How to recognize phishing email like Lidl email scam?

What is Lidl email scam?

Usually, phishing emails are disguised as official letters from legitimate companies, organizations (for example, banks, couriers). Scammers use these emails to trick recipients into providing personal information (for example, credit card details, login credentials).

This particular email is disguised as a letter from Lidl (a European grocery store). Scammers use it to trick recipients into entering personal information on a phishing website.

Lidl phishing scam in detail

As written in this phishing email, whoever received this email has been chosen from 250 people to get a gift in exchange for participation in a survey. It contains a link ("STARTEN" button) that opens a fake survey.

After answering a couple of questions on that website, it opens another page designed to trick visitors into entering some personal information. That other page suggests that visitors need to enter their name, surname, country, city, home, and email address to receive an iPhone 12 Pro for €1.50 (or some other electronic device).

Typically, scammers behind emails like this one attempt to trick recipients into believing that they will receive some gift after paying a small amount of money (e.g., administration, shipping, or another fee). In this particular case, scammers seek to trick recipients into believing that they have a chance to get up to a 95% discount on an electronic device.

It is important to mention that scams of this type usually are used to trick recipients into providing their credit card details, including CVV code and expiry date. In order to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft, suffer monetary loss, or other similar issues, it is highly advisable not to trust phishing emails and websites.

Phishing emails in general

There are many examples of phishing emails, a couple of them are "DBS Bank Email Scam", "RingCentral Email Scam", and "Bonifico Effettuato Email Scam". As mentioned in the first paragraph, phishing emails can be used to trick recipients into providing email addresses, usernames, passwords, or other login credentials as well.

It is important to mention that email can be used as a channel to deliver malware. The main difference between an email used to trick recipients into providing personal information and installing malware on their computers is that the second type of email contains a malicious link or attachment.

How do spam campaigns infect computers?

As a rule, emails used to distribute malicious software contain a malicious file (attachment) or a link to a malicious website. In one way or another, the purpose of emails of this type is to trick recipients into executing a malicious file.

Usually, cybercriminals use executable files like EXE, archive files like ZIP, RAR, JavaScript files, PDF documents or Microsoft Office documents to deliver malware via emails. Quite often, those files are disguised as important, official document (e.g., invoices, purchase orders, documents related to COVID-19).

It is worth mentioning that malicious Microsoft Office documents do not infect systems unless users enable editing or content (macros commands) in them. Although, documents opened with older MS Office versions (with versions released before the year 2010) do not have the "Protected View" mode that prevents malicious documents from automatically infecting computers.

How to avoid installation of malware?

Installed software has to be updated and activated with tools or functions provided by the official developers. It is never safe to use third-party, unofficial tools for that. Also, it it is illegal to use cracked software (or use cracking tools to bypass software activation).

Files, links in irrelevant emails received from unknown, suspicious addresses should be left unopened. It is common that emails of this kind are designed to look like important, official letters from legitimate companies and contain malicious links or files.

Programs (and files) should be downloaded from official, trustworthy websites. It is not safe to use other channels, sources for that. Virus scans should be performed regularly, and it should be achieved using a reputable antivirus or anti-spyware software. If you've already opened malicious attachments, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate infiltrated malware.

Text presented in the Lidl email scam (German variant):

Suject: ********, Die Lidl glücklichen Benutzer von heute ( 06/28/2021 )

Spam melden | Abbestellen von dieser Mailingliste

Ihr einmaliger Bonuscode lautet : Li0212Dl

LiDL

Herzliche Glückwünsche
********

Willkommen im LiDL , Ihnen heute herzlichen Glückwunsch!

Wir haben nach dem Zufallsprinzip 250 Verbraucher für eine kurze Umfrage zum LiDL ausgewählt. Alle Teilnehmer erhalten von uns Geschenk als Dankeschön.

STARTEN

Und Holen Sie es in weniger als 1 Minute!
 
Spam melden | Abbestellen von dieser Mailingliste

Appearance of the fake survey and deceptive website used to extract personal information (GIF):

Text in the first page:

Lidl.de - Lidl lohnt sich.Juli 2 2021

% DEAL DES TAGES %

Lieber Glückspilz!
Beeilen Sie sich: Beantworten Sie unsere Befragung und erhalten Sie ein Geschenk.
Sie haben vier Minuten Zeit, um die folgenden Fragen zu beantworten

Bis Zu 95% Rabatt

Was ist dein Geschlecht?
Männlich
Weiblich

© 2021 Alle Rechte vorbehalten.

Diese Website steht in keiner Verbindung mit Lidl, wird nicht von Lidl unterstützt und erhebt keinen Anspruch darauf, Marken, Handelsnamen oder Rechte zu vertreten, die mit den jeweiligen Produkten in Zusammenhang stehen.

HOLEN SIE SICH IHR KOSTENLOSES GESCHENK!

Wir haben 250 Konsumenten aus Deutschland, um an einer kurzen Befragung von Lidl teilzunehmen. Alle Teilnehmer werden (1) optionale Belohnung erhalten. Sie haben die Wahl zwischen Elektronikartikeln und vielem mehr.

Ihr einmaliger Bonuscode lautet :Li0212Dl

Klicken Sie auf "STARTEN", um fortzufahren

A Dutch variant of Lidl-themed email scam:

Text presented within:

Subject: ********, De tevreden Lidl-gebruikers van vandaag (07/07/2021)

spam melden | Afmelden van deze mailinglijst
Uw unieke bonuscode is : Li0212Dl

LiDL
Gefeliciteerd
********

Welkom bij de LiDL , gefeliciteerd vandaag!

We selecteerden willekeurig 250 consumenten voor een korte enquête over de LiDL Alle deelnemers krijgen als bedankje een presentje van ons.
BEGIN

En ontvang het in minder dan 1 minuut!

Spam melden | Afmelden van deze mailinglijst

Appearance of the promoted phishing website:

Text presented within:

Lidl.nl July 8 2021

% DEAL VAN DE DAG %

Beste Gelukkige Klant!
Schiet op: beantwoord onze vragenlijst en ontvang een cadeautje.
U heeft vier minuten om de volgende vragen te beantwoorden.

Tot 95% korting

Wat is je geslacht?
Mens Vrouw

© 2021 Alle rechten voorbehouden.

Deze website is niet gelieerd aan Lidl, wordt niet ondersteund door Lidl en claimt niet merken, handelsnamen of rechten te vertegenwoordigen die verband houden met de respectievelijke producten.

ONTVANG JE GRATIS CADEAU!

We hebben 250 consumenten uit Nederland om deel te nemen aan een korte Lidl-enquête. Alle deelnemers ontvangen (1) optionele beloningen. U heeft de keuze tussen elektronica en nog veel meer.

Uw unieke bonuscode is: Li0212Dl

Klik op "BEGIN" om door te gaan

A French variant of Lidl-themed email scam:

Text presented within:

Subject: ********, Les utilisateurs satisfaits de Lidl d'aujourd'hui (07/07/2021)

signaler comme spam | Se désinscrire de cette liste de diffusion
Votre code bonus unique est : Li0212Dl

LiDL

Toutes nos félicitations
********

Bienvenue à LiDL , Félicitations à vous aujourd'hui!

Nous avons obtenu au hasard 250 consommateurs pour un sondage rapide LiDL . Tous les participants reçoivent un cadeau de notre part en guise de remerciement.

DÉMARRER

Et obtenez-le en moins d'1 minute!
 
signaler comme spam | Se désinscrire de cette liste de diffusion

Appearance of the promoted phishing website:

Text presented within:

Lidl.fr - Lidl en vaut la peine.July 8 2021

% OFFRES DU JOUR %

Cher Chanceux!
Dépêchez-vous : répondez à notre questionnaire et recevez un cadeau.
Vous disposez de quatre minutes pour répondre aux questions suivantes

Jusqu'à 95% de remise

Quel est votre sexe ?
Homme
Femelle

© 2021 Tous droits réservés.

Ce site Web n'est pas affilié à Lidl, n'est pas pris en charge par Lidl et ne prétend pas représenter des marques, des noms commerciaux ou des droits associés aux produits respectifs.

OBTENEZ VOTRE CADEAU GRATUIT!

Nous avons 250 consommateurs de France pour participer à une courte enquête Lidl. Tous les participants recevront (1) récompenses facultatives. Vous avez le choix entre l'électronique et bien plus encore.

Votre code bonus unique est : Li0212Dl
Cliquez sur "DÉMARRER" pour continuer

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Types of malicious emails:

If you opened an attachment or downloaded a file from a suspicious email, run a full system scan with Combo Cleaner. If you only received the email and didn't engage with it, you don't need to scan anything - just identify the scam and delete it. The full procedure below covers both situations and what to do if you already clicked, replied, or sent money.

Credential theft Phishing emails

Fake login pages disguised as PayPal, Microsoft, Apple, banks, or social networks. The email pushes a link to a near-perfect copy of the real login screen. The moment you type your username and password, the attacker has them.

Common subject lines

• "Action required: confirm your account"
• "Your password expires today"
• "Unusual sign-in attempt detected"
• "Verify your billing information"

Malware delivery Emails with malicious attachments

Trojans hidden inside fake invoices, faxes, shipping confirmations, or Office documents. Opening the attachment runs the payload and infects the system - often with an info-stealer or remote-access trojan.

Common subject lines

• "Invoice INV-2026-XXXX attached"
• "Fax received - 3 pages"
• "Your shipping document is ready"
• "Voicemail from +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX"

Extortion Sextortion emails

Fake claims of webcam recordings demanding cryptocurrency. Almost always a bluff: the attacker pulls a real password from an old data breach to make the threat look credible, then claims to have video of you. They have no recording and no access.

Common subject lines

• "I know your password is XXXX"
• "Your account has been hacked"
• "I have recorded you - 48 hours to pay"
• "You have been compromised"

Callback fraud Refund & callback scams

"Your subscription was renewed for $499 - call to cancel." Norton, McAfee, Geek Squad, PayPal, and Wells Fargo variants are all common. There's no real subscription. The phone number in the email connects directly to the scammer, who walks you through "refunding" yourself - which is actually them stealing money from your bank.

Common subject lines

• "Norton subscription auto-renewed - $499.99"
• "McAfee Total Protection invoice"
• "Geek Squad order confirmation"
• "Your PayPal payment is being processed"

Credential theft Account suspension & verification scams

"Your account will be deleted in 24 hours - verify now." The artificial deadline is the whole point: it pressures you to click before checking details. The "verify" link goes to a phishing page styled to look like the real provider.

Common subject lines

• "Your account will be deleted in 24 hours"
• "Suspicious activity detected - verify now"
• "Final warning: account closure"
• "Action required to keep your account active"

Mixed payload Delivery & package scams

Fake DHL, USPS, UPS, or FedEx tracking, customs fees, or "package undeliverable" notices. Targets anyone expecting a parcel - the timing alone catches many people. The link hides either phishing (asking for card details to "release" the package) or a malware download.

Common subject lines

• "Your DHL package is held at customs"
• "USPS - delivery attempt failed"
• "FedEx tracking update - action required"
• "Pay $2.99 redelivery fee to release your parcel"

Remote access Tech support scams

Fake Microsoft, Apple, or "Windows Defender" security alerts pushing a phone number. Real Microsoft and Apple never email a phone number to call. The number connects you to a scammer who asks for remote access to "fix" the imaginary problem and then demands payment.

Common subject lines

• "Microsoft Defender expired - renew now"
• "Apple ID security alert"
• "Critical: virus detected on your PC"
• "Windows license expired - call now"

Wire fraud Advance-fee scams

Inheritance, lottery wins, romance, or business deals that ask for a small fee to release a much larger sum. The classic "Nigerian prince" 419 family of frauds. Once you pay the first fee, more fees appear (taxes, lawyer, transfer charges) until you stop paying. The promised money never exists.

Common subject lines

• "Inheritance from a relative you didn't know about"
• "You won the international lottery"
• "URGENT - business proposal worth $XX million"
• "Compensation fund release for fraud victims"

Wire fraud Business email compromise (BEC)

CEO impersonation asking employees to wire money or buy gift cards, or fake supplier invoices with newly "updated" bank details for payment redirection. The email often spoofs a real internal executive's display name and uses an external lookalike domain.

Common subject lines

• "Quick task - need you to buy gift cards"
• "Updated banking details for invoice payment"
• "Wire transfer request - urgent"
• "Are you available?" (CEO impersonation opener)

How to spot a malicious email?

Phase 1~ 2 min

Spot - identify the red flags

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1

Check the sender's actual address, not the display name

30 sec

The display name (the human-readable part) is trivial to fake. Always check the full address that comes after it. Common red flags:

• Domain mismatch - service@paypa1.com, support@micros0ft-help.com, look-alike domains using digits or extra hyphens
• Free-email impersonation - any "official" message from a bank, courier, or platform sent from a @gmail.com, @outlook.com, or @yahoo.com address
• Reply-To mismatch - the From address looks legitimate but Reply-To points somewhere completely different

Why this matters

Real companies own their domains and send mail from them. A "DHL" message from a Gmail address is never legitimate, regardless of how convincing the body looks.

2

Watch for urgency, threats, and generic greetings

30 sec

Scams almost always rush you. The point is to make you act before you think. Treat any of the following as a strong signal:

• "Your account will be deleted in 24 hours"
• "Final notice" / "Immediate action required"
• "Dear Customer" or "Dear User" instead of your real name
• Threats of fines, account closure, legal action, or arrest
• Promises of refunds, prizes, or money you didn't earn
• Spelling and grammar mistakes in messages claiming to come from a major brand

3

Hover over every link before clicking

30 sec

On a desktop, hover the mouse over the link without clicking. The real destination shows in the bottom-left status bar of your browser or email client. On a phone, long-press the link to preview the URL.

• Real Microsoft, PayPal, or bank links go to those exact domains, not redirects through unrelated sites
• Shortened URLs (bit.ly, tinyurl, t.co) hide the real destination - never click them in unsolicited mail
• The visible link text and the actual URL must match - mismatches are the single biggest phishing red flag

Pro tip

When in doubt, don't click the link. Open a new browser tab and type the company's address yourself, then log in normally. If there really is an issue with your account, you'll see it there.

4

Treat unexpected attachments as hostile

30 sec

If you didn't ask for the file, don't open it - even if it appears to come from someone you know. Categories that should never be opened from email without verification through another channel:

• .exe, .scr, .iso, .img, .vbs, .bat - executables, never legitimate attachments
• .docx, .xlsx, .pptx with "Enable macros" prompts - the macros run the malware
• .pdf with "Click here to view" buttons - usually a phishing redirect, not a real document
• .zip, .rar, .7z archives, especially password-protected ones - the password defeats the email scanner

Phase 2~ 2 min

Report and delete - if you haven't engaged

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If you only received the email and didn't reply, click, or open anything, the steps below are all you need. Your computer is not infected.

5

Don't reply, don't click "unsubscribe"

30 sec

Replying confirms your address is real and monitored, which gets you added to higher-value scam lists. The "unsubscribe" link in a scam message is rarely a real opt-out - it usually leads to a phishing page or downloads a tracking pixel.

Instead, mark the message as junk or phishing inside your email client (this trains the spam filter), then block the sender.

6

Report the scam to your email provider and authorities

1 min

Inside your email client:

• Gmail: open the message → ⋮ menu → Report phishing
• Outlook / Outlook.com: ⋯ menu → Report → Report phishing
• Apple Mail / iCloud: Move to Junk, then forward to reportphishing@apple.com

Forward or report to authorities:

• International: forward to reportphishing@apwg.org
• United States: ic3.gov (FBI)
• United Kingdom: forward phishing emails to report@phishing.gov.uk (NCSC SERS); for financial loss report at reportfraud.police.uk (Report Fraud, the successor to Action Fraud; 0300 123 2040)
• Canada: antifraudcentre.ca
• Australia: scamwatch.gov.au
• EU: your national CERT - find yours via the ENISA CSIRT map

After reporting, delete the email and empty the Trash folder so you don't accidentally open it later.

Phase 3~ 10–60 min

Recover - if you already engaged with the scam

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Pick the step below that matches what you did. If multiple apply, work through them in the order they appear - the steps are arranged from lowest to highest risk.

7

You only clicked a link (didn't enter anything or download anything)

Scenario: clicked link only10 min

Close the page right away. Don't enter any information, even if the page looks legitimate.

• Clear your browser cache and cookies for the last hour - Chrome/Edge: Ctrl+Shift+Del → Last hour → check Cookies and Cached files
• Run a quick scan with Combo Cleaner in case the page tried to drop a file silently (drive-by download)
• Update your browser to the latest version - most drive-by exploits target outdated browsers
• Watch for new browser pop-ups, redirects, or unfamiliar notifications over the next few days

Why this matters

Modern browsers block most drive-by attacks, but a single click on a phishing page can still be enough on an outdated browser or unpatched plugin. A quick scan catches anything that landed silently.

8

You opened an attachment or downloaded a file - run a full malware scan

Scenario: opened attachment⚠ Highest risk60–90 min

Opening an attachment is the most common path to actual infection. Treat the system as compromised until the scans below come back clean. Work through these sub-steps in order:

8.1Disconnect from the network

Unplug Ethernet and turn off Wi-Fi. If the attachment was an info-stealer or remote-access trojan, this stops it from sending data out or receiving commands. Keep the network off until you've booted into Safe Mode (next step) - you'll reconnect there briefly to download the scanners.

8.2Boot into Safe Mode with Networking, then download the scanners

Windows 11: Settings → System → Recovery → Advanced startup → Restart now → Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart → press 5 or F5.

Windows 10: hold Shift, click Power → Restart → Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart → press F5.

Once Safe Mode has loaded, turn Wi-Fi back on and download Combo Cleaner (used in 8.4) and Microsoft Safety Scanner (used in 8.5). Safe Mode loads only minimal drivers, so most malware can't auto-run while you're getting the tools. Save both installers to your Desktop.

8.3Run Microsoft Defender Offline

Reboot to normal Windows. Open Windows Security → Virus & threat protection → Scan options. Select Microsoft Defender Antivirus (offline scan) and click Scan now. The PC restarts into a stripped-down environment and scans the disk before Windows fully loads - this is what catches rootkits and bootkits.

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8.4Run a full Combo Cleaner scan

Install Combo Cleaner and run a full system scan (not the quick scan). Let it complete fully, review what it found, and apply the recommended actions. Combo Cleaner will quarantine known trojans and remove their persistence in the registry.

8.5Run Microsoft Safety Scanner as a second-opinion scan

Download Microsoft Safety Scanner (MSERT.exe). The binary expires every 10 days, which means every download has the latest signatures. Run a full scan after Combo Cleaner to catch anything one engine alone might miss.

8.6Reset browsers and clear notification permissions

Many email-borne trojans drop adware that hijacks browsers. Reset each browser you use:

Chrome: chrome://settings/reset → Restore settings to their original defaults. Then chrome://settings/content/notifications - remove unfamiliar sites.

Edge: edge://settings/reset. Then edge://settings/content/notifications.

Firefox: about:support → Refresh Firefox.

8.7Re-enable Defender, Tamper Protection, and update everything

Open Windows Security → Virus & threat protection → Manage settings and confirm Real-time protection, Cloud-delivered protection, and Tamper Protection are all on. Then run Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates and update browsers and applications.

Important

If the scans keep finding new threats on each run, or files reappear after deletion, you may have a deeper compromise that needs a clean Windows reinstall. See pcrisk's full manual malware removal guide for the extended procedure (Process Explorer, Autoruns, hosts file inspection).

9

You entered credentials on a fake login page

Scenario: shared password⚠ Act fast20 min

Assume the attacker has your password and is using it right now. Speed matters.

1. Change the password from a different, known-clean device (your phone is fine if it's not infected). Don't reuse the old password anywhere else.
2. Enable two-factor authentication if you haven't already. Prefer an authenticator app or hardware key over SMS.
3. Sign out of all sessions - most platforms have a "sign out everywhere" option in security settings, which kicks the attacker out.
4. Review recent activity - look for unfamiliar logins, new devices, forwarding rules, or app permissions. Remove anything you don't recognize.
5. Check your other accounts - if you reused that password anywhere else, change it there too. Check your exposure at haveibeenpwned.com.
6. Update security questions - the attacker may have seen the answers in your account profile.

Why email comes first

If you only have time to change one password, change your primary email password - it's the recovery hub for every other account. An attacker who controls your email can reset everything else.

10

You sent money or shared bank, card, or ID details

Scenario: financial loss⚠ Contact bank now30 min

Time is the single biggest factor in recovering money. Banks can sometimes recall a wire or reverse a card transaction within the first few hours.

1. Call your bank or card issuer immediately. Use the number on the back of the card, not any number from the scam email. Ask them to freeze the card, reverse the transaction if possible, and flag the account for fraud monitoring.
2. If you sent a wire transfer or used a money-transfer service (Western Union, MoneyGram, Zelle, Wise), call them directly and request a recall. Some can be reversed within minutes if reported fast.
3. If you sent cryptocurrency or gift cards, recovery is unlikely - but report it anyway, since law enforcement tracks these patterns.
4. File a police report. You'll need the report number for any insurance, bank, or credit-bureau claim. Save the report number.
5. File with the right authority for your country:
   • US: ic3.gov + reportfraud.ftc.gov
   • UK: reportfraud.police.uk (Report Fraud, the successor to Action Fraud; 0300 123 2040)
   • Canada: antifraudcentre.ca
   • Australia: scamwatch.gov.au
   • EU: your national CERT or police cybercrime unit
6. Set fraud alerts on all major credit bureaus if you shared any ID details. US: Equifax, Experian, TransUnion. UK: Experian, Equifax, TransUnion (Cifas Protective Registration is a stronger option).
7. Save all evidence - the original email (with full headers), screenshots of the fake site, transaction records, any phone numbers or chat logs.

Phase 4~ 15 min + 30 days

Verify & monitor

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11

Final scan and startup-app check

15 min

Reconnect to the network and run one final full scan with Combo Cleaner, followed by a Windows Defender quick scan. Then open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and switch to Startup apps - disable anything unfamiliar.

Make sure Windows, browsers, and any applications you use are fully up to date. The infection vector that worked on you once usually involves outdated software.

12

Monitor accounts and credit for 30 days

5 min/day · 30 days

Most fraud follow-ups land in the first month. Until that window closes, keep watching:

• Bank and card statements - daily for the first week, then weekly
• Email - watch for password-reset confirmations or login alerts you didn't trigger
• Credit report - US: free at annualcreditreport.com; UK: Experian, Equifax, TransUnion all have free tiers
• Breach alerts - sign up at haveibeenpwned.com to be notified when your email appears in new leaks

If anything new appears in any of those, treat it as a continuing compromise: change passwords again, contact the bank again, and update the police report.

Important: If you didn't click anything, didn't reply, and didn't open any attachment, your computer is not infected - just delete the email and move on. If you opened an attachment or downloaded a file, run an automated scan with Combo Cleaner and Windows Defender and stop there. That path catches the vast majority of email-borne malware without the risk of breaking Windows by deleting the wrong file.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why did I receive this email?

Spam emails are not personal. Cyber criminals distribute these letters by the thousand with the hopes that at least some of the recipients will fall for their scams.

I have provided my personal information when tricked by this spam email, what should I do?

If you have disclosed log-in credentials - change the passwords of all possibly exposed accounts and inform their official support without delay. And if you've provided other private data (e.g., ID card details, credit card numbers, etc.) - immediately contact the corresponding authorities.

I have read a spam email but didn't open the attachment, is my computer infected?

No, opening/reading an email will not initiate any system infection processes. Malware download/installation chains are triggered when the attachments or links found in spam mail are opened/clicked.

I have downloaded and opened a file attached to a spam email, is my computer infected?

If it was an executable (.exe, .run, etc.) - most likely, yes - your device was infected. And if it was a document (.doc, .pdf, .xls, etc.) - you might have avoided jumpstarting an infection chain. These formats may require additional user interaction (e.g., enabling macro commands) to start downloading/installing malware.

Will Combo Cleaner remove malware infections present in email attachments?

Yes, Combo Cleaner is capable of detecting and eliminating nearly all known malware infections. It has to be mentioned that sophisticated malicious software typically hides deep within systems - therefore, performing a full system scan is essential.