Scanning a ISO File and Bootable Anti-Virus

Page 1 of 8 123 ... LastLast

  1. Posts : 100
    Windows 10
       #1

    Scanning a ISO File and Bootable Anti-Virus


    I am downloading an ISO File from the official Microsoft Website (Windows 10 Insider Builds). My PC is infected which could result in the ISO File being infected and injected by a infection.. Can anyone help me to scan this ISO File before I install the Build onto my PC. After I do that, I will use a Bootable Anti-Virus, please recommend a Bootable Anti-Virus to me.
    Thanks in advance,
    MSM
      My Computer


  2. Posts : 100
    Windows 10
    Thread Starter
       #2

    Actually, downgrading to Windows 8.1, same instructions but different version of Windows.
      My Computer


  3. Posts : 12,801
    Windows 11 Pro
       #3

    You would be much safer to download it on another computer which is not infected. You can also run these 'online' scanners to help.
    Scan with Kaspersky TDSSKiller:
    Anti-rootkit utility TDSSKiller

    Anti-rootkit utility TDSSKiller
    ESET online scanner:
    Free Virus Scan | ESET Online Scanner ESET
    Free Online Virus Scanner | ESET
    Superantispyware
    SUPERAntiSpyware | Remove Malware | Remove Spyware - AntiMalware, AntiSpyware, AntiAdware!
    Malwarebytes
    Malwarebytes | Download Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free
    When installing, uncheck the start trial real time scanning and just use it as an on demand scanner
      My Computer


  4. Posts : 100
    Windows 10
    Thread Starter
       #4

    Ehh, I do not have another PC. Don't recommend super anti-spyware. Everything else is alright but it's not related to the question. Anyone else that can help me do achieve this (Installing Windows 10 Home over night (Forget 8.1 and Insider Builds)).
      My Computer


  5. Posts : 12,801
    Windows 11 Pro
       #5

    I always recommend Superantispyware, and use it regularly. It will find stuff nothing else will. If running anti root kit and virus scanners is not related to scanning for viruses, I guess I don't understand your question. I'm sure you know someone with a computer that would download it for you. You are going to be much safer doing that than trying to scan it. Maybe someone else will come along and give you the answers you want.
      My Computer


  6. whs
    Posts : 1,935
    Windows 7
       #6

    Send your iso to Virus Total. That scans it with 30 different well know AV programs.

    VirusTotal - Free Online Virus, Malware and URL Scanner
      My Computer


  7. Posts : 1,366
    Windows 10 Pro x64
       #7

    I don't believe the .iso file can become infected, unless you were to open and edit it.

    If you were that worried about it, you'd find access to another computer to be 100% certain. Let's assume it could be infected...it could be done after you scanned the file on an infected computer. So, to be sure, your best bet is to find another computer, like a friend or relative's.
      My Computer


  8. Posts : 134,300
    Windows 11 Pro (x64) 23H2 Build 22631.3296
       #8

    Why don't you just remove this virus?? I wouldn't even think about doing anything on my computer until I removed ANY virus that was on it. My #1 concern would be, removing the virus or malware FRIST!!! Guess I'm missing something here.
      My Computers


  9. whs
    Posts : 1,935
    Windows 7
       #9

    Some people keep a virus as a pet - lol
      My Computer


  10. Posts : 2,832
    Windows 10 Pro X64
       #10

    Hi,

    please recommend a Bootable Anti-Virus to me.
    This is what lot's of techies use in the business to clean suspect gear:

    https://www.comodo.com/business-secu...e3c948ca8da3d2

    An ISO file does not get infected IME unless the virus is specifically written to do so.

    Some people keep a virus as a pet - lol
    LOL. Just feed it some files every now and then, right ?

    Cheers,
      My Computers


 

  Related Discussions
Our Sites
Site Links
About Us
Windows 10 Forums is an independent web site and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation. "Windows 10" and related materials are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

© Designer Media Ltd
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:35.
Find Us




Windows 10 Forums