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How Do You Remove A Fake Microsoft Virus?

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How Do You Remove A Fake Microsoft Virus?

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Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool is a legitimate antivirus tool released by Microsoft. However, one common virus disguises itself as the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool and thus has been referred to as the “the fake Windows malicious software removal tool” or “the fake Microsoft virus.” This virus appears on your computer bearing the same name and design as the legitimate Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. The virus then notifies you that your computer is infected and that you must follow the links to have the infections removed. This is simply an attempt to get you to purchase fake software and download additional viruses. Click on the “Start” menu. Click on “Search” and then “All Files and Folders.” Or if you are using Windows Vista or Windows 7, click on the “Search Programs and Files” box. Search for and delete the following files. To delete a file, right-click on it and select “Delete.” “c:\Program Files\MalwareRemoval\MalwareRemoval.exe” “c:\Program Files\Mal

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