Malware Removal Lab - A+ Core 2

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Malware Removal Process

1. Investigate Symptoms
Identify suspicious processes
2. Check Network Activity
Identify suspicious connections
3. Quarantine System
Isolate from network
4. Boot to Safe Mode
Restart in safe environment
5. Disable System Restore
Remove infected restore points
6. Check Startup Programs
Review autorun entries
7. Remediate
Scan and remove threats
8. Verify System Files
Run sfc /scannow
9. Schedule Scans
Configure automated protection
10. Re-enable Restore
Create clean restore point
11. Document & Educate
Generate incident report

Hint

What command shows running processes? Look for anything unusual.

C:\Windows\System32> Command Prompt (Administrator) - INFECTED SYSTEM
ALERT: System showing signs of malware infection!
Symptoms: Slow performance, high CPU usage, unknown processes
 
Your task: Follow the 7-step malware removal process.
This is the CompTIA-recommended approach for handling malware incidents.
 
Type 'help' or '?' to see available commands.
 
C:\>
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