I recently downloaded a program called Womic and unfortunately, I scanned it on VirusTotal after running the executable. The results were concerning. My Windows Defender didn't find anything, but I felt uneasy about the situation, so I immediately reset my PC. Now, I'm wondering if I'm truly safe from any potential threats, especially concerning my passwords. Additionally, is it possible for a virus to remain on my computer even after a factory reset where all files and drives are deleted? Should I consider reinstalling Windows using a USB drive instead?
4 Answers
Honestly, a factory reset can be pretty useless if malware is involved. I’d recommend reinstalling Windows through a USB stick to be safe. Don't forget to secure your accounts afterward!
For sure, install Malwarebytes and do a full system scan. Just to be safe!
I recommend doing a complete system scan without internet access initially, then you should be alright!
If you can still boot into Windows, try running a full scan with tools like CCleaner or Malwarebytes alongside your antivirus. I've only done a full reinstall if a virus really messed with my system, like breaking the registry. If you're worried about password theft, definitely change your passwords and enable two-factor authentication everywhere.
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