Conficker Removal Tool – Free

This post was written by admin on May 22, 2009
Posted Under: Conficker, Free PC Security, Free Program

There are many rogue programs that claim that they can remove the Conficker worm aka Downadup / Kido.

However, the newest version, Win32.Worm.Downadup.Gen, has left a trail of chaos for many users with browser redirects, and security programs not working.

It infects standalone PC's as well as home and business networks and removal has not been a simple task.

Once a system is infected it blocks access to security sites and Windows Update, so users cannot download removal tools and the worm continues to spread through networks and usb devices.

If you believe that you may be infected first check by using the visual test here at the Conficker Eye Chart or the site set up at the University of Bonn.

If the visual tests are clean then it is more likely that the Hosts File has been hijacked with other malware which will also block access to security sites and stop security programs from updating or running. If this is the case you can easily clean your Hosts and then update your security programs.

Click here to learn how to clean your Hosts

If you fail the visual tests, BitDefender have released two free tools, one for standalone PC's and one for Networks on a site that has NOT been blocked by Conficker and its variants.

After scanning and removing the worm it is essential to install the October Patch from Microsoft: Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-067 and then install all other Windows Updates as well as updating your security programs.

Download Conficker Free Removal Tool here