I have been attacked by a virus:

file path&name: c:\a.bat
name: malware-gen

Its a virus!!!

And whenever i enable the option to show hidden folders it doesn't work!! I cant see my hidden folders unless I type the full path on the address bar!( Used the folder options but it didn't work!)

Please HELP!

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May I know what Anti virus sw u r using???

Im using avast antivirus!

go into folder options and uncheck the following:
'hide extentions for known file types'
'hide protected operating system files'

and check the following:
'show hidden files and folders'

do this in safe mode and see if you can manually delete the virus file

Im using avast antivirus!

Use Spybot SD to clean any malware!!!

IT's a great tool I use for my clients....

Use Spybot SD to clean any malware!!!

IT's a great tool I use for my clients....

In my opinion Avast is great for home users as long as you are updated.

Use Spybot SD to clean any malware!!!

IT's a great tool I use for my clients....

and malwarebytes download in my signature .

go into folder options and uncheck the following:
'hide extentions for known file types'
'hide protected operating system files'

and check the following:
'show hidden files and folders'

do this in safe mode and see if you can manually delete the virus file

didnt work mayne!..........
plz help!

Which part "didn't work"? You'll have to be more specific. Also have you tried the other software suggested?

the other softies suggested is also very handy .
if you still have problems download combifix here
install on desktop and run it in safe mode. dont do anything when combifix is running, dont even move your mouse . when all is done post a log here

commented: excellent +1
commented: Suggestion seemed to do just the job. Fantastic +4

the other softies suggested is also very handy .
if you still have problems download combifix here
install on desktop and run it in safe mode. dont do anything when combifix is running, dont even move your mouse . when all is done post a log here

Hey....... thnx it worked!

this program is good!

Thanks, i appreciate!

Happy computing
cheers fella

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