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How to Remove the MSN Messenger Virus
Choke.exe aka I-Worm.Choke
| Even if the user accepts the download he or she will not be infected. The user must download and run the files they received. The file name can differ every time. It can be 'ShootPresidentBUSH.exe', 'Choke.exe' or '%The user name%.exe' where the user name is a nickname from dalist.txt. |
To remove the virus is simple to do. Simply follow these instructions:
(If you have any problems then please post a message in the MSN Messenger Virus Forum)
1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete and select Choke.exe, and press "End Task".
2. Close Messenger. This will simply stop any of your contacts getting the virus.
3. Goto 'Start' then 'Run' and type 'msconfig'. A new window should appear.
4. Click on the tab at the top right that says 'Startup'.
5. Unitick the box next to "Choke.exe" or simlar name.
The virus has now been deactivated!
To remove it fully follow these instructions:
1. Goto 'Start', then 'Find' and search for "Choke.exe".
2. Click on the file and press 'Delete'.
3. Empty your recycle bin.
The virus has now been fully removed!
As you may have passed the MSN Messenger virus on to some of your contacts we suggests you warn your friends about the MSN Messenger Virus
In future if someone tries to send you a file on MSN Messenger and it ends with '.exe'. Dont download it unless you are really sure you know what it is. Ask the person that is sending you it what it is!
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