Posts under Anti-malware tag.

Standalone On demand Antivirus Scanners for Windows

Even though most of us may have an antivirus software installed on our Windows computer, there may be times of doubt, where you might want a second opinion. While one can always visit online antivirus scanners from well-known security software […]

Oshi Unhooker: Free Rootkit scanner

Oshi Unhooker is a free rootkit scanner that scans and removes any hidden rootkit from your computer. You may ask, what is a Rootkit? Rootkits in Windows are typically used to mask malicious software from an antivirus program. It is […]

Opswat Metascan Client: AntiVirus Scanner with multiple engines for Network Administrators

Opswat has introduced Metascan Client for endpoints running Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista. Metascan is a server application for scanning files with multiple antivirus. In late 2011, Opswat had launched Metascan Online, an online malware scanner using 43 different antivirus […]

Norton Satellite app for Windows 8 scans social media links & cloud content for malware

Norton Satellite app for Windows 8 will scan all your Facebook, Twitter feeds as well as your files on Dropbox and SkyDrive for malware or malicious links. It uses reputation-based threat detection to provide information on security threats and trust-worthiness […]

Free Bootable AntiVirus Rescue CDs for Windows

Some malware cannot be removed from your computer easily, once they get past your anti-virus protection and integrate themselves deeply in your system – sometimes making it unbootable. In such a situation,  it may be advisable to use Rescue CDs. A […]

Eset Rogue Applications Remover, a free Rogue Removal Tool for Windows

I suppose by now, most of us are aware of Rogue Software or Scareware. This class of malware pretends to be your friend but generates erroneous or misleading alerts with a view to lure users into participating in fraudulent transactions. […]

Bitdefender Rootkit Remover for Windows released

Bitdefender has just released its new experiment in anti-malware, the Bitdefender Rootkit Remover. Rootkits for Windows are typically used to mask malicious software from an antivirus program. It is used for malicious purposes by viruses, worms, backdoors and spyware. A virus combined […]

Chameleon: Run Malwarebytes on an Infected System

A day ago, we reviewed Malwarebytes Anti-malware software which helps in protecting your system from malicious infections. But sometimes, malware may block antivirus software from being installed or if installed, from being run. Such malicious programs are really very resistant to Anti-malware tools […]

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free: Review & Download

Among the several  3rd-party free anti-malware programs available today, one of the most popular one’s is Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.  Malwarebytes’ is fast, light-weight and yet very effective. It is updated several times in a day. Not only will it scan your computer quickly, […]

Uninstall & Remove Ransomware with Anvi Rescue Disk for Windows

Ransomware has become a growing menace! It is a term many computer users today aren’t aware of. Well, for those unaware of the term, Ransomware install on our computer under disguise, hijacks our computers and then demands payment for returning […]

Spybot 2 Search and Destroy Released – Download now!

There was a time during the Windows XP days, that after installing an antivirus software, one just had to install an anti-spyware software too. The two anti-spyware which almost everyone respected were AdAware and Spybot Search & Destroy. Over a period of time, […]

Download Malwarebtytes Anti-Rootkit for Windows

Most of you may be aware of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware whose free version is very popular among Windows users. The same people have now released Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit, which is currently in the beta stage. Rootkits for Windows are typically used to mask malicious software from […]

Emsisoft Emergency Kit: Free portable anti-malware with dual-engine

Emsisoft the developers of Emsisoft Anti-Malware have released an updated version of Emsisoft Emergency Kit. The free program consists of four powerful tools. Emsisoft Emergency Kit includes the world’s only free dual-engine scanner and is able to reliably detect and remove malware on […]

Emsisoft Anti-Malware Review and Download

Emsisoft may not be as well-known as some of the other giant names in the computer security software business, but the company has in its stables some of the finest security software that will help you keep your Windows computer safe […]

Windows Malware Prevention Tool will harden your computer security

Microsoft has released a Malware Prevention Troubleshooter Tool. This free tool will check if your Windows computer has the recommended security settings and security software. It will scan your PC and then make recommended changes automatically. Windows Malware Prevention Tool […]

Antimalware apps for Windows 8/10

Microsoft has partnered with several antivirus partners and antimalware app developers to develop high-quality antimalware apps on Windows 8 – some of which are now available for download. Windows Defender is installed as a feature in Windows 8/10 and is […]

BitDefender Flame Removal Tool: Remove Flamer Trojan or sKyWIper

The Flame malware or Flamer trojan or sKyWIper, has been dubbed the most complex and sophisticated malware encountered to-date – more complex than Duqu and Stuxnet. It is a backdoor, a Trojan, and it has worm-like features, allowing it to […]

Tips To Secure Windows 10/8/7 – Beginners Guide

Windows 10, Windows 8 or Windows 7 may give us the feeling of being secure. The reason is obvious. Being advanced, it incorporates the latest technology for security –  and includes many security advancements and features. However, the need for securing Windows […]

Giveaway: 10 licenses of Emsisoft Internet Security Pack

We are delighted to giveaway 10 license of Emsisoft Internet Security Pack to the readers of The Windows Club. The Emsisoft Internet Security Pack comprises of Emsisoft AntiMalware & Online Armor Firewall. Emsisoft Anti-Malware includes Antivirus, Anti-Trojan, Anti-Spyware, Anti-Bot and protection. It […]

Ad-Aware Free includes real-time protection and more

You may remember Ad-Aware, one of the first and the most popular anti-spyware software at one time. Over a period of time, there were user reports that it had become bloatware and as a result of it, its popularity decreased […]