Malware Symptoms and Response

Malware Symptoms and Response

Common Malware Symptoms

  • Slow system performance

  • Unexpected pop-ups

  • Unknown programs launching

  • Browser redirects

  • Antivirus alerts

Immediate Actions

  1. Disconnect from the network

  2. Do not attempt to fix it yourself

  3. Contact IT Support immediately

Do Not

  • Download cleaning tools without approval

  • Ignore warnings

  • Continue working on the device

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