What will be a procedure to remove malware and viruses from an infected router through Total Security

What will be a procedure to remove malware and viruses from an infected router through Total Security

If you think your router has been compromised, the first thing you should do is remove the malicious malware. Please note that the procedures described below can be effective in different ways, depending on the model of router you have and the type of malware you are dealing with. 

For example, VPNFilter can be removed with a simple reset to the factory settings. The DNS manipulations by a Switcher Trojan, on the other hand, are retained even after a reboot. That said, even if you can restore your original DNS settings, you can still be at risk. And since Switcher attacks Android devices, not the router itself, you'll need to remove the malware from your phone so it doesn't skip onto your router.

And now we're going to show you how to remove a virus (or other malware) from your WiFi network.

1. Back up all important data and files

Before you reset a device, you should always back up all important data and files first. If you haven't already done so, back up your PC to an external hard drive or to a cloud.

Resetting your router will not affect the files on your PC, but backing up your files is a general safety precaution.

2. Reset the router to the factory settings

After a factory reset, the router will be configured as it was when you bought it new. Your settings are gone, but hopefully the malware too. As I said, a factory reset is an effective solution to cracking down on VPNFilter because it removes the malware from your router.

In most cases, you perform the reset by holding down a small button on your router with an office pin or other tiny object. You can find information on this in the operating instructions for your device.

3. Update your device's password

After the reset is complete, you will need to reconfigure all settings, including the name and password of your WiFi network. The user password and username have also been reset to the default data. Since many types of router malware use standard user credentials to gain access to the router, now is the perfect time to update your router's username and password .

A strong and unique password for your router protects you against router malware that tries to gain access to your device using the standard user data.

Install antivirus software with router security capabilities

Go one step further in your router security by protecting your WiFi network with special router virus protection. AVG AntiVirus FREE constantly scans your home network for security holes that could be used by hackers to break into your network. And we will always notify you when a new device has logged into your network so that you know immediately if a hacker (or hopefully just the neighbor) wants to use your network for their own purposes.

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