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eradicating-malware-from-infected-systems
Systematically map and remove malware, backdoors, and attacker persistence mechanisms (registry Run keys, scheduled tasks, WMI subscriptions, services, cron/init.d) from infected Windows and Linux systems using Autoruns, EDR/AV, and YARA, restoring a clean state while preventing re-infection. Use after containment and forensic analysis have identified all compromised systems and persistence mechanisms and you are ready to eradicate and recover.
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# Eradicating Malware from Infected Systems
## When to Use
- Malware infection confirmed and containment is in place
- Forensic investigation has identified all persistence mechanisms
- All compromised systems have been identified and scoped
- Ready to remove attacker artifacts and restore clean state
- Post-containment phase requires systematic cleanup
## Prerequisites
- Completed forensic analysis identifying all malware artifacts
- List of all compromised systems and accounts
- EDR/AV with updated signatures deployed
- YARA rules for the specific malware family