Prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system

[Madhulika]

Is there any method to prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system? I am using Windows XP operating system and my browser is IE8. The AVG antivirus, that I am using in my system detects and also deletes the infection. But, I do not know how it enters into the system. Please help me advisable replies.

[Spyrus]

To prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system, use a firewall. Here is how you can enable it in your system:

1. Click on Start.
2. After that, go to Control Panel.
3. Next, click on Security.
4. There, click on Turn Windows Firewall on or off..
5. Now, select ON.
6. Lastly, click ok.

[Milton.J]

Do not open email attachments from unknown users and this can help you to prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system. The attackers send bulk mails to the users by embedding the infections within the attachment. The unsuspecting users fall prey to such attacks and in this way the infection gains entry into the system. You simply have to remain alert to get rid of such attacks.

[Zachary]

I suggest you to turn automatic updates on to prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system. Follow the steps given below for enabling automatic updates:

• Click on Start.
• Then, go to Control Panel.
• Next, click System and Maintenance.
• Now, go to Windows Updates.
• Here, you will have to select a setting. The recommended setting along with the time for the updation has o be select.

[Shen]

Take caution while clicking on links on the web sites inorder to prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system. The attackers put a very good caption to the links in the websites and then put malicious contents in it. When you find that something is fishy about some particular link avoid going into it. This may solve your problem.

[Steve123]

Following are some basic tips to prevent Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Apher.gge from entering the system:

1. Use up-to-date antivirus software.
2. Avoid downloading pirated software.
3. Use strong passwords in your Windows accounts.
4. Protect yourself against social engineering attacks.