I found a virus in a file, is it safe to delete the file?

Question

I found a virus using CA Anti-Virus on my computer at the following address:

C:\Documents and Settings\User\Application Data\Sun\Java\Deployment\cache\6.0\25

The virus is called Java/SillyDl.EUA

I don't know how to remove it other than deleting the file, and I don't know if that is safe for my computer. All it says in CA Anti-Virus is that it's infected.

I've also scanned my computer for ad-ware and spyware and deleted those.

Please tell me if it's safe to delete it, and other wise, what can I do to get rid of this virus. Is it going to harm my computer?

Thanks in advance.

Sas xx.

Answer 1

Have CA take care of the virus for you. There may be more to it than just the 1 file they're mentioning. OK them (CA) to get rid of it, either have them quarantine it or delete it. I usually quarantine 1st & delete later.

Answer 2

Trojan.SillyDL Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of Trojan.SillyDL manual removal instructions and Trojan.SillyDL components listed to help you remove SpyCrush from your PC. Backup Reminder: Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.

Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We recommend that you use SpyHunter's spyware detection tool to check for Trojan.SillyDL.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Trojan.SillyDL Path

Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.

In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Trojan.SillyDL" file name(s).

To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.

When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "Trojan.SillyDL", highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because you'll need the file path to delete Trojan.SillyDL in the following manual removal steps. Read more about How to Find Trojan.SillyDL with File Search Tool

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Trojan.SillyDL Processes

To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.

Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "Trojan.SillyDL" process by name.

Select the "Trojan.SillyDL" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.

Remove the "Trojan.SillyDL" processes files:

evjpfd.exe0.exe039b101504.exe1.exeevjp... 5060a7411.exe0.exe039b101504.exe1.exe191... 11.exe

Read more about How to kill Trojan.SillyDL Processes

Step 3 : Detect and Delete Other Trojan.SillyDL Files

To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.

Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.

To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".

Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".

To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".

To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".

Select the "Trojan.SillyDL" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.

Remove the "Trojan.SillyDL" processes files:

19228291921297192088319191121918638191... 9179991916944191693619155211915149191466... 10515evjpfd.exe0.exe039b101504.exe1.exe1... 245060a7411.exe1921297192088319191121918... 1918186191799919169441916936191552119151... 91399719105151910245060a7411.exe039b1015... e0.exe

Answer 3

Your 'CA anti-v' should be able to contain (or quarantine) the file.

A simple 'delete' action will likely not help much.  Those who write this garbage are pretty slick, and know how to get it to do bad work if the thing is not handled correctly.

Check your anti-v options to see what you can tell it to do with a virus once it's identified, then lock that method in to your preferences so you don't have to do a manual file 'fix' every time.