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August 08, 2022, 10:26:04 PM

Faergor

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Hello,
Roguekiller reported that Migration folder in Windows folder is a virus, that it supposedly contains Tr.Gen virus.
Is this false positive or real plz? Thanks
Attaching a RGK report.
« Last Edit: August 09, 2022, 09:53:53 PM by Faergor »

Reply #1August 09, 2022, 08:50:58 PM

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Hi Faergor,

Thanks for your feedback.
This is a false positive, don't delete this folder. This will be fixed ASAP.

Regards.

Reply #2August 09, 2022, 08:54:24 PM

Faergor

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Um, I deleted that folder yesterday, what now?:D
What is the folder used for exactly?
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Reply #3August 09, 2022, 09:44:55 PM

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Hi Faergor,

It's used for hosting Windows migration temporary files and telemetry.
Your system should not be affected, since the folder will be recreated if needed.

Regards.

Reply #4August 09, 2022, 09:53:31 PM

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Oh, so its not important. Thanks :)

Reply #5August 10, 2022, 01:07:34 AM

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Hi Faergor,

You are very welcome.
It should now be fixed.

Regards.