Hi, computer 1 has a rootkit, computer 2 (likely) doesn't.
I'll admit, I've perused other forums for this question, here is a sample of the advice I was given:
- As long as there's no payload on computer 2 you'll be fine to download the files (Adobe, Office, pngs, video files) from OneDrive (they then helped me scan computer 2)
- Boot into linux, use an antivirus and then transfer the files via an external HDD
- Disable the internet and transfer the files to an external HDD
The impression I'm given by various websites is that I should be concerned that the rootkit is deep in the machine and can jump into the external drive and infect my new computer, and that rootkits are near impossible to find, which makes me extremely paranoid. I'm eager to hear your advice as to what I should do. Thank you very much.