By Mihail Blegeanu Affordable Computer Repair Inc MALWARE

By Mihail Blegeanu Affordable Computer Repair, Inc. MALWARE RECOGNIZE, AVOID, REMOVE

Agenda �Introduction �How do we get malware? �How can you tell if you are infected? �How do we get rid of it? �Conclusion

Introduction � Malware affects everyone that uses a computer. � No software can fully protect you. � Best protection is you.

How does malware get in your system? � Your actions let them in. � Searching for popular software. � Relying solely on antivirus/malware software.

Scareware � Relies on your fears. � Gives few other options. � Banks on a quick click.

False/Free Anti. Malware � Relies on your fears. � Gives few other options. � Banks on a quick click.

Rogue vs. Real � Trust only few programs. � Get another opinion. � Call a local service person and ask.

Search Engines Software Updates Don’t Do It!

Even Large Trusted Companies Do It Wrapper Example Notice the check box

Am I infected? � Start-Up Errors � Extra Desktop Icons � Unexpected Advertising/Crashes � New Browser Default Page � Browser Redirection � Internet Not Working

How To Remove � Depends on damage caused � Run in Safe Mode � Check Add/Remove Programs � Run Specialized Software

Blue Screen of Death - BSOD You’re Done! – Call Trusted Specialist

rd Recognize 3 Party Applications Sort by Date – Remove Them!

They will fight back

They will try to get you one more time…

There are good free tools out there A good tool in novice hands can be destructive

Conclusion �Learn to avoid traps �Don’t search for updates �Notice infections �Take Action

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