The outlook is bleak if you suddenly connect your Pendrive to your computer and when you open it, you find nothing more than shortcuts, without folders or files, apparently everything is lost. But it gets even worse if you run those shortcuts, since you would be infecting your computer and then it does get critical, the shortcut creates a back door in the system so that it can access all your files, services and privileges without your permission.
However, do not panic, for those annoying situations the solution is easier than it seems, it is within reach of 1 click with the indicated tool, as it is precisely amir antivirus.
The portable antivirus for USB
This small but powerful freeware made in Peru by Amir Vigo, has a multilanguage and user-friendly interface design, so knowing how to use it will not be a problem. Describing each of its modules, we have:
- Scan PC: If you start this action, the program will take care of eliminating those viruses that have been spread through a USB memory or removable storage disk to your computer's operating system and recover the hidden files.
- Scan USB: Is able to efficiently perform the following tasks:
- Remove viruses from your USB stick
- Remove shortcuts
- Unhide files and folders
- Temporary files
- Recycle bin files
In addition to the efficiency of this USB antivirusIt is important to note that this software is free and is updated every week, does not require installation and is fully compatible with Windows from XP to the most recent version, with 32 and 64 bit systems.
Personally I think you need an option to «Vaccinate USB»Also, that is, lock the file autorun.inf of a USB memory and thus prevent modifications by viruses. For you to take note of its author in future updates 😉
Links: Official site | Download Amir Antivirus