Trojan.Zbot!gen10
Trojan.Zbot!gen10 is a generic detection to identify malicious files with similar characteristics to a Trojan.Zbot family. Trojan.Zbot!gen10 is distributed via spam email messages and drive-by-download method. This Trojan is also capable of stealing confidential information such as online account, banking details and key pressed on the infected computer.
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Damage Level: Low
Systems Affected: Windows 9x, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Manual Removal of Trojan.Zbot!gen10
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:
Another way to remove a virus without the need to install additional anti-virus application is to perform a thorough scan with free Online Virus Scanner that can be found here or on websites of legitimate anti-virus and security provider.
How to Protect Computer From Trojan.Zbot!gen10
Use security programs:
- Install antivirus and always update the database to ensure that it will detect new threats and viruses.
- Use a firewall to block all unwanted incoming Internet traffic.
- Anti-malware is also advise aside from installed antivirus programs.
Communication Precautions:
- Be cautious 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.