Backdoor.agent.amlr is categorized as a backdoor Trojan that may install spyware, collect private information or download rogue security applications no the affected machine. The Trojan is capable of opening a backdoor on the infected PC, thus allowing remote access to the system. If you suspect that your PC has been compromised by Backdoor.agent.amlr, you should use a reliable AV tool to remove it.
How Does Backdoor.agent.amlr Affect Your System?
Backdoor Trojans are seen as the most dangerous type of Trojans because of their ability to download malware or unsafe software on the targeted machine and connect to a C&C server.
Backdoor.agent.amlr can connect to a remote host for the purposes listed below:
- Download spyware on the affected computer.
- Receive instructions from cyber crooks.
- Download rogue AV applications.
Backdoor.agent.amlr Distribution Method
Backdoor Trojans usually enter the targeted system through malicious attachments to spam email messages or as the user lands on a corrupted web page. Backdoor.agent.amlr can also infiltrate your machine bundled with freeware.
Malware researchers remind that performing your downloads from verified sources and never opening emails from unknown senders is crucial for your computer’s safety.
How to Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Your Computer?
PC users are advised to run a full system scan and remove any detected threats in Safe Mode. Below we have provided detailed instructions on how to delete Backdoor.agent.amlr permanently from your PC.
Spy Hunter scanner will only detect the threat. If you want the threat to be automatically removed, you need to purchase the full version of the anti-malware tool. Find Out More About SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool
- Guide 1: How to Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Windows.
- Guide 2: Get rid of Backdoor.agent.amlr from Mac OS X.
- Guide 3: Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Google Chrome.
- Guide 4: Erase Backdoor.agent.amlr from Mozilla Firefox.
- Guide 5: Uninstall Backdoor.agent.amlr from Microsoft Edge.
- Guide 6: Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Safari.
- Guide 7: Eliminate Backdoor.agent.amlr from Internet Explorer.
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How to Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove Backdoor.agent.amlr





Step 2: Uninstall Backdoor.agent.amlr and related software from Windows
Here is a method in few easy steps that should be able to uninstall most programs. No matter if you are using Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP, those steps will get the job done. Dragging the program or its folder to the recycle bin can be a very bad decision. If you do that, bits and pieces of the program are left behind, and that can lead to unstable work of your PC, errors with the file type associations and other unpleasant activities. The proper way to get a program off your computer is to Uninstall it. To do that:



Step 3: Clean any registries, created by Backdoor.agent.amlr on your computer.
The usually targeted registries of Windows machines are the following:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
You can access them by opening the Windows registry editor and deleting any values, created by Backdoor.agent.amlr there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:



Before starting "Step 4", please boot back into Normal mode, in case you are currently in Safe Mode.
This will enable you to install and use SpyHunter 5 successfully.
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Get rid of Backdoor.agent.amlr from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall Backdoor.agent.amlr and remove related files and objects
1. Hit the ⇧+⌘+U keys to open Utilities. Another way is to click on “Go” and then click “Utilities”, like the image below shows:
- Go to Finder.
- In the search bar type the name of the app that you want to remove.
- Above the search bar change the two drop down menus to “System Files” and “Are Included” so that you can see all of the files associated with the application you want to remove. Bear in mind that some of the files may not be related to the app so be very careful which files you delete.
- If all of the files are related, hold the ⌘+A buttons to select them and then drive them to “Trash”.
In case you cannot remove Backdoor.agent.amlr via Step 1 above:
In case you cannot find the virus files and objects in your Applications or other places we have shown above, you can manually look for them in the Libraries of your Mac. But before doing this, please read the disclaimer below:
You can repeat the same procedure with the following other Library directories:
→ ~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
Tip: ~ is there on purpose, because it leads to more LaunchAgents.
Step 2: Scan for and remove Backdoor.agent.amlr files from your Mac
When you are facing problems on your Mac as a result of unwanted scripts and programs such as Backdoor.agent.amlr, the recommended way of eliminating the threat is by using an anti-malware program. SpyHunter for Mac offers advanced security features along with other modules that will improve your Mac’s security and protect it in the future.
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Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Google Chrome.
Step 1: Start Google Chrome and open the drop menu
Step 2: Move the cursor over "Tools" and then from the extended menu choose "Extensions"
Step 3: From the opened "Extensions" menu locate the unwanted extension and click on its "Remove" button.
Step 4: After the extension is removed, restart Google Chrome by closing it from the red "X" button at the top right corner and start it again.
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Erase Backdoor.agent.amlr from Mozilla Firefox.
Step 1: Start Mozilla Firefox. Open the menu window
Step 2: Select the "Add-ons" icon from the menu.
Step 3: Select the unwanted extension and click "Remove"
Step 4: After the extension is removed, restart Mozilla Firefox by closing it from the red "X" button at the top right corner and start it again.
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Uninstall Backdoor.agent.amlr from Microsoft Edge.
Step 1: Start Edge browser.
Step 2: Open the drop menu by clicking on the icon at the top right corner.
Step 3: From the drop menu select "Extensions".
Step 4: Choose the suspected malicious extension you want to remove and then click on the gear icon.
Step 5: Remove the malicious extension by scrolling down and then clicking on Uninstall.
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Remove Backdoor.agent.amlr from Safari.
Step 1: Start the Safari app.
Step 2: After hovering your mouse cursor to the top of the screen, click on the Safari text to open its drop down menu.
Step 3: From the menu, click on "Preferences".
Step 4: After that, select the 'Extensions' Tab.
Step 5: Click once on the extension you want to remove.
Step 6: Click 'Uninstall'.
A pop-up window will appear asking for confirmation to uninstall the extension. Select 'Uninstall' again, and the Backdoor.agent.amlr will be removed.
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Eliminate Backdoor.agent.amlr from Internet Explorer.
Step 1: Start Internet Explorer.
Step 2: Click on the gear icon labeled 'Tools' to open the drop menu and select 'Manage Add-ons'
Step 3: In the 'Manage Add-ons' window.
Step 4: Select the extension you want to remove and then click 'Disable'. A pop-up window will appear to inform you that you are about to disable the selected extension, and some more add-ons might be disabled as well. Leave all the boxes checked, and click 'Disable'.
Step 5: After the unwanted extension has been removed, restart Internet Explorer by closing it from the red 'X' button located at the top right corner and start it again.