What is ComboFix?
ComboFix is a popular free anti-malware and anti-virus tool for Windows. It was originally developed by sUBs in 2007. The goal of ComboFix is to detect and remove malware, viruses, rootkits, trojans, spyware and other security threats from infected Windows computers.
Some key features of ComboFix include:
- Scans vital Windows areas like the Windows registry, critical operating system files, browser addons, etc. for infections
- Quarantines and removes detected threats and malware
- Utilizes advanced scanning techniques to identify deeply embedded threats
- Generates a detailed log file about detected infections and actions taken
- Free for personal use
ComboFix requires advanced technical knowledge to utilize properly. It's essentially aimed at advanced users as improper use could harm the Windows installation. The tool scans the computer aggressively for a wide range of threats and alter system settings to aid removal. Regular Windows users facing malware issues are better off using alternative dedicated anti-virus tools that are easier and safer to use.
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, HitmanPro, SUPERAntiSpyware, AdwCleaner, ZHPCleaner, Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool, Zemana AntiMalware, Emsisoft Emergency Kit, 9-Lab Removal Tool, Spyware Terminator, Winpooch Watchdog are some alternatives to ComboFix.