Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) 4.14

Removal Tool specific malicious software including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom Conficker.


Download Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) 4.14 (16.67 MB)


"Useful tool for removing malware, it does not release the virus, but can be used to supplement"

Pros:

    Popular Remove Windows cyberthreats
    It requires no special technical skill or knowledge to use

Cons:

    It can be used for prevention, but that is not its function
    The overall review is a long time, but ensures the location of the worms

Probably, created in response to criticism about security flaws in its most famous product, Microsoft created Removal Tool Malicious Software Microsoft Windows, as its name implies, removes malware from a Windows operating system. Early versions were launched in 2005 to combat worms known as Blaster, Sasser, Mydoom, Netsky and Sobig.

Use

Using the program is simple, just run it, has yet to install, select the scanning mode, the test does a quick search on the most common, while the overall review covers all equipment. Because the function of the program, use of the comprehensive review, to make sure the system is clean.

The General Test is wrong rather long scan time, warned by the program: "Note that this test can take several hours on some computers" which, given its purpose, which is a reasonable price to pay.

Basic recommendations

Most malware removed by the program leverages Windows security flaws and often already have patches available from Windows Update or elsewhere, or can be detected and prevented with good antivirus or firewall. Therefore, the recommendation is to keep your computer updated with the latest security patches and antivirus updates.

Additional information

Versions in English and Portuguese in Portugal are available as an optional download after clicking "Download", and a link to other versions of the processors.

It runs on Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista, 7
Available in multiple languages: Portuguese of Portugal Portuguese Portuguese Portugal Portuguese Spanish to English French Spanish English French Italian Italian Japanese Other languages Other languages
Configuration and Instruction

This tool is not a replacement for an antivirus product. To help protect your computer, use a suitable product.

Download Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) 4.14 (16.67 MB)



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