I’ve been getting a lot of search requests today for the new Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool. So here it is.
The Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool checks Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Server 2003 computers for and helps remove infections by specific, prevalent malicious software—including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom. When the detection and removal process is complete, the tool displays a report describing the outcome, including which, if any, malicious software was detected and removed.
Microsoft will release an updated version of this tool on the second Tuesday of each month. New versions will be made available through this Web page, Windows Update, and the Microsoft Download Center.
You can do a quick online scan at this page. You’ll need to download an ActiveX control or a stand-alone executable file to complete the operation.
Ed Bott 