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Trojan:Win32/Peals.A!cl
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Microsoft security software detects and removes this threat.
Trojans are a type of malware that try to look innocent to convince you to install them on your PC.
They can steal your personal information, download more malware, or give a malicious hacker access to your PC.
Find out ways that malware can get on your PC.
NOTE: On December 6, 2016, an incorrect detection for our cloud-based protection for Trojan:Win32/Peals was identified and immediately fixed. To ensure that this issue is remediated, you can do a forced daily update to download for your Microsoft antimalware and antispyware software. For details, see Updating your Microsoft antimalware and antispyware software.
If you suspect incorrect detection of your files, check your Windows Defender quarantine and restore the files. Only detections of this malware around this day might be incorrect.
Our layered approach to intelligent, cloud-based protection employs a diverse set of machine learning models designed to catch the wide range of threats: from massive malware campaigns to small-scale, localized attacks. Read more: Small businesses targeted by highly localized Ursnif campaign
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Windows Defender for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find other, hidden malware.
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.
