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PWS:Win32/Zbot.gen!AP
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender Antivirus detects and removes this threat.
This password-stealing trojan can record which keys you press and send this information to a malicious hacker. This can include your online activity, such as visits to banking websites.
There is more information in the Win32/Zbot family description.
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
- Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find other, hidden malware.
Protect your sensitive information
This threat tries to steal your sensitive and confidential information. If you think your information has been stolen, see:
You should change your passwords after you've removed this threat:
Get more help
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.
