About this tag
The obfuscator.xz tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about a malware infection identified as Obfuscator.xz, which can force a full system reset of Windows. Users report that after removing the virus, they experience BSOD errors such as 0x0000003b (SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION) and system performance issues like slow startup and shutdown. Topics include troubleshooting these post-infection problems, analyzing crash dumps, and resolving driver-related complications that may arise after a reset. The tag is relevant for Windows users dealing with the aftermath of this specific malware.
  1. TheMountain

    Windows 7 BSOD error: 0x0000003b. Help needed

    I had a really nasty virus named Obfuscator.xz which forced me to do a total reset of my Windows. After the reset I started getting these BSOD and they seem to appear at random. Additional info, may be unrelated: After my last reinstall it took at least 1 minute to shut down my computer...
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    • 0x0000003b antivirus atikmpag.sys bsod crash dump drivers error graphics card intel core i5 memory motherboard obfuscator.xz performance reinstall reset support system service exception troubleshooting virus windows 7
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)