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Win32/Kuluoz
Aliases: No associated aliases
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This trojan tries to steal your passwords and sensitive information. It can also download other malware onto your PC, including other variants of Win32/Kuluoz and Win32/Sirefef, and variants of rogue security software such as Win32/FakeSysdef and Win32/Winwebsec.
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:Â
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find hidden malware.
Protect your sensitive information
This threat tries to steal your sensitive and confidential information. If you think your information has been stolen, see:
You should change your passwords after you've removed this threat:
Get more help
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.
