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TrojanDownloader:Win32/Clikug.B
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This program installs TrojanClicker:Win32/Clikug.A (also known as GigaClicks) at the same time as other applications. TrojanClicker:Win32/Clikug.A can use your PC for click fraud, making it run slower than usual.
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus 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.
Remove programs
You might need to manually remove this program:
The entry for this program may be called "GigaClicks Crawler".
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.
