RootkitRevealer, developed by Sysinternals, is a powerful tool designed to detect rootkits—malicious software that can grant remote control of your computer to unauthorized users. This application performs a thorough analysis of logs and filesystem calls to uncover hidden rootkits. RootkitRevealer can identify a wide range of rootkits, including well-known threats like AFX, Vanquish, and HackerDefender, similar to those listed on rootkit.com. Accurate detection hinges on interpreting the data provided by the program, and users are encouraged to consult the included help manual to determine if their system is compromised. Protect your computer from stealthy malware with RootkitRevealer.
Overall, RootkitRevealer does a lot right. It helped me find issues quickly, but I was left wondering what to do about some of them. A bit of guidance would go a long way with this tool!