Yes, it's a very good virus.
Yes, it's a very good virus.
Hey everyone! So one of my friends tried to add scripts to a Roblox game, but I wasn’t involved and the game didn’t have any for a while. Since I’ve used scripts before, I warned him to be careful. He downloaded an injector with some scripts, but during setup he had to let certain unnecessary bloatware and ads run. I told him to ignore those, but he didn’t. Later, he opened many CMD windows and Google tabs, which caused his PC to crash. Security alerts popped up from his Google accounts, and soon his Steam, Discord, and other accounts started sending strange messages to friends about free stuff. After a reset, things seemed fine until it happened again. What should we do? It looks like the virus might have deep roots and kept coming back. Do you have any ideas or help? Also, sorry if I chose the wrong subject.
Likely missed forcing sign out, updating emails, and resetting to a new password. There are options in Discord, Steam, and Google that require logging out from all devices. Make sure the Google account isn’t forwarding emails to another account, which could be a risk. Turn on 2FA for Google, Steam, and Discord. He might also want to use Malwarebytes to check if a rootkit was installed, which it should handle.
He wasn't sure what results he'd get from that. When it comes to reinstalling Windows, there are two main approaches. Likely he chose to keep his files safe, but the best practice is to back up important items like photos and documents beforehand. If a reinstall is necessary, it’s wise to wipe the system drive completely and consider deleting everything. Besides that, he should run malware and virus scans—Kaspersky is a good choice for Windows installs, even though it costs more. He should perform a thorough scan rather than just a quick one. For his accounts, especially email, he should review any unfamiliar logins and unrecognized devices. Changing passwords is essential, and enabling two-factor authentication adds extra security by sending alerts or texts during login attempts.
Typically basic sense and Windows Defender are enough for protection. It looks like a malware has attached itself to your PC, possibly hiding in other drivers or within your Chrome account. It might reappear after syncing your Chrome or similar accounts. Run a detailed scan with Malewarebytes to identify the issue and remove it. If found in your extensions or add-ons, reset them accordingly.
Thanks for the guidance. I shared malwarebytes with him and ran a scan together. He spotted about two threats, removed them, and then reinstalled Windows completely clean.