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What is Emotet?

Emotet is a banking trojan that was first discovered in 2014. It is a modular malware, which means that it can be customized with different modules to perform different tasks. Emotet is typically distributed via phishing emails that contain malicious attachments or links.

What does Emotet do to the computer system when it attacks?

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Once Emotet has infected a computer system, it can perform a variety of malicious activities, including:

• Stealing personal and financial information, such as login credentials, credit card numbers, and social security numbers
• Disabling security software
• Distributing other malware
• Launching ransomware attacks

Emotet is a particularly dangerous malware because it is very stealthy and can be difficult to detect. It also has the ability to spread rapidly within a network.

Is commercial virus protection software able to defend computer systems from Emotet?

Commercial virus protection software can help to defend computer systems from Emotet, but it is important to note that no security software is 100% effective. It is also important to keep your security software up to date with the latest definitions.

Has my personal computer ever been subject to a virus? What did I do to fix my computer?

Personally, I have never had my personal computer infected with a virus. However, I have helped many people to fix their computers that have been infected with viruses.

If you think that your computer may be infected with a virus, there are a few things you can do:

1. Run a virus scan using your security software.
2. If the virus scan finds any viruses, remove them immediately.
3. If you are unable to remove the viruses yourself, you may need to seek professional help.

How to protect yourself from Emotet

There are a number of things you can do to protect yourself from Emotet, including:

• Be careful about opening email attachments, especially from unknown senders.
• If you are unsure about an email, do not click on any links or open any attachments.
• Keep your security software up to date with the latest definitions.
• Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication whenever possible.
• Back up your data regularly.

By following these tips, you can help to protect yourself from Emotet and other malware.