Trojan.Gen.MBT (Virus Removal Guide) - Free Instructions

Trojan.Gen.MBT Removal Guide

What is Trojan.Gen.MBT?

Trojan.Gen.MBT is a generic term used to describe malware that comes from Trojan family

Trojan.Gen.MBTTrojan.Gen.MBT is a generic description used to name trojan horses that are not recognized by security software

Trojan.Gen.MBT is a Trojan horse and a type of malware that disguises itself as a useful application or file. Once opened, the infection instantly spreads throughout the computer system, altering many parts of Windows configuration. Viruses that are detected under this name have specific behavioral patterns but do not have a designated name. Despite that, Trojan.Gen.MBT can engage in a variety of malicious activities, including sensitive information gathering, installing other malicious software, redirecting users to suspicious websites and others. Consequently, a Trojan can compromise the computer entirely, although no symptoms of infection can be seen in most cases. Nevertheless, those who employ reputable security software can stop threats like Trojan.Gen.MBT without much trouble.

Name Trojan.Gen.MBT
Type Trojan horse
Infiltration Spam email attachments, malicious links on social media or other sites, repacked or cracked software, fake updates, drive-by downloads, etc.
Risk factors Other malware infection, inclusion into a botnet, sensitive information leak, money loss, etc.
Symptoms Usually none, although some users might experience error messages, software crashes, redirects to questionable sites, system slowdowns, etc.
Termination Use reputable security software to remove Trojan.Gen.MBT
Recovery To recover from system damage done by the virus, use FortectIntego

Trojan.Gen.MBT virus can get into your machine in various ways, such as:

  • Links or attachments inside phishing emails;
  • Drive-by downloads;[1]
  • Repacked or cracked software;
  • Malicious websites;
  • Software vulnerabilities;
  • Installed by other malware, etc.

Because of Trojan.Gen.MBT virus can represent a different kind of Trojan infections, and the activities can vary greatly. Some Trojans might merely redirect users to affiliated websites for ad revenue, modify Windows registry, display annoying pictures or similar events that might be simply annoying.

However, some Trojan.Gen.MBT infections can lead to devastating consequences, such as remote code execution[2] on a host machine, sensitive information gathering, inclusion into a botnet, creation of administrative accounts, other malware installations, etc. Thus, Trojan.Gen.MBT removal should be the first priority.

To remove Trojan.Gen.MBT virus from your machine, you should use reputable security software that can recognize the threat, such as SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner. Nevertheless, you can take advantage of any other anti-malware tool that has a good reputation. Don't forget that some rogue anti-spyware can actually damage your computer instead. Unfortunately, but such applications are more prevalent than one might expect, as proves recent studies done by AV-Comparatives. It determined that two-thirds of Android security applications do not provide comprehensive protection. [3]

Trojan.Gen.MBT usually heavily modifies system settings. For that reason, you should scan your device with FortectIntego for full system recovery after Trojan infection.

Take precautionary measure to protect yourself from malware

Some might think that malware infections are based on luck. However, it is far from the truth, and those who do not take of their online privacy and system security have a much higher chance of malware infections. Despite the popular belief, computer viruses do not get installed onto machines automatically. Users' actions, direct or indirect, are usually the main factors of malware infection.

Therefore, you should take care of your online safety and avoid system compromise. The first step is to install a reputable security solution, internet shield and enable Firewall. These basic protection measures will already reduce the chances of getting infected at least by half.

However, automated security measures are not enough. Here are other tips from experts:

  • Beware of spam emails – do not open attachments (especially .exe, .vbs, .js, .scr and other executables, although .doc, .pdf and similar files can be just as dangerous) or click on hyperlinks;
  • Patch your software as soon as security updates are released;
  • Use strong passwords for all your accounts and two-factor authentication;
  • Do not download cracked software or cracks/keygens;
  • Disable Adobe Flash Player and enable automatic updates for all installed software;
  • Use an ad-blocker, although remember to make exceptions for sites you want to support;
  • Disable RDP connection as soon as you stop using it and adequately protect it;
  • When installing freeware or shareware, pick Advanced/Custom installation mode in order to avoid PUPs and other threats.

Trojan.Gen.MBT virusTrojan.Gen.MBT is a type of malware that infects the computers without users noticing and then performs stealthy malicious activities that might result in money loss or identity theft

Terminate Trojan.Gen.MBT by scanning your PC with anti-malware software

Because Trojan.Gen.MBT virus usually enters machines without leaving any tracers, users might not even know that they are infected for weeks or even months before they realize that something is wrong. This is another reason a comprehensive security software should be installed and updated on every computer (this includes Androids, iOS, and tablets) – it can remove Trojan.Gen.MBT before it even manages to spread on your computer.

If infected, however, you need to make sure Trojan.Gen.MBT removal is executed as soon as possible. Beware that Trojans can install other malware, compromising your machine even further. Depending on the severity of the infection, you might have to enter Safe Mode with Networking, as some viruses might try to tamper with AV operation. We explain how to enter this security environment that disables the virus' functionality below.

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Alternative Software
Different software has a different purpose. If you didn’t succeed in fixing corrupted files with Fortect, try running SpyHunter 5.
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Different software has a different purpose. If you didn’t succeed in fixing corrupted files with Intego, try running Combo Cleaner.

Getting rid of Trojan.Gen.MBT. Follow these steps

Manual removal using Safe Mode

To remove Trojan.Gen.MBT Trojan safely, enter Safe Mode with Networking:

Important! →
Manual removal guide might be too complicated for regular computer users. It requires advanced IT knowledge to be performed correctly (if vital system files are removed or damaged, it might result in full Windows compromise), and it also might take hours to complete. Therefore, we highly advise using the automatic method provided above instead.

Step 1. Access Safe Mode with Networking

Manual malware removal should be best performed in the Safe Mode environment. 

Windows 7 / Vista / XP
  1. Click Start > Shutdown > Restart > OK.
  2. When your computer becomes active, start pressing F8 button (if that does not work, try F2, F12, Del, etc. – it all depends on your motherboard model) multiple times until you see the Advanced Boot Options window.
  3. Select Safe Mode with Networking from the list. Windows 7/XP
Windows 10 / Windows 8
  1. Right-click on Start button and select Settings.
    Settings
  2. Scroll down to pick Update & Security.
    Update and security
  3. On the left side of the window, pick Recovery.
  4. Now scroll down to find Advanced Startup section.
  5. Click Restart now.
    Reboot
  6. Select Troubleshoot. Choose an option
  7. Go to Advanced options. Advanced options
  8. Select Startup Settings. Startup settings
  9. Press Restart.
  10. Now press 5 or click 5) Enable Safe Mode with Networking. Enable safe mode

Step 2. Shut down suspicious processes

Windows Task Manager is a useful tool that shows all the processes running in the background. If malware is running a process, you need to shut it down:

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard to open Windows Task Manager.
  2. Click on More details.
    Open task manager
  3. Scroll down to Background processes section, and look for anything suspicious.
  4. Right-click and select Open file location.
    Open file location
  5. Go back to the process, right-click and pick End Task.
    End task
  6. Delete the contents of the malicious folder.

Step 3. Check program Startup

  1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard to open Windows Task Manager.
  2. Go to Startup tab.
  3. Right-click on the suspicious program and pick Disable.
    Startup

Step 4. Delete virus files

Malware-related files can be found in various places within your computer. Here are instructions that could help you find them:

  1. Type in Disk Cleanup in Windows search and press Enter.
    Disk cleanup
  2. Select the drive you want to clean (C: is your main drive by default and is likely to be the one that has malicious files in).
  3. Scroll through the Files to delete list and select the following:

    Temporary Internet Files
    Downloads
    Recycle Bin
    Temporary files

  4. Pick Clean up system files.
    Delete temp files
  5. You can also look for other malicious files hidden in the following folders (type these entries in Windows Search and press Enter):

    %AppData%
    %LocalAppData%
    %ProgramData%
    %WinDir%

After you are finished, reboot the PC in normal mode.

Remove Trojan.Gen.MBT using System Restore

System Restore can also be used to stop the threat from performing its operations:

  • Step 1: Reboot your computer to Safe Mode with Command Prompt
    Windows 7 / Vista / XP
    1. Click Start Shutdown Restart OK.
    2. When your computer becomes active, start pressing F8 multiple times until you see the Advanced Boot Options window.
    3. Select Command Prompt from the list Select 'Safe Mode with Command Prompt'

    Windows 10 / Windows 8
    1. Press the Power button at the Windows login screen. Now press and hold Shift, which is on your keyboard, and click Restart..
    2. Now select Troubleshoot Advanced options Startup Settings and finally press Restart.
    3. Once your computer becomes active, select Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt in Startup Settings window. Select 'Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt'
  • Step 2: Restore your system files and settings
    1. Once the Command Prompt window shows up, enter cd restore and click Enter. Enter 'cd restore' without quotes and press 'Enter'
    2. Now type rstrui.exe and press Enter again.. Enter 'rstrui.exe' without quotes and press 'Enter'
    3. When a new window shows up, click Next and select your restore point that is prior the infiltration of Trojan.Gen.MBT. After doing that, click Next. When 'System Restore' window shows up, select 'Next' Select your restore point and click 'Next'
    4. Now click Yes to start system restore. Click 'Yes' and start system restore
    Once you restore your system to a previous date, download and scan your computer with FortectIntego and make sure that Trojan.Gen.MBT removal is performed successfully.

Finally, you should always think about the protection of crypto-ransomwares. In order to protect your computer from Trojan.Gen.MBT and other ransomwares, use a reputable anti-spyware, such as FortectIntego, SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes

How to prevent from getting trojans

Protect your privacy – employ a VPN

There are several ways how to make your online time more private – you can access an incognito tab. However, there is no secret that even in this mode, you are tracked for advertising purposes. There is a way to add an extra layer of protection and create a completely anonymous web browsing practice with the help of Private Internet Access VPN. This software reroutes traffic through different servers, thus leaving your IP address and geolocation in disguise. Besides, it is based on a strict no-log policy, meaning that no data will be recorded, leaked, and available for both first and third parties. The combination of a secure web browser and Private Internet Access VPN will let you browse the Internet without a feeling of being spied or targeted by criminals. 

No backups? No problem. Use a data recovery tool

If you wonder how data loss can occur, you should not look any further for answers – human errors, malware attacks, hardware failures, power cuts, natural disasters, or even simple negligence. In some cases, lost files are extremely important, and many straight out panic when such an unfortunate course of events happen. Due to this, you should always ensure that you prepare proper data backups on a regular basis.

If you were caught by surprise and did not have any backups to restore your files from, not everything is lost. Data Recovery Pro is one of the leading file recovery solutions you can find on the market – it is likely to restore even lost emails or data located on an external device.

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