Hey everyone! A few days back, my Kaspersky Plus antivirus detected a Trojan miner related to the DuckDuckGo browser (just to clarify, I'm not implying that the browser itself is infected). Kaspersky suggested that I should format my PC, but honestly, it's running pretty smoothly and not showing signs of overheating or slowdowns. The only issue is that it doesn't go into sleep mode automatically. My RAM usage is at 44% even with no programs open, but I think that's just Windows 11. I've scanned with both Kaspersky and MalwareBytes, and both came back clean. I'd appreciate any advice on whether I really need to reformat. Thanks!
3 Answers
Honestly, reformatting isn’t a bad idea if you think your system might be compromised. Kaspersky has been getting mixed reviews lately, so it might be worth looking for a more reliable antivirus. When you format, just make sure to use a trusted ISO or USB from a secure source. Better safe than sorry!
If you're experiencing issues with your system settings, definitely consider reformatting. Just be cautious about any changes to your BIOS or disk setup, as you might accidentally lose your data if you’re not careful! Double-check your backups first.
I get where you're coming from, but if your antivirus detected something, it’s better to be cautious. A full reinstall from a USB created on another device is the safest route. You want to make sure that any hidden threats are completely gone. Just back up your important data before you proceed!
Absolutely! Prepping your backups is key. I once lost a ton of data because I didn’t check before making changes.
That sounds about right! If you're going to wipe the system, definitely do it with media you know is clean. I helped a friend who thought a simple reset would solve his issues, and it didn’t end well. He got re-infected right after logging in!