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TrojanDownloader:VBS/Bartallex.A
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This threat is part of the Bartallex malware family. This family can download and run files on your PC. They are usually malicious macros that run when you open an infected Microsoft Office file.
We have these threats embedded in Microsoft Word files attached to spam emails.
See the W97M/Bartallex 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
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.
