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Worm:Win32/Bluber.A
Aliases: Possible_Otorun8 (Trend Micro)
Summary
You might need to manually update your Microsoft security software.
After updating, make sure you run a full scan. 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.
Run antivirus or antimalware software
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Windows Defender for Windows 8.1 and Windows 10, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
Additional remediation instructions
Disable Autorun functionality
Use cloud protection
Use cloud protection to help guard against the latest malware threats. It’s turned on by default for Microsoft Security Essentials and Windows Defender for Windows 10.
Go to All settings > Update & security > Windows Defender and make sure that your Cloud-based Protection settings is turned On.
Get more help
You can also see 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.