Malware and cyber threats of all kinds lurk at every corner of the Internet, so it is highly advisable to use a reputable and permanent security solution that can offer real-time protection.
While a reliable antivirus should offer you the security you need, it doesn’t do any harm to run on-demand scans with an application such as DoesNotBelong (formerly known as Furtivex Malware Removal Script or, in short, FMRS). This lightweight tool is designed to run alongside your security software, providing an additional layer of protection by scanning key areas for malicious content.
Starts off by creating a system restore point
There is no need to install DoesNotBelong, but you should run it with administrator rights due to its nature. As soon as you double-click on the main executable, it opens up a console window. A disclaimer message is shown, stating that the application can be used at your own risk. Needless to say, you need to agree to the terms to proceed.
DoesNotBelong initiates the system scan with no other input from your part. While stage one is shown in the main window, actually the application also carries out a task prior to that by creating a system restore point, just to be on the safe side of things.
Takes several actions to safeguard your system
The first step is closing the majority of running applications to be able to run the system analysis. Non-essential processes are forcefully terminated, leaving just a core to ensure OS functioning.
To prevent app relaunching, DoesNotBelong removes the registry RunOnce entries and carries out a thorough cleaning of the Task Scheduler. The application checks for the presence of important system files. Should a file be missing, it is added to the log file.
Next, the system cache memory gets a cleanup and DoesNotBelong proceeds to address security issues that have been found during the analysis. The event viewer logs are cleaned up.
The Internet browsers also go through a cleanup to delete their cache, along with temporary Internet files. Cookies are not deleted, so your login information is safe.
In post-infection scenarios, DoesNotBelong promises to reverse some of the damage caused by malware, such as unauthorized registry modifications, policy restrictions, unblocking the activity of antivirus software.
A log file is created and saved in the same location as the main executable of DoesNotBelong. The log includes details about running processes, drivers and services, analyzed files and folders, system tasks, found registry issues, and other details.
On-demand malware analysis tool that provides extra security
The actions taken by the DoesNotBelong are meant to improve the performance of a computer and enhance data security. In other words, it provides a proactive on-demand scanner that reinforces the system’s defenses.