How to download and run TDSSKiller Anti-Rootkit Utility

Description: This guide will show how to download TDSSKiller Anti Rootkit utility and how to run it after.

  1. Download and install TDSSKiller from Kaspersky's website.
  2. If using Internet Explorer, click Save on the pop up at the bottom shown in the picture below. Remember the save location of the file. Chrome and Firefox will automatically save the file into the download folder.
    Downloaded item, Save Button
  3. Open File Explorer.
    Windows File Explorer
  4. Click Downloads on the left pane.
    Downloads
  5. Find the file TDSSKiller.
    TDSSKiller
  6. Open the file by double clicking on it or right clicking on the file and clicking open.
  7. When the TDSSKiller opens click Change parameters.
    TDSSKiller Screen
  8. Check the two files Verify file digital signatures and Detect TDLFS file system in the new window. Click OK.
    TDSSKiller Settings
  9. Click Start Scan.
    TDSSKiller Screen, Start Scan
  10. The Anti-Rootkit utility is now going to scan the computer for infections. Research online the threats found to ensure necessary files are not removed for example printer drivers are sometimes considered threats.

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