Symptoms:
Computer running slow, CPU usage always around 98% Possible Cause:
An executable may be running called iosdt.exe Check to see if iosdt.exe is running:
- Open Windows Task Manager by pressing "Crtl" + "Alt" + "Delete".
- Click the Processes tab.
- Look to see if iosdt.exe is running (it will be using most CPU resources). If iosdt.exe is not running, this is information does not apply to your problem.
Removing iosdt.exe:
This is a very sneaky infection. In order to find & remove the exe you need to:
- Open Control Panel > Folder Options
- Click the View tab.
- Under Hidden Files & Folders click "Show Hidden Files and Folders"
- Next uncheck "Hide protected operating system files"
- Reboot in Safe Mode (in XP press F8 before windows begins loading)
- Open C:\WINDOWS\system32
- Delete the Folders & files with iosdt in the name (there should be 1 folder, iosdt, containing all the corrupt files) you may want to do a search for iosdt to make sure everything is removed.
- Empty the Recycle Bin.
- Reboot in Normal Mode.
The problem should be resolved.
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