W32.Custam!gen1
W32.Custam!gen1 is a heuristic detection for infected files that were found related to W32.Custam family of Trojan. Locally detected W32.Custam!gen1 files are malicious and may contain threats that can harm a computer and its network environment.
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Damage Level: Low
Systems Affected: Windows 9x, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Manual Removal of W32.Custam!gen1
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 W32.Custam!gen1
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.