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STATUS_VIRUS_INFECTED
STATUS_VIRUS_INFECTED (0xC0000906) error is emulated by anti-virus software when trying to run an infected application. the essence of the problem is conveyed by the name of the error - the application, according to the antivirus, is infected and its launch can lead to infection of other system components. most anti-virus programs are able to remove viruses from applications. try asking your antivirus installed to do this. If the operation succeeds, the error will no longer be returned when trying to run your application.
Computer virus
A computer virus is a type of computer program that, when executed, replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code. If this replication succeeds, the affected areas are then said to be "infected" with a computer virus, a metaphor derived from biological viruses.
Computer viruses generally require a host program. The virus writes its own code into the host program. When the program runs, the written virus program is executed first, causing infection and damage. A computer worm does not need a host program, as it is an independent program or code chunk. Therefore, it is not restricted by the host program, but can run independently and actively carry out attacks.
Virus writers use social engineering deceptions and exploit detailed knowledge of security vulnerabilities to initially infect systems and to spread the virus. The vast majority of viruses target systems running Microsoft Windows, employing a variety of mechanisms to infect new hosts, and often using complex anti-detection/stealth strategies to evade antivirus software. Motives for creating viruses can include seeking profit (e.g., with ransomware), desire to send a political message, personal amusement, to demonstrate that a vulnerability exists in software, for sabotage and denial of service, or simply because they wish to explore cybersecurity issues, artificial life and evolutionary algorithms.
Computer viruses cause billions of dollars' worth of economic damage each year.
In response, an industry of antivirus software has cropped up, selling or freely distributing virus protection to users of various operating systems.