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VirTool:Win32/Injector.EY
Detected by Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender Antivirus detects and removes this threat.
This is a generic detection for a malicious file that hides itself to make it more difficult for your security software to detect and remove.
These threats can have almost any prupose.
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
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find hidden malware.
Get more help
You can also see 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.