If Panda ActiveScan or your antivirus detects Elkern.A during the scan, it will automatically offer you the option of deleting it. Do this by following the program's instructions.

Additional notes:

• After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows Millenium, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.
• After deleting this malware by following the specified steps, if your computer runs Windows XP, click here to find out how to eliminate it from the _Restore folder.

In order to keep your computer protected, bear the following tips in mind:

• If you have filtering tools installed, configure them to reject messages with the characteristics described in the section Means of transmission. If, in spite of doing this, you receive the message that contains the virus: do not open it, do not run the attached file and delete it, making sure that you also delete it from the Deleted items folder.
• If you have Internet Explorer (version 5.01 or 5.5) installed, update it from www.microsoft.com
• As a temporary measure, it is advisable to disable Outlook’s Preview Pane through the View menu. Do not display the message that contains the virus using this tool.
• Install a good antivirus in your computer. Click here to get the Panda antivirus solution that best suits your needs.
• Keep your antivirus updated. If automatic updates are available, configure your antivirus to use them.
• Keep your permanent antivirus protection enabled at all times.

For more detailed information about how to protect your computer against viruses, click here.