Remove CL.Downloader!gen129 from Windows 8

 

(Updated Guide!) CL.Downloader!gen129 Removal From Affected PCs

Facts Worth Knowing About CL.Downloader!gen129

CL.Downloader!gen129 is a dangerous Trojan which is currently used by the criminal hackers for various illicit purposes. You may find various features which is available in reliable remote desktop management tools in this malicious Trojan virus. In most of the cases, the malware infects the targeted user’s system manually by employing a deceptive social engineering tactic. Some of the bogus tools like hacking programs, fake account on popular social networking websites, and unreliable computer security alerts may be used by the team of criminal hackers in order to convince system users into running the client application of CL.Downloader!gen129 threat.

In order to perform various harmful actions and gain remote access to the compromised systems, the hackers behind this malware uses a command and control server operated by them to perform illicit tasks onto the affected machines. According to cyber security analysts, CL.Downloader!gen129 virus is available onto the Dark Web for free and also stated to include various supports.

Malicious Properties Of CL.Downloader!gen129 Malware

Based on the recent research report published by the team of security investigators, this Trojan is equipped with keylogger feature which allows CL.Downloader!gen129 to capture keystrokes on the victim’s system and may display the screen-locker message as well. In addition to that, microphone and camera can also be turned on due to the fact that your system is remotely accessed by the racketeers to perform such illicit tasks. As a result, the victims of this malware can be under surveillance without their consent.

Cyber criminals responsible for such vicious attacks can use their malicious creations to hide their Internet traffic, steal confidential data like credit card details, login credentials, personal information and family photos for bad purposes. After the attack of CL.Downloader!gen129 virus, infected computer users may notice the unavailability of Windows closing and crucial files on their disks. One may also notice the various unfamiliar tasks running onto the Windows Task Manager. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to take immediate action for the removal of CL.Downloader!gen129 from the machine using a powerful anti-malware shield.

Steps to Remove CL.Downloader!gen129

Step 1>> How to Boot Windows in Safe Mode to isolate CL.Downloader!gen129

Step 2>> How to View Hidden Files created by CL.Downloader!gen129

for Windows XP

• Exit all Program and Go to Desktop
• Select My Computer icon and Double Click to Open it
• Click on the Tools Menu and now select and Click on Folder Options.
• Select on View Tab that appears in New Window.
• Check mark on the box next to Dispaly the Contents of System Folders
• Now Check the box in order to Show Hidden Files and Folders
• Now press on Apply and OK to close the Window.
• As soon as these steps are performed, you can view the files and folders that were created by CL.Downloader!gen129 and hidden till now.

 

for Windows Vista

• Minimize all Window and Go to Desktop
• Click on the Start Button which can be found in lower lef Corner having Windows Logo
• Click on the Control Panel on the Menu and Open it
• Control Panel can be opened in Classic View or Control Panel Home View.
• If you have Selected Classic View, follow this
• Double Click on the Folder icon to open it
• Now select the view tab
• Click on Option to Show Hidden Files or Folders
• If you have Selected Control Panel Home View, follow this
• Appearance and Personalization link is to be Clicked
• Select on Show Hidden Files or Folders
• Press Apply Option and then Click on OK.

This will Show all the Folders including those created by CL.Downloader!gen129

Know how to view Hidden Folders on Windows 7, Win 8 and Windows 10

(Following the above steps are necessary to view all the files created by CL.Downloader!gen129 and that is known to exist on Compromised PC.)

• Open the Run Box by holding together the Start Key and R.

• Now Type and input appwiz.cpl and press on OK
• This will take you to the Control Panel, Now Search for Suspicious programs or any entries related to CL.Downloader!gen129. Unistall it once if you happen to find it. However be sure not to Uninstall any other program from the list.
• In the Search Field, Type msconfig and press on Enter, this will pop-up a Window

In the Startup Menu, Uncheck all the CL.Downloader!gen129 related entries or which are Unknown as Manufacturer.

Step 3>> Open the Run Box by Pressing Start Key and R in Combination

1. Copy + Paste the following Command as
2. notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts and press on OK
3. This will Open a new file. If your system has been hacked by CL.Downloader!gen129, certain IP’s will be displayed which can be found in the bottom of the screen.

Look for the suspicious IP that is present in your Localhost

Step 4>> How to Terminate CL.Downloader!gen129 Running Processes

• Go the Processes Tab by pressing on CTRL+SHIFT+ESC Keys Together.
• Look for the CL.Downloader!gen129 Running Processes.
• Right Click on CL.Downloader!gen129 and End the Process.

Step 5>> How to Remove CL.Downloader!gen129 Related Registry Entries

• Open Registry by Typing Regedit in the Run box and Hit Enter Key

• This will open all the list of entries.
• Now Find and search the entries created by CL.Downloader!gen129 and cautiously delete it.
• Alternatively, you can manually search for it in the list to delete CL.Downloader!gen129 Manually.

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