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Hi can anyone solve a very annoying problem for me I have brought my first laptop and when I using it at random the computer opens a blank internet page (nothing but white) it happens even when I'm not using the internet the only way to get rid of it …

Hi Folks, If anyone could give me a fix with this i'd be eternally grateful. For the past few weeks every time I use keystrokes I am redirected to my yahoo account. I initally thought that my facebook account was infected on account of only using this. I have installed …

i have a program that acts like my anti virus software called av suite. i have searched all around the net to find a solution and all of the sites seem to be fake. It has put a proxy server on my internet properties so i cannot connect to the …

First I would like to say thanks to all who help on this forum. I usually solve all my computer problems myself, but once I got stuck and this forum solved it for me. Now I am stuck again. I have two computers hooked to router. We also have one …

After the rundll error message (c:\windows\system32\spool\drivers\w32x86\3\dlcctime.dll) began, I could not print on my Dell924. I uninstalled my printer. When I reinstalled, only the scan, fax, copy appear to be installed. The actual "printer" will not install. I "can" scan and copy (don't use fax feature). I have Norton Internet Security …

Hi, symantec keeping dozen of mail to unknown email address once I connected into internet. I scan lots of times with different antivirus software and a few spyware software, nothing was found. Please help. this is my hijackthis log: Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1 Scan saved at 2:21:28 PM, on 5/16/2006 …

My computer keeps redirecting me.I not too smart at all this stuff but i do have this log file. Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.4 Scan saved at 4:40:47 PM, on 7/2/2010 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v8.00 SP3 (8.00.6001.18702) Boot mode: Normal Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe …

Yeah, unfortunately, my IE and FireFox browser searches with Google and Yahoo are being redirected. Running Windows XP SP3 on Toshiba Satellite laptop. I have scanned with Spybot, MalWareBytes, SASpyware, and the Micorsoft Removal Tool. MBAM found one registry problem, and Spybot found one infected file, but they did not …

Hello. My mother-in-law is having an issue with her computer where anytime you go into a program, the keyboard and mouse will lock up and I can only do a hard reset (holding down the power button to turn off the computer and then turn it back on) to get …

HI!! I have Dell latitude Csx- 800Mhz , 256MB ram , win 2000 pro. Recently i installed Norton internet Security 2005 on my laptop. It is a good program , but i find it highly system heavy. Can you suggest me alternative , lighter antivirus and firewall programs which can …

it started when i downloaded a cracked keygen and it looked suspicious but i let my guard down and downloaded it anyways because i had just downloaded a keygen for photoshop cs5 and it worked with no problems. so i decided to try and get one for after effects and …

Hi. I am in need of updating my antivirus program since my current Norton subscription has just expired. I have chosen Avast4 (AVG was close 2nd), but first message that came up when started to install Avast4 was 'found another antivirus program on your system, do you want to continue?'. …

Thanks for the help everyone. I suppose for now the pc is ok. Seems to be clean. But now his Windows mail won't open. Can't initialize the MSOE.dll. Looks like I've got some more work to do. But thanks again! I'll mark as solved I guess.

Are there any recorded instances of the dreaded "operating system not found" screen being caused by malware? I understand most likely cause to be creep or software related, apologise if this question already posted.

A study by a computer security lab has found that porn sites "harboured malware or used "shady" practices to squeeze money out of their visitors," according to an [URL="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/10289009.stm"]article [/URL]by the BBC on the study. (In other news, rocks are hard and water is wet.) Researchers from the [URL="http://iseclab.org/about.html"]International Secure …

Hi, I've had 108 port scans performed on my machine since yesterday. My firewall has pick it up and seems to have prevented access. My back trace tool has identified the IP addresses these port scans have been conducted from. Additionally I've reported this issue to the IP network owners, …

Ok, Not sure if you require specs, but a few main ones are; Dell XPS M1530 Windows Vista 32-bit This problem started a few days ago, i can honestly say i don't have a clue how it started. I lent my laptop too my brother one day... day later suddenly …

When I try to go into my Control Panel and My Computer Properties it says I'm restricted from doing so because I'm not admin...but I AM admin...What should I do Thanks

Hi, here is a summary of problem and action taken: 1) Fake anti-virus software alert (opens up fake Windows security alert bubble from icon taskbar in bottom right and internet pages to porn, viagra etc). Each time i try to open programs i get infection errors, do i want to …

Hi, ive had a little problem tonight, for some reason internet explorer opens and displays ads and its getting pretty annoying. im running firefox for my browser and theres no problems with it. just IE keeps messing about. i have done a full scan with AVG and a full scan …

Was browsing internet today when windows started popping up left and right, it was like the mouse became super sensitive, cause whenever i moved it, a new window opened. so, i figured it was some sort of trojan and tried scanning. well i couldn't get to the scanner cause of …

i can connect to the internet with wyzo my browser, but none of my programs connect, like itunes can not connect to the itunes store, ect. please help

Greetings From E.G.: I want to help those whom I can help. Back up all your data first VIP> On a flash drive or whatever your preference is. Then if you know where your last restore point was before the viruses, spyware, maleware, etc showed up...Try this. Go to your …

A friend's computer. He downloaded a bunch of crap in an attempt at antivirus protection. Clicking on malware popups. He paid money to RegTool. Can someone please assist this aspiring PC/Security nerd in cleaning his dirty logs? :) It would be greatly appreciated. I am currently running Microsoft Malicious Software …

Symantec today launched a new hosted security as a service solution for small and medium sized business in the form of its '[URL="http://www.messagelabs.com/trials/hep"]Symantec Hosted Endpoint Protection[/URL]' offering. Delivering a simple and convenient cloud-based service covering Windows-based laptops, desktops and files servers, the solution aims to protect these endpoint systems using …

hey guys, my problem is that my download speeds have gone down, and I mean noticeably down. i ran the speedtest and my speed was was not even half of what my ISP average is. i'm not sure if its my computer giving out on me since it is about …

It seems that the world has gone football crazy now that the World Cup is underway in South Africa, [URL="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vuvuzela"]vuvuzelas[/URL] and all. But with ticket sales not having been as successful as expected, and [URL="http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/africa/seats-to-spare-ndash-but-fifa-wont-let-south-africans-fill-them-2002630.html"]reports[/URL] of rafts of empty seats which FIFA won't sell tickets to South Africans for, overseas …

Please help Ive read the 'read me first' thread regarding how to clean up a pc, but can the files be downloaded on another pc then installed on the infected one so that the scans can then be run? Have tried all ways of connecting to the internet, but message …

Hello, I think I have a search engine redirect virus; each time I am on Internet Explorer/Firefox (using Yahoo or Google search, it doesn't matter), I type in, for instance, "Berenstain Bears". I click on the link that I know is their official website, and I get redirected to bizrate, …

My computer's been running really slow. So i ran Spybot Search & Destroy, Maleware's Anti-Maleware, and all the other recommended stuff and they found nothing. Heres a the hijack this logfile Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 6:50:21 PM, on 10/16/2008 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) …

When the computer starts up it brings up an error labeled svchost.xe fatal error, with a box with a red circle and an X in it. With a virus scan with Avast! an svchost.exe was detected as a virus and since it's been removed it's been acting up. I however …

:'( Im not sure if its ok to ask for help here sorry alittle new to this but im having a problem with my comp i ran a virus scan of my comp all it found was one adware so it removed it and restarted my comp but now i …

Hi, I want to learn about md5.please tell me how i can calculate md5 of a file Waiting for your kind answer Thanks

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I have been using Musicmatch and 360 share pro for years. Now when I want to play a song that I have downloaded from 360 and want to play it with MM.I have to download Media Gateway for the musicmatch license. The problem with that is the one time I …

Hi, i need MD5 Hashes of all the virus can any one help me to finding them. Thanks

I got a virus about 3 weeks ago and my pc hasn't been the same since. most programs are saying my pc is clean but its unresponsive and FREEZES A LOT : details since infection date in malwarebytes... Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 [url]www.malwarebytes.org[/url] Database version: 4063 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 3 …

My Searches are being redirected. I've tried several different solutions posted elswhere online, but no luck whatsoever. Please let me know if you have any suggestions. Thanks in advance. GMER 1: GMER 1.0.15.15281 - [url]http://www.gmer.net[/url] Rootkit quick scan 2010-05-29 13:24:59 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 3 Running: ssionnq5.exe; Driver: C:\DOCUME~1\ADMINI~1.SPI\LOCALS~1\Temp\kxldypow.sys ---- …

I'm trying to help neighbor with a problem that seems to have been the result of a power outage. She was running Windows Update > power failure > neverending wuauclt.exe error messages. I've followed the Cleanup Threads and am having some issues deleting some of the files (in use). I've …

I sure hope you can help me. I have reached the end of my tech expertise. I am having trouble connecting to the internet on my main computer (Dell XPS 400 running Windows XP and a Westell 6100 modem); I can get online through the wireless lan on my laptop …

I previously had a security package (Charter Security Suite) installed but moved to an area where Charter services are not available. Instead of using the program's Uninstall function I used the Windows Add/Remove function. Now the firewall is still on and I cannot turn it off. The Control Panel/Security window …

Seems Daniweb helps a lot of folks out and I would be forever grateful if someone could help me solve this problem. I never actually use IE, just Firefox, but for the past couple of months I have been dealing with occasional popups and at least two copies of IEXPLORE.EXE …

Please Help I can not open Windows Explorer at all. I've run HijackThis and this is the log: Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1 Scan saved at 09:49:02 AM, on 2010/06/05 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v8.00 (8.00.6001.18702) 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\svchost.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\BitDefender\BitDefender …

My friend said to me that a virus had entered into his internet broadband modem.Is that possible? Can a virus enter inside modem? The Modem is a external one which is provided by BSNL(a Leading Company in India) please answer.............. thanks in advance.

Hello, I just joined daniweb today. Here goes my problem: Whenever I start my pc, internet stops working same with the sound and strangely the taskbar turns grey(ike the one in windows 98). Everything works fine except for the sound and the internet. I tried using system restore but the …

H E L P!!! After downloading AVG (free - latest version) I tried to open it to run it. All it did was extract it and then NOTHING. HELP! I know my computer have virus of sorts. Also my computer has been blinking really fast that has light blue screen …

Hello all, Unfortunately I have this bad habit of turning to this magnificent community only with requests for helping hand on malware issues, but since that's the root nature of this part of the forum, I can just say that I'll be happy to drop by more frequently in future. …

Ok, here are the issues I'm having & yes I run a lot of anti programs including Advanced System Care which some say they love & a few people say caused problems. Honestly I can't remember when the problems started, at least 4-6 months ago & it may have started …

I can no longer log onto my homepage unless it is in safe mode. I have a number of windows come up one which says [COLOR="Navy"]The instruction at '0x000000' referenced memory at '0x000000' the memory could not be written. click ok to terminate, click cancel to debug.[/COLOR] Another I have …

I see other threads with my same problem, but from what I can tell it is best if I start my own thread. When I search for something in Google, after I get my search results, the links get redirected to various ads/spam sites. I use IE with Windows xp …