Windows 10: can resetting my pc while keeping some files wipe out a RAT completely

Discus and support can resetting my pc while keeping some files wipe out a RAT completely in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; so i had a rat and i reset my pc but i kept some files can the rat still be completely wiped out submitted by /u/Hedts [link] [comments]... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/Hedts, Jun 23, 2020.

  1. /u/Hedts Win User

    can resetting my pc while keeping some files wipe out a RAT completely


    so i had a rat and i reset my pc but i kept some files can the rat still be completely wiped out

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    :)
     
    /u/Hedts, Jun 23, 2020
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  2. Kursah Win User

    Google Chrome keeps resetting bookmarks position

    Can you list what tasks/steps you've done thus far in your attempt to resolve it?

    Have you logged off your profile (if using Sync) and done a complete wipe of the browser?

    How about uninstall and then wipe any remaining data?

    Do you have another device you can sort on that it works fine or you could test with?
     
    Kursah, Jun 23, 2020
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  3. factory reset will wipe the data in PC?

    Hello,

    I realize that you are trying to perform a factory reset to the computer. We will help you.

    • How are you trying to perform a factory reset in your computer?
    • What issue are you facing to perform a factory reset?
    I suggest you to perform a recovery with keep my files in Windows 10.

    Recovery options in Windows 10.

    Keep my files

    What it does


    • Reinstalls Windows 10 and keeps your personal files.

    • Removes apps and drivers you installed.

    • Removes changes you made to settings.

    • Removes any apps your PC manufacturer installed. (If your PC came with Windows 10, apps from your PC manufacturer will be reinstalled.)

    Refer:
    Recovery options in Windows 10


    To Reset you’re PC,

    * On your login screen, hold Shift button,
    then right click on Power button and select
    Restart

    * Select Troubleshoot> Reset this PC > Keep my files.

    Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Jun 23, 2020
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  4. can resetting my pc while keeping some files wipe out a RAT completely

    How to Remove RAT

    I'm not sure if these Revenge-RAT v0.3 file detections have anything to do with what you are having:

    What is this exe file? Is this file safe? Check here

    When you're clicking on the red "Not trusted" you'll see more details and also links to respective VirusTotal scans.

    Suggestion to run the Emsisoft Emergency Kit, see item 3 here:
    List of Malware Removal Tools


    Perhaps it's best to ask for free expert help in a specialized forum, see i.e. here:


    Might be best to do a clean reinstall, please do read through
    this
    thread.
     
    Jsssssssss, Jun 23, 2020
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