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Exploit:JS/ShellCode.gen
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
Exploit:JS/Shellcode.gen is a JavaScript-enabled object that does something malicious. Malicious websites and malformed PDF documents may contain JavaScript, which tries to run code without your consent.
Run antivirus or antimalware software
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 8.1 and Windows 10, 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.
Clear the cache
You should delete your temporary Internet files so your security software doesn't continue to detect this threat:
