Trojan.Vundo.B!inf
Trojan.Vundo.B!inf is a common detection method used to identify files infected with Trojan.Vundo.B. Trojan.Vundo.B!inf will attempt to connect to a remote hosts and download additional malware on the compromised computer.
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Damage Level: Low
Systems Affected: Windows 9x, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Manual Removal of Trojan.Vundo.B!inf
1. If using Windows Me/XP, System Restore must be disabled to prevent the threat from restoring itself. [how to]
2. Database, pattern and definition files of installed antivirus programs must be updated.
3. Restart Windows in SafeMode [how to]
4. Run a full system scan and clean/delete all infected file(s)
5. Restart Windows in normal mode.
Online Virus Scanner:
It is best run a separate scan using free Online Virus Scanner. It can be used without the need to install additional antivirus application.
How to Protect Computer From Trojan.Vundo.B!inf
Computer Security Recommendations:
- Install antivirus and firewall program. A combination of these two may prevent virus and hacking attack.
- Use complex passwords on every aspect that requires it. Hard to crack passwords containing alpha-numeric characters and not less than eight characters long will help prevent further damage on infected computer.
Internet Precautions:
- Configure email clients to block incoming emails that contains attached files with .vbs, .bat, .exe, .pif and .scr extensions.
- Be wise in opening e-mail attachments. Spam messages that pretend to be from a known source may contain infected attached files.
- Never click on a suspicious link sent through instant messaging programs.