Vundo variants usually display intrusive popup advertisements that are related to rogue antispyware programs. Trojan Vundo infections are difficult to detect and remove because the malware inserts registry entries to suppress Windows warnings about the disabling of firewall, antivirus, and the Automatic Updates service. As part of its defense mechanism, Trojan Vundo injects a rootkit into the system, making the infection more difficult to remove.
How can I stop gebyx.dll and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. gebyx.dll. is used by Trojan Vundo, If you shut down gebyx.dll, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop gebyx.dll, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Trojan Vundo, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
Is this a virus or other security concern?
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as Trojan Vundo, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is gebyx.dll known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if gebyx.dll is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if gebyx.dll. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that gebyx.dll, belongs to, in this case Trojan Vundo