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Abdu Ali 0 Reputation points
2026-06-10T20:36:11.72+00:00

hey, so i downloaded a minecraft mod pack and i got a trojan virus i used all the anti viruses to try and get rid of it and now it says its gone but i want to make sure its gone fully cuz it would open up python in task manager so i think its gone but im really not sure anyway heres some screenshots of my windows defender status User's image

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  1. _AW_ 67,926 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2026-06-10T23:35:58.4266667+00:00

    Please provide Farbar Recovery Scan Tool (FRST) logs for analysis.

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/farbar-recovery-scan-tool/

    Note: If you are using Edge or Chrome, SmartScreen may initially block the download. Click on the three dots next to the warning and select Keep => Click the Delete drop arrow => Keep anyway.

    • If your computer's language is not English, rename FRST64.exe to FRST64English.exe
    • Run the tool, leave the default settings, and press Scan.
    • Zip the logs, FRST.txt and Addition.txt, then upload to a cloud storage service like OneDrive, Google Drive or gofile.io
    • Post the share link.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/share-onedrive-files-and-folders-9fcc2f7d-de0c-4cec-93b0-a82024800c07

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  2. Estrella721 39,590 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-06-10T21:16:20.3633333+00:00

    I suggest getting a second opinion by scanning your computer with Microsoft Safety Scanner and the free version of Malwarebytes.

    If your current antivirus reports that no viruses were detected, or that all detected threats have already been removed, then there is generally no need to be concerned. However, running additional scans can help confirm that your system is clean and free of malware.

    Microsoft Safety Scanner: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-endpoint/safety-scanner-download?view=o365-worldwide

    Malwarebytes: https://www.malwarebytes.com/

    After completing the scans, follow these additional steps to help ensure your computer is malware-free:

    1. Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps (or Apps & features).
    2. Review the list of installed programs and uninstall any suspicious, unfamiliar, or recently installed applications that you do not recognize.
    3. Open Task Manager and select the Startup tab. Disable any startup items that appear suspicious or unnecessary.
    4. Check your browser extensions and remove any extensions that you did not intentionally install.
    5. Install all available Windows updates and restart your computer.

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    2026-06-10T20:36:42.78+00:00

    To verify that the trojan and related threats are fully removed, use the built‑in Microsoft Defender tools and follow the guidance for persistent malware.

    1. Run a full Microsoft Defender Antivirus scan
    • Open Windows Security.
    • Select Virus & threat protection.
    • Under Current threats, choose Scan options.
    • Select Full scan and start it.
    • Let it complete and act on anything it finds.
    1. Turn on cloud-based protection and automatic sample submission This improves detection of new or hard‑to‑find malware.
    • In Windows Security > Virus & threat protection > Manage settings.
    • Ensure Cloud-delivered protection and Automatic sample submission are On.
    • After turning them on, use Virus & threat protection updates > Check for updates to get the latest definitions.
    1. Run Microsoft Defender Offline (very important in this case) Your Protection history shows:
    • A severe trojan (Trojan:Win32/PowExctnv.B!MTB) with Remediation incomplete.
    • A PUA (PUA:Win32/GameHack) with Unable to block this app – run Antivirus Microsoft Defender (offline scan).

    This means some components might still be hiding and can only be fully removed by an offline scan.

    To run it:

    1. Open Windows Security.
    2. Go to Virus & threat protection.
    3. Under Current threats, select Scan options.
    4. Choose Microsoft Defender Antivirus (offline scan) and select Scan now.
    5. Save any open work; the PC will restart and scan outside of Windows.
    6. After the scan and automatic restart, open Windows Security and check Protection history for new entries. Confirm that:
      • The trojan and PUA entries now show as Threat blocked or Removed (not Remediation incomplete or Unable to block).
    7. Check for recurring detections
    • Over the next few reboots and gaming sessions, periodically open Windows Security > Protection history.
    • If the same trojan or PUA names keep reappearing, follow the guidance to scan again with Microsoft Defender Offline, as this indicates a hidden component reinstalling the malware.
    1. Avoid re‑infection
    • Do not reinstall the same mod pack or cracked tools that were previously flagged (for example, anything similar to the GameHack PUA or suspicious archives).
    • Use only trusted sources for mods and software.

    If, after the offline scan and updated definitions, Microsoft Defender shows no active threats and nothing new appears in Protection history, the system is considered clean according to Microsoft’s guidance.

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