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# Checking for Viruses and Malware on a VPS running Windows Server

| If you suspect your VPS is infected, follow these steps to scan and try to remove malware or viruses:

## Usage/Task Manager

* Viruses and Malware infections can cause high CPU, RAM, or Network usage, without the specific reason. It would be a good idea to **open Task Manager**, check the usage and **check if there are any unknown processes running**. If you see any unknown app or file- make sure to **investigate it and delete**:


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_1dkr5e8.png)

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_bhe3ph.png)

## Scan for Malware


1. Search Windows for **Windows Security** app and open it:


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_1k0npto.png)

2. Choose **Virus & Threat protection** option from the menu on the left side:


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_1x5cosf.png)

3. Make sure to have Virus & threat protection settings **turned on**, then click **Scan options**: 


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_131oo5o.png)

4. Select **Full Scan** and click **Scan Now**:


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_127nbs1.png)

## Network Traffic Check


1. Search Windows for **Resource Monitor** app and open it: 


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_16crrv3.png)

2. Check if there are any **unknown processes** using the internet:


![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/4/1/3/5413a8a0321f3000/image_3ljyiy.png)

3. If there are any unknown processes- make sure to suspend them. **Right Click** on the process and choose **Suspend Process**:

* ⚠ **Warning**: Be careful when modifying or disabling network services on your VPS. Closing the wrong service may cause loss of remote access, requiring manual intervention or a full VPS reset. If you are unsure, feel free to reach out and consult us: [CONTACT US](https://app.tradingvps.io/contact.php)