Overview
What is Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool(KB890830)?
The Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool checks Windows XP, Windows, and Windows Server 2003 computers for and helps remove infections by specific, prevalent malicious software including Blaster, Sasser, and Mydoom.
In depth
A closer look at Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool(KB890830)
When the detection and removal process is complete, the tool displays a report describing the outcome, including which, if any, malicious software was detected and removed. The tool creates a log file named mrt.log in the %WINDIR%\debug folder.This tool is not a replacement for an anti-virus product. To help protect your computer, you should use an anti-virus product.
Verdict
Should you download Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool(KB890830)?
Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool(KB890830) runs on
9x/NT/2000/ME/XP/Windows 10/11
and is available under the
Freeware
license
— the installer is 0.594 MB.
We’ve catalogued it under
Adware, Spyware and Virus Protection.
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At a glance
Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool(KB890830) specifications
- Publisher
-
Microsoft Inc.
- Last updated
- Apr 25, 2026
- License
- Freeware
- Operating system
- 9x/NT/2000/ME/XP/Windows 10/11
- File size
- 0.594 MB
- Price
- Free
- Page views
- 444
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