How to Remove a File From Spybot Blacklist
The Spybot Search & Destroy program can be used to scan your computer's hard drive for malicious programs, such as spyware. The program also includes a feature called the "Resident TeaTimer," which constantly blocks certain known spyware files from running. In some instances the Spybot program may accidentally blacklist a file that you want to use. If you want to be able to run the file, you can remove it from the blacklist in the Spybot's settings.
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Instructions
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Open the Spybot Search & Destroy program if it isn't currently running. Locate the Spybot icon in the system tray at the lower-right end of the desktop.
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Right-click the system tray icon and choose "Settings." Navigate to the "Blocked Registry Changes" tab.
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Right-click the registry change you want to remove from the blacklist. Click "Allowed Processes."
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Navigate to the "Blocked Processes" tab. Locate the specific file you want to remove from the blacklist.
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Right-click the file and choose "Allowed Processes." Click "OK."
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Tips & Warnings
If your computer runs the Windows Vista operating system, you need to right-click the Spybot Search and Destroy icon and select "Run As Administrator." When a new window appears, click "Continue."
Most files or registry changes that are blacklisted should remain in the blacklist. If you decide you need to put a file back into the blacklist, navigate to the "Allowed Processes" tab. Right-click the entry and choose "Blocked Processes."
