What is msdirectx.sys? Should I remove it?
msdirectx.sys is a malicious file that allows the associated parasite to work as a hidden system process or fake device driver. It can be responsible for implementing main parasite functions and running its destructive payload.
The msdirectx.sys file is installed and used by Loxbot.
You are highly advised to scan the system, delete the msdirectx.sys file and all related objects.
In some cases a presence of msdirectx.sys does not mean that your system is infected. The file may actually belong to some fully legitimate applications and therefore must stay intact. If you are in doubt, please scan the msdirectx.sys file using you regular spyware remover or antivirus program. msdirectx.sys is a malicious parasite component responsible for implementing main parasite functions, hiding its running processes or delivering a destructive payload. The msdirectx.sys file usually works in the same manner as a system service or a device driver. In some cases it contains essential settings of a particular parasite.
The msdirectx.sys file is installed and used by Sdbot.add.
Please note that the msdirectx.sys file actually may be a fully legitimate part of the operating system or legitimate software. Often parasites use files with unsuspicious names, but malicious functionality. You should always carefully check the file before deleting it. It may not be related with malware, but can be required by your essential programs to work properly. msdirectx.sys is a malicious parasite component responsible for implementing main parasite functions, hiding its running processes or delivering a destructive payload. The msdirectx.sys file usually works in the same manner as a system service or a device driver. In some cases it contains essential settings of a particular parasite.
The msdirectx.sys file is installed and used by Loxbot.d.
You have to delete the msdirectx.sys file immediately after you have found it. The parasite will continue to violate your privacy and harm your computer unless msdirectx.sys and all related objects will not be completely removed from the system. If you have difficulties erasing the file consider using an anti-spyware program.
Sometimes a presence of msdirectx.sys does not indicate that your computer is infected. It can be an essential system file or a file installed by harmless legitimate software and therefore may not pose any threat to your privacy and the system. Although such cases are quite rare, you should thoroughly examine msdirectx.sys before completely deleting or leaving it in the system.