Windows 10: Paranoid of malware after RMA (Win10)

Discus and support Paranoid of malware after RMA (Win10) in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; So I had to send my laptop for repairs. I wanna make sure whoever touched it didn't do any funny business (spyware, virus...); is resetting windows... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by F.S77, Feb 6, 2019.

  1. F.S77 Win User

    Paranoid of malware after RMA (Win10)


    So I had to send my laptop for repairs.

    I wanna make sure whoever touched it didn't do any funny business (spyware, virus...); is resetting windows enough?

    Should I do a "Remove files and clean the drive"?

    Should I do a clean install or is a reset enough?

    What are my options? Scan the pc for malware and call it a day lol?

    Thanks

    :)
     
    F.S77, Feb 6, 2019
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  2. Le Boule Win User
    Le Boule, Feb 6, 2019
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  3. Boatvan Win User
    Did our Epson printer get hacked?

    Another question, is this on a home network or a work network? The steps @eidairaman1 listed are always a good first step. If this is on a work network you manage, I'd be much more concerned than the home one. It is possible someone is screwing with you, but malware could also be the culprit.
     
    Boatvan, Feb 6, 2019
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  4. Paranoid of malware after RMA (Win10)

    Best way to remove problem Malware

    Hi There,

    I am trying to remove a bundle of Malware without success.

    There is a bundle of listed programs which I try to uninstall through the typical Control Panel effort, but they remain listed there:

    Buenosearch Toolbar
    MyPC Backup
    PC Performer
    Speed Test 127
    UnknownFile

    I was looking at this weblink which provides a 5 step process for Buenosearch alone:
    http://malwaretips.com/blogs/remove-bueno-search/

    Not sure how much certain guides can be trusted. One of the first things I read was to download Revo Uninstaller, and I've not heard of it so I'm not sure if it's trustworthy..........
     
    radioraheem, Feb 6, 2019
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