Worm:Win32/Dorkbot.AM

Detected by Microsoft Defender Antivirus

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Summary

Windows Defender Antivirus detects and removes this threat.

This threat can download other malware onto your PC, including threat that spread using your Skype contacts. It can also download malware that mines Bitcoins.

There is more information in the Win32/Dorkbot family description.

Find out ways that malware can get on your PC.

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 other, hidden malware.

Protect your sensitive information

This threat tries to steal your sensitive and confidential information. If you think your information has been stolen, see:

What to do if you are a victim of fraud

You should change your passwords after you've removed this threat:

Create strong passwords

Scan removable drives

Remember to scan any removable or portable drives. If you have Microsoft security software, see this topic on our software help page:

How do I scan a removable drive, such as a USB flash drive?

Disable Autorun

This threat tries to use the Windows Autorun function to spread via removable drives, like USB flash drives. You can disable Autorun to prevent worms from spreading: