Windows 10: Possible malware

Discus and support Possible malware in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; Hello, I am completely freaking out and was hoping for some expert advice. I was going to download something from the internet through mega, but... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by zachJG, Jun 22, 2021.

  1. ZACHJG
    zachJG Win User

    Possible malware


    Hello, I am completely freaking out and was hoping for some expert advice. I was going to download something from the internet through mega, but without realising it I was redirected to another site which made me download an exe file not my best day. As I proceed and thought that it was part of the installation, I quickly realized it was the wrong software as they wanted me to install "Audacity". I cancel the installation, but when I go to delete the exe file , it was gone. Evidently, I start panicking as I had allowed it to make changes to my computer. I start by looking everywhere fo

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    zachJG, Jun 22, 2021
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  2. BOATVAN
    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, Jun 22, 2021
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  3. JOHAN45
    Johan45 Win User
    AMD FX OC'ers Club

    That's what the auto setting will do since you're over the 1333 mark it jumps to the next step which isn't listed or officially supported I assume by that ram.

    At this point though I would suggest dropping the multi one step or .5 so that we can get something stable and possibly take the heat issue out of the picture for now.
     
    Johan45, Jun 22, 2021
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  4. LE BOULE
    Le Boule Win User

    Possible malware

    Le Boule, Jun 22, 2021
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