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TrojanDownloader:Win32/Kilim.D
Aliases: RDN/Downloader.a!uk (McAfee)
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This threat can install malicious Google Chrome browser plug-ins. It can then use your social media profiles to like, share, and follow pages without your permission.
It can be installed on your PC by pretending to be a legitimate installer or update for the Chrome web browser, Adobe Flash Player, or Google Update.
See the Win32/Kilim family description for more information.
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
- Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find hidden malware.
Get more help
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.
