Killmbr.exe

Killmbr.exe is a file that distributes the Killmbr infection, a threat that self-classifies itself as a virus but which more closely resembles a Trojan horse. Although Killmbr.exe must be launched manually, once activated, Killmbr.exe will overwrite critical system information on your computer. This may make your PC inoperable or destroy all information on your hard drive. Recovery methods are available to revert the damage of a Killmbr.exe attack, but Killmbr.exe itself may still be a threat until removed. Removing Killmbr.exe, as is the case with any high-level threat, should be done with the help of an expert and the use of a fully-updated and reputable anti-malware program.

Why Killmbr.exe Might Be the Last File You Ever Open

Killmbr.exe is an unusually honest infection in that Killmbr.exe announces Killmbr.exe's intentions upfront, if you're savvy enough to know it. The Killmbr.exe Trojan is a simple DOS-based program that overwrites the Master Boot Record or MBR on your computer. After doing this, Killmbr.exe may display a taunting message that announces Killmbr.exe's presence in the form of a virus, with a little profanity added on top for good measure.

As a threat that was seen in 2008, Killmbr.exe isn't widely-distributed. However, Killmbr.exe can still be a high-level danger to any computer that uses a Master Boot Record, This includes all standard PCs, and even alternate computer brands that don't require a MBR may use one for cross-platform-compatibility purposes.

After Killmbr.exe is deleted, your computer will most likely be completely unusable, although reinstalling an operating system will let you use your PC again. Restoring the information lost from a Killmbr.exe attack is difficult, but sometimes possible with the help of security program that specializes in MBR recovery.

What You Can Do About Killmbr.exe

Even though Killmbr.exe calls itself a virus, by modern definitions, Killmbr.exe more closely resembles a Trojan. Killmbr.exe hasn't been observed infecting other files to propagate, nor can Killmbr.exe copy itself in the fashion of a worm. Because of this, without external assistance from an unrelated threat, Killmbr.exe must be intentionally downloaded and launched to attack your computer.

To protect yourself from possible Killmbr.exe attacks, avoid using any files from suspicious sources, including illegal websites and websites that lack stringent security for file uploads. Don't assume that a file isn't an executable simply because it doesn't use the .exe extension. Set your file-viewing options to let you see full extensions for all files. Killmbr.exe may not always retain Killmbr.exe's original name and may be compressed to alter Killmbr.exe's file size and avoid detection.

If you've recovered from a Killmbr.exe attack or suspect that you have Killmbr.exe on your PC, use appropriate anti-malware software to scan your system for Killmbr.exe and other threats. Any high-quality scanner that's been armed with complete threat updates should be able to remove Killmbr.exe from your PC and avoid further harm.