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Trojan.Gared

Reported: June 26, 2006

 

 

Description:

Trojan.Gared has the capability to delete some files and overwrites Microsoft Word Documents on infected computer.

Technical Name:

Trojan.Gared

Threat Level:

Low

Type:

Trojan Horse

Systems Affected:

Windows All

 

 

Trojan.Gared procedures requires technical know-how on  computer troubleshooting. It is better to consult your LAN Administrator or Technical Persons to avoid additional damage on your computer if modifications on Services and Registry have to be done.

 

MANUAL REMOVAL:

1. Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP). [how to]
2. Update the virus definitions.

3. Reboot computer in SafeMode. [how to]
4. Run a full system scan and delete all infections.

5. Delete any values added to the registry. [how to edit registry]

Navigate to the subkey and delete the value:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Value:
"Win32" = "%System%\w32word.exe"

Navigate to the subkey and delete the value:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Value:
"RunSystem" = "%Temp%\kernel23.exe"

 

6. Exit Registry Editor and reboot the computer.

7. In order to make sure that Trojan.Gared is completely eliminated from your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using AntiVirus and Antispyware Software. Another way to delete the virus using various Antivirus Program without the need to install can be done with Online Virus Scanner.

 

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