4.0 Troubleshooting


4.7 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common security issues with appropriate tools and best practices.

  • Common symptoms

    • Pop-ups


    • Browser redirection


    • Security alerts


    • Slow performance


    • Internet connectivity issues


    • PC locks up


    • Windows updates failures


    • Rogue antivirus


    • Spam


    • Renamed system files


    • Files disappearing


    • File permission changes


    • Hijacked email


    • Access denied


  • Tools

    • Anti-virus software


    • Anti-malware software


    • Anti-spyware software


    • Recovery console


    • System restore


    • Pre-installation environments


    • Event viewer


  • Best practices for malware removal

    • Identify malware symptoms


    • Quarantine infected system


    • Disable system restore


    • Remediate infected systems

      • Update anti-virus software


      • Scan and removal techniques (safe mode, pre-installation environment)


    • Schedule scans and updates


    • Enable system restore and create restore point


    • Educate end user


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