PWS-JA.gen.a is a generic detection for trojan that can steal information from the infected computer. Such information may include CD keys, credit card details and user name and password. PWS-JA.gen.a spreads via email attachement and illegitimate software downloads websites.

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Damage Level: Low

Systems Affected: Windows

Manual Removal of PWS-JA.gen.a

1. Temporarily Disable System Restore (Windows Me/XP). [how to]
2. Install an Antivirus software (McAfee is Recommended). Update the virus definitions.
3. Reboot computer in SafeMode [how to]
4. Run a full system scan and clean/delete all infected file(s)
5. In order to make sure that threat is completely eliminated from your computer, carry out a full scan of your computer using AntiVirus and Antispyware Software. Another way to remove viruses using various Antivirus Program without the need to install the full program can be done with Online Virus Scanner.