Malicious Software Removal Tool
The Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool is an anti-malware utility that checks computers running Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2003 for infections by specific, prevalent malicious software—including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom—and helps remove malware and any other infections found.When the detection and malware removal process is complete, the tool displays a report describing the outcome, including which, if any, malware was detected and removed.
New anti-malware additions
We have added detection and cleaning capabilities for:See the list of malicious software cleaned by this tool.
Note: The version of the tool delivered by Microsoft Update and Windows Update runs in the background and then reports if a malware infection is found. To run this tool more than once a month, use the version on this web page or install the version that is available at the Microsoft Download Center.
Because computers can appear to function normally when infected, it's a good idea to run this tool regularly even if your computer seems to be fine. You should also use up-to-date antivirus software, such as Microsoft Security Essentials, to help protect your computer from other malware. Windows 8 includes antivirus and antispyware software called Windows Defender. Windows Defender for Windows 8 replaces Microsoft Security Essentials.
Get a free safety scan
To scan your computer for malicious and potentially unwanted software, see the Microsoft Safety Scanner.The Microsoft Safety Scanner is a free downloadable security tool that provides on-demand scanning and helps remove viruses, spyware, and other malware. It works with your existing antivirus software, but is not a replacement for antivirus software.
Technical assistance
Contact your anti-malware vendor for assistance with identifying or removing virus or worm infections. If you need more help with malware removal and other virus-related issues, contact Microsoft Support.If you would prefer to bring your computer to a local repair person or to have someone come to you, use Microsoft Pinpoint to enter your zip code and find a Microsoft partner in your area that can help you remove malware.
[original Article: https://www.microsoft.com/it-it/download/malicious-software-removal-tool-details.aspx]
[update 2017.08.16]
new link:
https://www.microsoft.com/it-it/download/malicious-software-removal-tool-details.aspx
About some tools I would suggest these:
Malwarebytes and Bitdefender.
Here they are some free MAC Antivirus:
About Wannacry and similar ramsoware you can review this blog article, consider these toos to:
Antivirus - WannaCry Free Decryptor tool
Hacker - MS17-010 patch KB4012598 against Wannacry Ramsoware
- Vaccinator.
- immunizer against Petya and other ransomware.
Some precedently information was taken reviewing this interesting article:
