ESET SysRescue Live v1.0.22.0
Bootable rescue disk powered by the award-winning NOD32 antivirus engine
Download ESET SysRescue Live
Bootable ISO/IMG for malware removal
Filename
eset_sysrescue_live.iso
Version
1.0.22.0
Formats
ISO / IMG
License
Freeware
Two Download Formats Available
ESET provides both .IMG (recommended for USB drives) and .ISO (for CD/DVD burning) formats. The IMG format is optimized for creating bootable USB drives with tools like Rufus or Etcher.
About
ESET SysRescue Live is a free bootable malware cleaning tool powered by the award-winning NOD32 antivirus engine. It runs independently of your operating system from a USB drive, CD, or DVD, giving it direct access to the disk and file system. This makes it highly effective at removing persistent threats that resist removal when Windows is running - including rootkits, ransomware, bootkits, and deeply embedded malware. Built on a Linux foundation, ESET SysRescue Live provides a complete rescue environment with additional utilities like a web browser, partition manager, and remote access tools.
Key Features
NOD32 Engine
Powered by ESET's award-winning antivirus technology with consistently high detection rates
UEFI & BIOS Support
Compatible with both modern UEFI and legacy BIOS systems for broad hardware coverage
Smart & Custom Scans
Choose between quick smart scans or detailed custom scans targeting specific folders
Online Updates
Download latest virus signature database before scanning for maximum protection
Included Tools
Chromium Browser
Web browsing & downloads
GParted
Partition manager
TeamViewer
Remote assistance
File Manager
Browse & backup files
How to Use
1
Download the Image
Download the .IMG file for USB or .ISO file for CD/DVD from the download page on a clean computer
2
Create Bootable Media
Use Rufus, Etcher, or similar tool to write the image to a USB drive (minimum 1GB). For ISO, burn to CD/DVD
3
Boot from Media
Insert the USB/disc into the infected PC, restart, and boot from the media (press F12, F2, or Del to access boot menu)
4
Select ESET SysRescue
Choose "Run ESET SysRescue" from the boot menu and wait for the Linux environment to load
5
Update & Scan
Click "Update" to download latest signatures, then run "On-demand scan" with Smart or Custom scan options
System Requirements
1 GB RAM minimum
USB port or CD/DVD drive
BIOS or UEFI boot support
Internet for updates
Compatible Windows Versions
Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7
Windows Vista/XP
Windows Server 2022/2019/2016
Windows Server 2012/2008/2003
Important Notice
Always download ESET SysRescue Live on a clean, uninfected computer. Creating bootable media on an infected system may compromise the rescue disk. Back up important data before running any malware removal operations. ESET SysRescue Live is intended for on-demand cleaning only - for continuous protection, install a full antivirus solution.