Lentin.L
Threat LevelDamageDistribution

Is my computer infected by Lentin.L?

In order to make absolutely sure that Lentin.L has not infected your computer, you have the following options:

1. Carry out a full scan of your computer using Panda Antivirus, after checking that it is updated. If it isn't and you are a registered Panda Security client, update it by clicking here.
2. Check the computer with Panda ActiveScan, Panda Security's free, online scanner, which will quickly detect any possible viruses.

How to remove Lentin.L? 

Above all, if you have received a message with any of the characteristics described in the section Means of transmission, do not run the attached file and delete the message, making sure that you also delete it from the Deleted Items folder.

If your Panda Antivirus or Panda ActiveScan detects Lentin.L during the scan, it will automatically offer you the option of deleting it. Do this by following the programs instructions.

As an extra precaution run our free utility Panda QuickRemover, which will automatically repair any damage that Lentin.L may have caused in your computer. In order to do this, follow these instructions:

• Download the free utility Panda QuickRemover by clicking on the icon below: 
  

• Save the file in any folder you want in your computer.
• If you have a computer network, it is advisable to physically disconnect all machines (workstations and servers) from the network.  
• Run Panda QuickRemover by double-clicking on the file and follow the instructions.
• Repeat the operation above for every computer, especially if they are connected to a network.
• If you have a computer network, once you have carried out the operations above in all computers you can reconnect them to the network.

Additional notes:

• If you have Netscape Navigator installed and experience problems downloading Panda QuickRemover, follow these instructions: 1 Right-click on the icon. 2 Select the option Save link as.... 3 Select the folder in which to save it.
• After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows Millenium, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.
• After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows XP, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.

How can I protect my computer from Lentin.L? 

In order to keep your computer protected, bear the following tips in mind:

• If you have filtering tools installed, configure them to reject messages with the characteristics described in the section Means of transmission. If, in spite of doing this, you receive the message that contains the virus: do not open it, do not run the attached file and delete it, making sure that you also delete it from the Deleted Items folder.
• Install a good antivirus in your computer. Click here to get the Panda antivirus solution that best suits your needs.
• Keep your antivirus updated. If automatic updates are available, configure your antivirus to use them.
• Keep your permanent antivirus protection enabled at all times.