Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan is a virus that attacks a computer, downloads necessary files and installs itself without the permission of the user. The developers of the virus, have the ability to make features that allow it to evade detection by antivirus programs. Therefore, to remove the infection from the computer, one must do it manually in most cases.
If an antivirus manages to detect its existence, users should not bother looking for a removal tool as it will most likely not work. The leading expert of Semalt Digital Services, George Forrest, advises quick elimination of the virus to prevent further damage to the system. Below he provides a compelling guide on how to remove the virus.
There are several places where one may have contracted a Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan virus off the internet. The most common ones are clicking on unknown links, hacked websites, spam email, or unverified third-party programs. The reason hackers feed the Trojan into user’s computers is to damage the files contained there, and sift through sensitive information while doing so in the process. Hackers use the Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan, hackers to have remote control of the computer.
With the ability to change the operating system’s default system, it is impossible to remove the virus using an antivirus or uninstall from the control panel. Other implications of the virus are many pop up advertisements showing on the computer browser, and many page re-directions. The computer will start running processes slower than usual.
The Consequences of a Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan
The virus has the potential to slow down the performance of the PC. Increased threat of the virus will, in most cases, lead to the PC crashing occasionally. It does not help the situation that anti-viruses can only detect its presence, but not entirely remove it. With such a feature installed, it is probable that it will continue damaging files on the PC. It continues to weaken the system security and defense system. With the ability to communicate with remote servers, there is a high possibility that they will continue to install other malware onto the already infected PC. In the process, it takes up most of the background resources which is why it causes slow response. Finally, it collects all unprotected private information about the user.
How to Remove the Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan Effectively
Without proper knowledge about the virus, Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan can be very dangerous. Due to the sneaky nature of the virus, it is important to dig dip into the causes of the problem. However, one thing people should know is that the faster the response time, the higher the chance of saving some of the computer files or information. There are three methods that users can use to delete the Trojan completely.
Method 1: Using SpyHunter, a virus removal toolkit, which is downloadable online
It involved downloading the program online, scan the entire computer for any errors, select the malicious files found after scanning, and remove them.
Method 2: Manual removal of the Trojan
1. In windows 8, removing it happens in safe mode by clicking the Windows key + C button. Then click power, holding down the power button and restart. Select troubleshoot, advanced options, select startup setting and restart. Once it reboots, select number 5 to initialize safe mode booting.
With windows 7 or earlier, to open safe mode, one should reboot and press F8, which will return a menu similar to the one expressed above.
2. Run the “start” program and navigate to the search programs and files and then delete the infected files.
3. Also, in the registry editor, delete all associated new entries for the virus.
4. Remove the virus from the browsers as well.
Method 3: Performing system restores to remove the Rootkit.TDSS.v2 Trojan
Under the advanced options in the control panel, choose the system protection tab, choose system restore. One should choose a restore point and then close.
After doing this, optimize the PC by downloading the Advanced PC Fixer and run it to fix registry errors.