TrojanDownloader:Win32/Drstwex

Windows Defender Antivirus detects and removes this threat.

This threat downloads and installs other programs, including other malware, onto your PC without your consent.

Find out ways that malware can get on your PC.

What to do now

Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:

• Windows 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.

Get more help

You can also see our advanced troubleshooting page for more help.

If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.