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Stream

 
Threat LevelModerate threat
DamageHigh
DistributionNot widespread

Is my computer infected by Stream?

In order to make absolutely sure that Stream 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 Stream? 

Above all, if you have received the file DRIVER.DOC.    VBS attached to an e-mail message with the characteristics described in the section Means of transmission, do not run the attached file and delete the message, making sure that you delete also it from the Deleted Items folder.

If your Panda Antivirus or Panda ActiveScan detects Stream during the scan, delete it by following the program's instructions.

Additional notes:

  • 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 Stream? 

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.

For more detailed information about how to protect your computer against viruses, click here.