Eicar Test String - Removal

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Updated: February 13, 2007 12:15:18 PM
Type: Virus


As mentioned previously, this is a test file and is not malicious. To remove it, simply delete it using Internet Explorer, or do the following:
  1. Start your Symantec antivirus program.
  2. Run a full system scan.
  3. If any files are detected as infected with Eicar Test String, click Delete.


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