Dealing with Persistent Malware: A Personal Experience and Request for Help

Recently, I found myself in an unsettling situation that many of you might relate to: my Discord account was compromised after I inadvertently downloaded a malicious file. Despite my best efforts to eliminate the threat, I’m still facing ongoing challenges, and I’m reaching out for guidance.

A few days ago, I made the mistake of downloading an executable file that turned out to be a dud. Upon realizing my error, I promptly deleted the file. However, the following day, I was greeted with an alarming notification from Windows Security indicating, “Threat found – action needed.”

In my quest to eradicate this issue, I’ve utilized various security tools, including Windows Defender, MalwareBytes Premium, and the ESET Online Scanner. Surprisingly, none of these scans have identified any threats. When I attempt to follow the “Recommended actions” such as quarantining or removing the identified threat, the system seems unresponsive, and I continue to receive alerts about the same issue.

To add to my frustration, new alerts keep surfacing, indicating the threat may not be as harmless as I initially hoped. I’m beginning to feel overwhelmed, and I’m unsure of my next steps in resolving this persistent problem. If anyone has experience with this kind of situation or can offer some effective solutions, your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your support as I navigate through this challenging experience!