I discovered a rootkit on my computer using Avast's full analysis, specifically located at Nefarius Software Solutions/hidHide/nefarius_HidHide_Updater.exe:updater.dll. Since I found it, my PC has been sluggish—taking about 15 seconds to load each website. However, when I restart the browser, it goes back to normal speed. Unfortunately, Avast isn't able to delete this rootkit. What options do I have to remove it?
3 Answers
In most cases, an infected PC is really hard to salvage. Malware often creates backdoors that can complicate things. Your safest bet might be to wipe your PC and start from scratch to ensure that everything is clean. And be cautious with antivirus programs like Avast or McAfee—they can sometimes do more harm than good.
First things first, it might be best to remove Avast entirely. It could potentially be causing more issues. Next, double-check that the file path really has the rootkit, and if it does, consider reinstalling Windows using a USB stick. Don't forget to change your passwords and enable two-factor authentication afterwards!
From my experience, once a rootkit gets into your system, it can spread like a virus, creating more issues over time. I would recommend backing up your important files, wiping the hard drive, and even taking out the BIOS data. It sounds tedious, but it saves you the ongoing trouble of handling a persistent infection.
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