Gameover Zeus & CryptoLocker computer virus

[Dedworth]

Beat the Gameover Zeus & CryptoLocker computer virus

Computer users with Windows are currently being urged by the National Crime Agency (NCA) to check their machines for a new computer virus. At least 15,000 computers have so far been infected with the virus, which contains two parts - Gameover Zeus and CryptoLocker.

I've just scanned ours with this :-

Microsoft Safety Scanner

Do you think your PC has a virus?

The Microsoft Safety Scanner is a free downloadable security tool that provides on-demand scanning and helps remove viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. It works with your existing antivirus software.

Note: The Microsoft Safety Scanner expires 10 days after being downloaded. To rerun a scan with the latest anti-malware definitions, download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner again.

The Microsoft Safety Scanner is not a replacement for using an antivirus software program that provides ongoing protection.

I'd better not post the link so Google "Microsoft Safety Scanner"

[les_taxi]

Most people have nothing to worry about, nothing wrong with giving this a blast though.

Just remember do not install 2 anti virus programs at the same time as you will slow up pc big time.

What Dedworth has recommended is ok as it's a one-off scan

[grahamw48]

Thanks for the headsup Dedworth.