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Hi, please help me get rid of this nuisance. It opens sometimes in the background, or with an ad or annoying sounds. Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.4 Scan saved at 12:57:18 AM, on 22/09/2010 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v8.00 (8.00.6001.18702) Boot mode: Normal Running …

Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 9:56:16 AM, on 28/06/2010 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Unable to get Internet Explorer version! Boot mode: Normal Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\Ati2evxx.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\Symantec Shared\ccProxy.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\Symantec Shared\ccSetMgr.exe C:\Program Files\Symantec Client …

I think I have a virus. svchost.exe error box pops up, my computer loses sound, and the task bar changes color to gray. Malwarebyes will not start even after reinstalling. please help!!

Hello. I'm running Norton Internet Security 2009 on WinXp with SP3. Two days ago, I checked my Intrusion Prevention log on Norton and found the following enrty: An intrusion attempt by PAULSHP was blocked. Application path \DEVICE\HARDDISKVOLUME2\PROGRAM FILES\MOZILLA FIREFOX\FIREFOX.EXE Risk Name: HTTP Misleading Application Download Request Attacking Computer: PAULSHP (192.168.1.2,1219) …

I have a new Gateway laptop with Intel Core i5 2.26 Ghz and4 gb ram. I downloaded Firefox immediately, my browser of choice. However, what I've discovered is that almost immediately Firefox would open an unrequested new browser window when I click a link. E.G. I was on Yahoo today …

My google searches are getting redirected to other searche engines and blank pages but it doesn't happen all the time it just depends on what I'm searching for. I'm not sure if I have the google redirect virus since I don't alway get redirected but when I do I can …

Please help I'm on the verge of tears. 1) I cannot open most of the programs in my computer i.e. iTunes, My Computer, My Documents,Control Panel. A blank window just pops up and hangs. 2) I cannot 'Save As' files from the internet into my computer either. If I try …

Hi, Helping a friend with their computer. They're currently having a problem accessing internet. In Internet Explorer they get message "Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage". Can only use Windows Messenger on internet. A couple days ago started getting all kinds of porn pop-ups. * Ran Windows Malicious Software Removal …

Hi, I know you are all busy and I know I've been daft but someone's help would be most appreciated. I have suffered an attach by Anti Malware Doctor and immediately ran Malwarebytes Antimalware to get rid of it. I thought I had cleaned it up at first then strange …

Hello, I got help here a couple months back and it was very helpful but unfortunetly I think I landed a new virus. First, I'm on my phone posting this. So I came home from class this morning and turned on my comp and a dialogue box popped up on …

I've managed to pick up an email virus that is sending out emails under my name. They contain this link [url]http://www.obt3.xmedx.com[/url]. I had downloaded a program whose site and program were approved by McAfee SiteAdvisor. After discovering the problem I went in and uninstalled the program but it's still sending …

does anyone knows how to fix my computer... i tried every anti virus.. and even reformatted my computer..but still i cant install any antivirus programs..after i click the "setup.exe" the program will show in a blink..!! then there's nothing...hel me please... if anyone knows how to fix this.. please help …

i was scaning my computer with Kaspersky it kept poping up with not-a-virus adware i was wondering if it was bad i tried to delet it but it was still there:-O:(:'(

Previously I had a rogue antivirus virus, and also other viruses including a boot virus (right term?).. I’m sure they spun from the same thing. At some point while trying to fix it myself, the situation just got worse…BSOD only. I had to take the computer to the shop because …

My computer is infected with some sort of malware called AntiMalware Doctor. This is like a scanning program that appears to pop up and scan my computer. It also has a windows security logo that pops up on my taskbar. Aside from getting scan popups, the main problem is that …

Good morning. I read and followed the instructions posted on this site. I ran the Microsoft Malicious software removal tool and it identified the Alureon.h virus. I could not fully delete the virus as I was unable to access the Internet and get the rest of the manual steps to …

Right, I'm new here so many appologies if this is a duplicate thread. I cannot open McAfee, MSN and various sundry programs. I've done the normal with SpyBot (love that program) and have no positive result to speak of - basically, I'm flumixed. It may be down the amount of …

Hi, I recently purchased a new laptop (OS - Windows 7), on which my first action was to install google chrome. After which Internet Explorer has been opening by itself, straight to sites which my Norton Internet Security has been detecting as "malicious," and all adverts. Although this is not …

I'm not sure this is even a security issue but..... when I click on a link that is coded to open a new IE window, the new window opens but always displays "Page cannot be displayed". Trying refresh or copying the address over doesn't work either. I've tried - clearing …

I have a virus on my computer that when I search something on google and click on a search result, the link takes me to a random website and the computer is running a lot slower than usual. I have Ad-Aware, Malawarebytes Anti-Malaware, Sypot Search & Destroy, Hijack This, and …

well i was looking at some videos online and was prompted to update my realplayer and it failed, since then i haven't been able to open any explorer window. I have run adaware, spybot, striker, and norton full system scan. I can't figure it out and i know alot of …

Hello, I just booted up my laptop and something came up called "Security Suite". It keeps running scans and won't allow me to use Malwarebytes or Super Antispyware. How do I get rid of this please. I am running Vista. Thank you.

i recently had some bad malware on my computer from a stupid ad i accidently clicked.(used adware to delete them and it says they are gone) it says it is connected to the internet and some how skype works but ie, msn,yahoo dont work. i run a diagnostic check and …

My Compaq computer with Windows Vista Home Premium crashed last week because a virus killed off my hard drive and I have had to purchase a new computer. It is the same model and includes a free "trial" McAfee antivirus program. But I've heard that two antivirus programs should not …

Ok guys, I've searched and searched, and found a full proof way to remove the stubborn MWSA from the A/R list which untill now could not be removed. If this specific method has been explained before, I'm sorry, but I just got it to work for me and thought it …

Hi, I have been referred here by a good friend of mine. I hope you can help I have an annoying problem with my browser (Chrome, Firefox, Explorer) redirecting to random sites and more often than not to a blank page. but Yesterday I started having problems with my wireless …

Hi, I run Webroot Spysweeper and everytime I restart it gives me a warning that NvCplDaemon is going to start on reboot. Is this a dangerous program? I use NVIDIA GeForce FX 5700 as my video card. My understanding is that the NvCplDaemon could be a virus/trojan, or it could …

As the title states, I recently got a virus and it has blocked my access to tne internet. I finally tried to fix it by updating my antivirus software and realized I couldn't upgrade without an internet connect. Anyone have any helpful hints?

Hi all, Win xp pro sp3, ie8. Firefox connects and is functional, internet explorer will not connect. Malwarebytes connects and updates no errors found in safe mode scan. Mcafee update fails with connection error and windows update will not connect. Below are associated logs, any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks …

I tried doing the steps regarded in the read me thread by PhilliePhan, but was unable to get to the pages. I get pages taking a long time to load or they won't load at all. I can connect to my games, and ventrilo. Firefox and Internet Explorer both won't …

I'm running XP with service pack 3 and IE8. IE would open multiple time with ads from various sources. For 2 days I ran all the good stuff and was convinced I had a rootkit. I ran all the programs from safe mode with no results. At one point Abode …

-Anytime i do a search in a search engine, i click on a link and it redirects me to an advertisment. Im not clicking on a advertisment. -also i see this exclamation point on a yellow shield down in my taskbar near the clock. when i put my mouse over …

my flashdrive indicates that there are files and folders in it but i am not able to access them because they are hidden. i tried gettin into the folders via the address box but i still cant change the properties because the hidden checkbox is dimmed... what has caused this …

I guess i have some type of virus, malware, adware or whatever the hell its called. I get this yellow shield with an exclamtion point in my taskbar, near the clock. when i put my mouse over it, it says downloading updates 0%. it comes and goes. also anytime i …

Hello, I have a laptop with windows xp sp3 on it. I removed a pretty big malware program with malwarebytes. It got rid of the program for the most part but there is one underlaying factor. Firefox and Internet explorer 7 both redirect to stopmalwaresite.com and other random sites anytime …

I am on a trip away from home and have my Toshiba laptop with me. The past week or so I have been getting redirected to random sites when I do a search and click on a search result. I am assuming I have picked up a Trojan or something, …

my programs run in task manager but never actually show the application on the monitor, can you please help? Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 4:26:06 PM, on 8/21/2010 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v8.00 (8.00.6001.18702) Boot mode: Normal Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe …

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Hi, I'm looking for help with my sons PC. When it does run it runs very slow. The task manager can show the cpu at only 5% for example but the light (hdd or cpu, not sure) is on constant as if it's working away. I ran adaware scan and …

my pc is suddenly verry slow, can you perhaps check my logfile. i've getting randomly popups of internet explorer with adds. tnx Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 3:42:28, on 13-8-2010 Platform: Windows Vista SP1 (WinNT 6.00.1905) MSIE: Internet Explorer v8.00 (8.00.6001.18943) Boot mode: Normal Running processes: …

I was using AVG and Avast simultaneously until I was advised that it was a no-no. I uninstalled AVG and kept Avast. Google searches are redirected to Searchlight and others. Some webpages won't display showing a MGINX error page. I'm blessed with Audio of Obama playing randomly. And Outlook opens …

Hi there I have been having a hard time with the rediction of pages, I got the Antivir Pro solutions a few days back , I go t rid of it but after that everytime i open a browser page another one opens, and every link i click on a …

I've deleted my prefetch; uninstalled all things nVidia--why is it still trying to load these? I don't think it's a virus issue; just built this computer and had firewall and AV up from boot. But, just to be safe I am scanning. Already ran spybot and adaware; dl'd hijackthis, but …

This problem all started when I bought, installed, and then tried to get Starcraft 2 to work with my video card. Suddenly I am being plagued by a multitude of problems. The first, and possibly most annoying, is everytime I launch internet explorer I get a runtime 217 error, and …

I keep getting the message "Windows host process (Rundll32) has stopped working" and then about 3/4 seconds after that, this pops up .. "Windowss Explorer has stopped working", so I click "Restart the program", my desktop reboots, and the same two messages pop up again! Its just an endless loop …

Basically I got it and it's hijacked chrome to not let me visit any webpages and it'll give me an "Internet Explorer Warning - visiting this web site may harm your computer!" in my chrome browser which is laughable cause I'm not using IE. At the same time I can …

Hi everyone. Now I've got some annoying virus(es) in my PC. At first I saw lots of temp files in my Public folder (Avast and Anti-Malware deleted them all, but it took almost 2 days). Then Avast detected other attack via network - virus like: C:\Users\Public\"Anyfolder"\"Anyfolder".exe. Tried cleaning them with …

heya my best friend has a virus on his computer, which means that he cannot open my documents,my pictures, my computer basicly any folder on the computer. He can run programs such as words internet explorer, and avg antivirues which i have used to try and deleate the viruses, but …

The virus name comes up in AVG as adwaregeneric.BBO It is in the myway search assistant that I can't delete from my computer. I hope someone can help because I have had a problem with this virus for forever. Even after restoring my computer to factory settings it still hangs …

Hey everyone and thanks for taking the time to check this post out... This computer has been seriously affected by some sort of virus. I have followed all instructions in the "Read first before posting" post and the virus will not allow me to install or run any of the …