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Rootkit Hunter vs TDSSKiller

A side-by-side look at Rootkit Hunter and TDSSKiller. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Rootkit Hunter

Rootkit Hunter

Security & Privacy

Rootkit Hunter is an open source rootkit scanner for Linux. It scans for rootkits, backdoors, and local exploits by comparing file properties like permissions, sizes, and hashes against known good values.

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TDSSKiller

TDSSKiller

Security & Privacy

TDSSKiller is an anti-rootkit utility that can detect and remove rootkits like TDL4, ZeroAccess, Necurs, and more. It is a lightweight, portable tool that scans the system and registry for suspicious activity.

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