Windows 10: How do I scan for malware?

Discus and support How do I scan for malware? in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I have found that my husbands and my email addresses have been found on the dark web and it was suggested to scan my computer first. I don't know what... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by PatriciaBroderick1, Sep 1, 2019.

  1. PATRICIABRODERICK1
    PatriciaBroderick1 Win User

    How do I scan for malware?


    I have found that my husbands and my email addresses have been found on the dark web and it was suggested to scan my computer first. I don't know what to do to scan. Should I also scan my smart phone?

    :)
     
    PatriciaBroderick1, Sep 1, 2019
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  2. CAROLLJ
    CarolLJ Win User

    ROOT SCANS, DIRECTORY SCANS, MALWARE SCANS

    Hi Rob,

    You don't need to pay for help removing the virus/malware. You can get
    free     help by specially- trained, malware removal experts on any one of a number of malware support forums.

    So if José's suggestion doesn't clear things up, I suggest you post on either one of these forums. They also use special tools to check various locations on a system, along with requesting log files. They'll provide step by step guidance until your system's
    clean.

    MalwareBtyes' forums - malware removal help

    Preparation Guide For Use Before Using Malware Removal Tools and Requesting Help

    All the best in getting this infection cleaned up.

    Edited to add missing link above.
     
    CarolLJ, Sep 1, 2019
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  3. AMADEUS51
    Amadeus51 Win User
    Malware removal


    Understood, OldMike. I will keep your suggestion in mind. I always appreciate suggestions from those who know more than I do. I think the Malware did do more than one scan, because I had to approve removal of what it found twice. I don't see Windows Defender on the list of programs. I think it was on there before they redid the software. Pluto TV also disappeared.
     
    Amadeus51, Sep 1, 2019
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  4. MARILOU SER
    Marilou Ser Win User

    How do I scan for malware?

    scanned documents

    Hello,

    By default, scans are saved in a Scans folder inside the Pictures. Here are the steps on how to get there:

    • Press Windows and type pictures
    • Click Pictures and double-click the Scans folder.

    Furthermore, we suggest that you repair your Word application by following the steps on this

    link    .

    Let us know how that turned out for you.
     
    Marilou Ser, Sep 1, 2019
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