A living security platform with a pulse that is always learning and always adapting.
Download the Magic Quadrant report, which evaluates the 19 vendors based on ability to execute and completeness of vision.
As per Gartner, "XDR is an emerging technology that can offer improved threat prevention, detection and response."
At Hardwear.io 2022, Trellix researchers disclosed 8 zero-day vulnerabilities in HID Global Mercury access control panels, allowing them to remotely unlock and lock doors, modify and configure user accounts and subvert detection from management software.
Our report on the rise of cyberattacks in the fourth quarter and Ukraine in the start of the new year.
Trellix CEO, Bryan Palma, explains the critical need for security that’s always learning.
A living security platform with a pulse that is always learning and always adapting.
RootkitRemover
How do you use RootkitRemover?
- Download the latest version of RootkitRemover.
- When prompted, choose to save the file to a convenient location on your hard disk, such as your Desktop folder.
- When the download is complete, navigate to the folder that contains the downloaded RootkitRemover file, and run it. It is best to run the tool in Administrator mode.
- The tool then runs a window which shows the status of the process. The various stages are:
- Initializing
- Scanning
- Cleaning
When the process is completed, it prompts the user to press any key to exit the tool.
- It is recommended to reboot the system and perform a full scan with the McAfee VirusScan to remove remnants of the infection that might still be left on the system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the need for the RootkitRemover tool?
A: RootkitRemover is not a substitute for a full anti-virus scanner. It is designed to detect and remove specific rootkit infections.
Q: How to use the RootkitRemover tool?
A: The tool can be run by either double clicking it or through the command-line. It is advisable to run a full system scan using McAfee VirusScan after removing any infection with the tool.
Q: How do I save the scan results to a log file?
A: The tool is designed to automatically save the report in the same folder as the tool is placed.
Q: Why do I need to rescan with McAfee VirusScan? Would I need to reboot the system after scanning with the RootkitRemover tool?
A: Stinger Rebooting the system helps the product kill the infectious threads injected into various processes leading to effective cleaning. Running a rescan of the system with McAfee VirusScan post cleaning is advisable to remove any remnants of an infection.
Q: I know I have a virus, but RootkitRemover did not detect one. Why is this?
A: RootkitRemover is not a substitute for a full anti-virus scanner. It is only designed to detect and remove specific rootkit infections.
Q: How can I get support for RootkitRemover?
A: RootkitRemover is being provided as a free tool to detect and clean specific rootkit families. It is not a supported tool. McAfee Labs makes no guarantees about this tool.
Building a Culture of Security
Businesses have too much to lose if they don't prioritize security at every entry level. With more date to protect and cyberthreats eveolving, everyone must play a part in creating a culture of security. Let our Free Tools help implement a 'security-first' mindset across your entire company
Need a little more protectionfor your business?
Explore the Trellix Platform
You're exiting Trellix.
Please pardon our appearance as we transition from McAfee Enterprise to Trellix.
Exciting changes are in the works.
We look forward to discussing your enterprise security needs.
You will be redirected in 0 seconds. If not, please click here to continue
You're exiting Trellix.
Please pardon our appearance as we transition from FireEye to Trellix.
Exciting changes are in the works.
We look forward to discussing your security needs.
You will be redirected in 0 seconds. If not, please click here to continue
McAfee Enterprise and FireEye Emerge as Trellix.
For legal information, please click on the corresponding link below.
