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HackTool:Win64/Gendows
Aliases: HackTool.Win64 (Ikarus)
Summary
Windows Defender Antivirus detects and removes this threat.
This hacktool can be used to activate a pirated versions of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
We recommend you don't use hacktools as they can be associated with malware or unwanted software. We have seen malware distributed with these tools.
The following free Microsoft software detects and removes 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
Even if we've already detected and removed this particular threat, running a full scan might find other malware that is hiding on your PC.
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.
