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 Most
Virus Removal software providers offer services to update the virus signatures
in their software. Some, like AVG include this with their free anti-virus
programs.
If your system is infected
with variants of
the MyDoom, Storm Worm, Sober, and similar pests, access to your
antivirus vendor's web site for virus removal assistance will probably be
disabled by the virus. (MyDoom, for example, made these changes as part of its wicked methods
for survival in your system)
The
US-CERT Current Activity web page is a regularly updated summary of the most
frequent, high-impact types of security incidents currently being reported to
the US-CERT.
The National Cyber Alert
System warns of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and offers advice and
solutions for removal of viruses.
Visit the
US-CERT Current Activity
web page
for timely Alerts and Removal
advice. Be sure to check the "Vulnerability Summary for the Current Week".
How to Remove a
Computer Virus -
a short article from Microsoft
General procedure for removing a virus -
-
Update your anti-virus program to the latest release
- Restart your computer in
Safe Mode
- Run a
system scan using the updated virus signatures file
- Delete files flagged as infected
- Restart your computer in default mode.
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The old Conficker and similar worms seem to reappear in various
disguises on a regular basis. Most up-to-date virus removal programs will find
and remove them. But, if a new version is released by hackers after your latest
virus program update, it could end up in your computer. Update your virus and spyware removal software regularly, as well as your firewall program.
If you weren't successful in this virus removal
effort, your antivirus program supplier should be able to provide additional
help. Following the links on this page can lead you to good sources for
assistance.
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