I recently ran a questionable program that might have had malware, affecting both my external HDD (D drive) and SSD (C drive). A previous scan detected a Trojan on the SSD, and another scan found similar malware on the HDD. My D drive only holds video files created through gaming software. I'm worried about whether these files might be infected and could reinfect my PC after I clean it. I'm set to reinstall Windows on my C drive, but I'm uncertain if I need to format my D drive or if just running scans with Malwarebytes and Defender will suffice to clean it. Is it safe to keep the video files, or should I just format the drive?
2 Answers
Don't panic! Data files like videos are generally not infected. Malware usually targets executables or system files, so your clips are likely safe. Just to be sure, run a complete scan on those files before you decide to move them back after cleaning your system.
It's usually a safer bet to start fresh if you've had a malware issue. Formatting the D drive and reinstalling Windows will ensure that everything is clean. If you really need to keep those video files, consider transferring them to a safe backup first, but be aware that files can sometimes carry hidden threats. Just make sure you scan everything thoroughly before moving them back to your PC.
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