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The Conficker/ Downadup worm - virus can be very hard to find and remove completely. It must be removed properly, and the registry must be repaired, if necessary.
There are between 8 million and 15 million computers that are thought to be infected.
If you can use Windows Update to get the latest security updates & also update your anti-virus program, your computer is most likely not infected with the Conficker / Downadup worm - virus.
The Conficker Working Group has an easy way to tell if your computer is infected by Conficker / Downadup or other malware with this "Eye Chart" (may not work if you're using a proxy server, which may be the case if you're using your work computer or have set one up for your home computer).
If you do have the Conficker / Downadup worm - virus, here are some ways to remove it (once infected, having your anti-virus program tell you it's clean may not be enough - see below if you can't access security websites):
BitDefender has a free tool available.
Windows Live OneCare Safety Scanner - Free scanner from Microsoft.
Windows Live OneCare will remove Conficker / Downadup & repair the registry (but it costs money).
Protect yourself from the Conficker computer worm - Microsoft explains Conficker & provides removal instructions.
And a useful tool: Panda USB Vaccine will stop malware spreading through USB drives.
Conficker Working Group's "Custodian of the Tools"
The Internet Storm Center/DSHIELD has stepped forward to keep track of all the tools. The list below is a copy from that list, hosted here:
Tools List- AhnLab
- ESET
- Kaspersky
- F-Secure Malware Removal Tool
- McAfee
- Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool
- Sophos
- Symantec Notes
- TrendMicro
How To Get To Anti-Virus & Security Websites If Blocked By Conficker:
Go to Command Prompt and type "net stop dnscache," which disables the DNS cache. You will get a message that the DNS client service is stopped. You can now proceed to access the security website or download the fix tool. (Symantec)
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