This particular threat can be detected and removed by Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Other types of antivirus software may likewise identify the existence of this virus, hence, the detection name given may not be the same.
Summary
Behavior:Win32/HarpoonLockerNote.A is a traditional detection for a questionable program that displays malicious behavior once installed or executed on the computer. The source of this threat is commonly dubious websites and file repository pages, particularly those that are offering free downloads of pirated software.
How to remove Behavior:Win32/HarpoonLockerNote.A?
If your antivirus program detects the occurrence of Behavior:Win32/HarpoonLockerNote.A, we highly recommend a complete virus scan on the computer. Remember to utilize only known and effective security applications such as the following:
- Combo Cleaner for Windows
- Windows Defender (Windows 8 and 10)
- Microsoft Security Essentials (Windows 7 and Vista)
The virus scan should be run in full mode. This is the best method to detect Behavior:Win32/HarpoonLockerNote.A or any relevant viruses from the computer. We also suggest running a full scan after disabling the System Restore to avoid reinstating the virus just in case that this feature is compromised.
For more help
There are a lot of programs that can be identified as Behavior:Win32/HarpoonLockerNote.A. To view similar threats that may have been bothering the computer, please see the Malicious Behavior threat listing.
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