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System Tool virus is wreaking havoc.

We have seen an influx of people reporting infections of the System Tool virus. Whilst its not a traditional virus, more malware/scareware, it does take over alot of the computer that is infected. You will know you are infected if you see any of the following screenshots:

Removal instructions:

  • Download MalwareBytes Anti-Malware from HERE
  • Once you have downloaded the file, right click on it and rename the file to explorer.exe
  • Run the newly named file and allow Malwarebytes to install.
  • Once installed, navigate to Program FilesMalwarebytes’ Anti-Malware folder and locate the mbam.exe in there.
  • Right click on mbam.exe and rename this to iexplore.exe
  • You can now double click the newly named iexplore.exe file to run MalwareBytes. Update the definitions and perform a quick scan.
  • Once the scan completes, remove all entries and reboot.

All being well, you will malware free again.

If you have problems, call Orbits on 01446 678 639

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