Trojan.Gen.9 is a trojan detection of the heuristic type – a heuristic type means the program that detects can’t quite read its source but find that said source is obfuscated and thinks the whole thing is fishy. Frankly, Trojan.Gen.9 is one of the mildest threats on the internet and is a high-profile false-positive in most cases.
For example, in the picture below, Trojan.Gen.9 is seen detected in Steam – the most widespread PC gaming platform in the world. This is clearly not a Trojan.
The Devhome.exe Trojan.Gen.9 detection
18.09.24 Update – another false positive you will find in several sources is a Symantec (Norton) detection of Devhome.exe with the Trojan.Gen.9 designation. Devhome is not a malware. It is an integral part of Windows. If a programs detects it but you can’t open the location, it’s because that part of Windows is restricted so you don’t mess up something you shouldn’t be touching in the first place. This is what the actual folders look like:
This detection will likely be patched out soon. If, however, you still believe you were infected by a malware, follow the guide below. There are some real heuristic viruses, after all, or the designation wouldn’t exist in the first place.
SUMMARY:
OFFERTrojan.Gen.9 Virus Removal Guide
Getting rid of a real (that isn’t a false positive) Trojan.Gen.9 Virus isn’t simple. It demands precision and a step-by-step method. This malware digs deep into your system, making it resistant to standard removal methods. You need to tackle every part of your system where the Trojan could hide. Ready? Let’s dive into the steps necessary to ensure your computer is free and secure once more.
Task Scheduler Cleanup
First, head straight to the Task Scheduler. Trojans like Trojan.Gen.9 Virus often create scheduled tasks. They do this to reactivate themselves after you think you’ve removed them. The Task Scheduler is their safety net. You might delete the Trojan, but if these tasks remain, it’s like leaving the door open for them to come back.
- Search for the Task Scheduler in your Start Menu. Open it.
- Then go to the Task Scheduler Library, located at the top left.
- There, you’ll see a list of tasks. The names of these tasks could be anything. Trust your instincts.
- If something looks off, it probably is. Double-click each task. Check the Actions tab.
- This reveals which program or command the task runs. Spot anything related to Trojan.Gen.9 Virus? Delete it: Right-click the task, hit “Delete”.
Remember to be thorough. Multiple malicious tasks might be lurking.
Check Your Task Manager
Next, focus on what’s running on your computer right now. Open the Task Manager. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc. Expand the view with “More Details” (if it’s not already expanded).
Notice any process using lots of memory or CPU? That’s your target. But note that the Trojan.Gen.9 Virus process might not be obvious. It often hides under different names, so we can’t tell you the exact name you must look for.
If you find something you think is related to the malware, right-click it. Select “Open file location”.
You’re now in the folder housing the Trojan’s executable and its other files. Delete everything in there.
Some files won’t delete easily and give you an error when you try to send them to the bin. Use the free Lock Hunter tool in those situations. It tells you what’s blocking the file and helps you delete it.
Simply install the app, then right-click the files you want to delete, and select the “What’s locking it?” option. Then click Delete in the next window.
Return to the Task Manager afterward. End the suspicious process. It’s critical to stop all linked processes. Don’t leave any stone unturned.
Uninstall Rogue Apps
The next step involves checking the programs installed on your computer. Since the malware likely got on your PC by being bundled with another software, you must find and uninstall that other program to ensure your system is secure.
Open “Apps & Features” via the Start Menu.
Sort the list by installation date. Recently added software could be the culprit.
Any unfamiliar programs installed lately? Select the program, click “Uninstall,” and follow the instructions. Just make sure to note the program’s name. It could be important later.
Obviously, if you also see the malware itself in the Apps & Features list, uninstall it too.
Delete Rogue Files and Folders
Now you must manually hunt down and delete any rogue files that Trojan.Gen.9 Virus has left in your system.
Since some of those files might be hidden, you’ll first need to make them visible:
Type “Folder Options” into the Start Menu. Open the window that appears. Go to the “View” tab.
Select “Show Hidden Files, Folders, and Drives”. Then apply the changes.
The first folders you must check for rogue files are these two:
C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\StartupC:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
Look for anything suspicious. You might find files like Tappi.loc or xman6.exe ot you could see files with totally different names. Malware threats like Trojan.Gen.9 Virus constantly change the name of their files, so we can’t tell you exactly what you may find there. Use your judgement to determine which ones look malware-related.
Unsure about a file? Delete it anyway. The only file here you shouldn’t delete is desktop.ini.
Next, check C:\Program Files and C:\Program Files (x86) folders. You’re looking for folders tied to Trojan.Gen.9 Virus – ones with the same or a similar name or ones named like any programs you uninstalled earlier in Apps & Features.
Again, if you try to delete something but get an error saying that the file is in use by another program, just use Lock Hunter to make the file deletable.
After that, open the Temp directory. Do this by typing %TEMP% into the Start Menu and hitting Enter. Delete everything in that folder. Temporary files often harbor remnants of malware. Clearing them out is strongly advisable.
Lastly, check C:\Users\*YOUR USERNAME FOLDER*\AppData\Local\Programs. Delete any suspicious or unfamiliar folders there. Once again, you should be looking for names linked to Trojan.Gen.9 Virus or any other rogue apps you attempted to uninstall.
Clean Up Your PC’s Registry
The final step is to check the Windows Registry Editor. The Trojan probably left traces there that must be eliminated.
Type “regedit” into the Start Menu. Right-click the result. Run it as administrator.
The Registry Editor opens – use Ctrl + F to search for entries related to Trojan.Gen.9 Virus. Find one? Delete it. Repeat until every trace is gone.
Make sure you delete the respective keys (registry folders) in the left panel and not only the values shown in the right panel.
Also, search for registry entries linked to the programs you uninstalled earlier. Remove them. This step ensures that nothing is left behind. It’s like weeding a garden – leave no roots, or they’ll grow back.
Following these steps with precision guarantees the removal of the Trojan.Gen.9 Virus Trojan. It’s crucial to be thorough. Even the smallest oversight can lead to reinfection. Don’t rush. Take your time. Check everything twice. Your system’s security depends on it.
Once you are done with the Registry cleanup, the malware should be gone. However, malware programs evolve and their creators find new ways to make them more persistent and hard to remove. It’s, therefore, possible that some malware data remains on your PC even after you complete this guide.
If this seems to be the case and you are still noticing signs of Trojan.Gen.9 Virus in your system, we strongly recommend using a reliable anti-malware solution to perform a deep scan and delete anything that might have been left behind.
SpyHunter is the tool we recommend for this job. You can obviously use a different software, but you need to make sure it’s up to the task of finding and deleting any and all traces of this malware.
Leave a Reply