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Hi, hoping someone might be able to help me with a possible infection. A few months ago, I started to notice some mouse lagging whenever I started chrome. I didn't think anything of it at the time because I usually start chrome with 5 tabs and 5 extensions, and figured …

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I believe I got a trojan virus that has caused some damage to my computer which will no longer connect to the internet. I read several threads on here and these are the steps I have already taken: 1)I downloaded and ran Marlwarebytes and AVG. (I think it found the …

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I have got this code from an article on secure login systems. I know basically nothing about php so I would like to know if this is good code to use? Part 1 of 8: Configure Your Server 1. 1 Install a Web Server, PHP and MySQL on your server. …

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Hello; I got some kind of infection or something last week, which caused my virus software not to update, and finally my computer to totally crash and would not reboot. I successfully recovered my system from an image (it was one level up of messy from actual system restore - …

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Hello Helpers! My Compaq M2000 laptop has been a victim of a very silly mistake done by me. I've followed the steps given in the below link: http://www.daniweb.com/hardware-and-software/microsoft-windows/viruses-spyware-and-other-nasties/threads/134865/read-me-before-posting-a-request-for-assistance following are the logs for your persual: **GMER One.log:** GMER 1.0.15.15641 - http://www.gmer.net Rootkit quick scan 2012-03-20 22:48:27 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack …

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Hi, thanks in advance to whoever can help me out here. I guess the issues with my computer are currently. 1. ping.exe using up a large chunk of the CPU, very erratic but sometimes going near 100% 2. When I open Firefox or Internet Explorer, another tab or window automatically …

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Hello; I need help with an annoying virus or malware. My search results display correctly, but clicking on any of the urls in the results takes to me usually to a "How To" page or a list of sales sites related back to the searched topic. To get anywhere i've …

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I am currently running Window's Vista on my Toshiba laptop. I got the laptop for free from a friend and there seems to be quite a few issues with it. Problems: I get popups in new tabs constantly for registry cleaners and that I am infected with registry errors. I …

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Hello all, I have a strange situation going on: First, I cannot reboot the computer. Once rebooted the computer signs off and never comes on. Second, if I unplug the computer or turn it off, when I start it up, the monitor does not come on - I have to …

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Hello folks, [B]System:[/B] HP a1649n computer, O/S XP Pro, SP3, BIOS 3.08. Processor Intel Core 2 @1.86GHz, Fam6, Mod15, Stepping6, 4GB RAM, connected to TWC through WRT54G Running Avast! and Windows firewall - this and other 6 computers on network have shown no issues in over a year with this …

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I've got some problems on my Acer TravelMate 4674WLMi laptop. I'm running Windows XP Professional. IE7 crashes immediately upon launch. It asks if I want to send an error log, which I do. A couple months ago, my machine was attacked by a nasty virus that caused all kinds of …

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As soon as the computer showed a problem I had to start in safe mode to run MBAM. I updated first. I did run MBAM first before all the other scanners. First MBAM scan, Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 [url]www.malwarebytes.org[/url] Database version: 4363 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 3 (Safe Mode) Internet Explorer …

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I'm having the same problem as a previous post. No sound (wav sound bar gets lowered to min) and hidden IE windows. Cannot kill IE task (comes right back). Neither AVG/Avast/MalwareB detects anything. Ran ESET (offline) and it found the following: C:\Documents and Settings\Craig1\Local Settings\temp\447511515.exe a variant of Win32/TrojanDownloader.Unruy.CD trojan …

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i hope i'm doing this right. Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 [url]www.malwarebytes.org[/url] Database version: 4275 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 3 Internet Explorer 8.0.6001.18702 7/5/2010 8:52:15 AM mbam-log-2010-07-05 (08-52-15).txt Scan type: Full scan (C:\|D:\|) Objects scanned: 260308 Time elapsed: 3 hour(s), 34 minute(s), 12 second(s) Memory Processes Infected: 0 Memory Modules Infected: 0 …

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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 …

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Any time I use a search engine and I click on the result I want, I am redirected to another website; generally advertisements. I followed all the steps from the "read me before posting thread" and was able to do everything except run the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Tool. When …

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AV: Norton 360 OS: Windows 7 (64bit) Adapter: Marvell Yukon 88E8040 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller IDP: PLDT myDSL ph I tried a full scan of Norton 360 but it wont detect any malicious files or whatsoever. MBAM always detect and blocking this IP [COLOR="Red"]222.65.29.209[/COLOR]. My main problem here is that …

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OS: Windows 7 (64bit) Adapter: Marvell Yukon 88E8040 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller AV: Norton 360 ISP: PLDT myDSL ph Problem: I regularly get disconnected to the network. I got errors in my ping. Like "Destination Unreachable" sort of... i cant remember and "Request timeout" when there is a yellow alert …

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Hello, I have an issue where ie opens a new window to a random site on its own. But only if I am browsing the web. It does not open unless I have it open, then it randomly opens a new window on its own. I have looked in add …

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My computer has Windows XP Professional (Windows versions 5.1 with SP3), and Symantec Endpoint Protection, version 11.0.200.1567. The computer had some issues in the middle of December that I thought I fixed, but once again I am having problems with trojans and rootkits. The problem in December was first apparent …

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I have a virus that causes a "system integrity scan wizard" window to pop up. In addition I also get a pop up window: "Warning: Your computer may have critical errors in windows registry and file system". The following is my hijack this scan. Can you help me get rid …

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Hi, I think my computer has some problrms. I have something trying to change my home page when I start IE. More often than not it takes two ir three attempts before IE finally starts. I also get spurious e mails returned which couldn't be sent, the problem is I …

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Microsoft® Windows® Malicious Software Removal Tool removed: TrojanDownloader:Win32/cutwail.AQ Virus:Win32/cutwail.G (I could only run this program in safe mode) Restart Ran ATF-Cleaner (Could only run in safe mode) *Received error"Application cannot be executed. The file ATF-Cleaner.exe is infected. Do you want to activate your anti virus software now?"* Restart Ran MBAM.EXE. …

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First, before i start posting this thread, i just want to say I'm sorry if there is already a similar thread or exactly the same topic with same contents with mine. OK, let's start. [B]SPEED UP YOUR XP NEVER THAN BEFORE[/B] [B][U]NOTICE[/U][/B] In this XP SpeedUp, it includes XP Tweaks, …

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Internet explorer has started opening by itself every few minutes and my computer is running slower than usual with a virtual memory is running low message popping up. I do not know what website it is trying to access because i have gone over my internet quota and it doesnt …

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Hi! Ugh, my computer's normally good, but for some reason it's spyware-riddled lately. I've been trying to fix this, but I think I need to call for support. It WAS more serious, where it was preventing stuff from opening and changed my wallpaper and stuff, but I seem to have …

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Hello Experts! I think I'm finally going to need to reach out for some urgent help... I've been working on removing this malware/virus for a few days and thought I got it. Now I'm seeing my explorer.exe process crash quite frequently. I'm thinking there are still some lingering problems. Any …

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Hi everyone, im having some problems with my computer, my friend has made this website in flash([URL="http://h1.ripway.com/dan08/Team_Vaska.html"]http://h1.ripway.com/dan08/Team_Vaska.html[/URL]), he embeded, his flash window into html, but the problem doesnt come from there. Me and my friend have a program written in python, and there is nothing that can damage a computer. …

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hi, i have a dell laptop model #PP22L. i know i have a virus because i keep getting popups that tell me im infected and they want me to purchase their software. i ran a hijackthis report and the following info came up. before the scan ran these 2 boxes …

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I am helping a friend fix her computer, she had some malware issues. I have CA Internet Suite on the computer because she doesn't believe in virus protection and I am the one who ends up dealing with the issues. The Computer is a Dell Inspiron 600m with Windows XP …

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Any help with these issuses is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your time and attention. Overall System sluggish along with the following problems: Start>Programs>Administrative Tools>Services results: Windows Internet Explorer error Cannot find 'res://C:\WINDOWS\System32\mmcndmgr.dll/views.htm'. Make sure the path or Internet address is correct. Press Ok same error returns, Press …

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Could someone assist me please? I am so very frustrated. So forgive me if I am long winded or ignorant, as I don't know much about computers and can't afford a new one. Each time I try to do an onkine scan, something prevents the virus signatures or database from …

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I have been running Spybot S&D as well as ad-aware and MBAM and to avail...here is my log - any help would be great! I know I was having a problem with VirusRemover2008 and tried to remove it. Im having a lot of popups and IE is opening but not …

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I recently found a trojan.vundo on my computer and dowoaded a tool called fixvundo from the Symantec wbsite. I followed the instructions and it said thatit had been successfully removed. I wanted to make sure So I did a full system scan last night and when I checked back on …

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Hello I am having problems with pop ups, speed, and internet explorer will not open pages. My son clicked on a virus protection pop up. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 9:45:51 AM, on 11/30/2008 Platform: Windows XP SP3 (WinNT 5.01.2600) …

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Very interesting bug I am noticing with my PC that's been happening since yesterday. The file iexplore.exe will start up and run for a few moments, and then shut itself down. However, when it does this, it opens no windows to Internet Explorer at all. It just spikes my processor …

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Hi everyone, I posted this in the wrong forum area before...hope this is correct. When using Firefox 2.0, I keep getting Internet Explorer windows popping up. This seems to happen once every 2-3 minutes, and it is very annoying. Is there anything that can be done? The log is listed …

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Hi, I have got this thing where if i go on google and search, the text is bigger than usual. Also if i click on a search it loads up a new window and some random site comes up. Id really appreciate a step by step guide on what to …

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Hi I hope I am posting this thread in the right place, it is the only Virus and Spyware thread I can find, if there is another forum I'm sorry, I hope someone can help. I started having a problem with the speed of my computer a copuple of days …

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i downloaded nero and now i keep getting spyware and virus alerts. i have avg and it won't detect and anything. Windows keep saying i'v got virus and spy ware window keeps popping up like crazy. I cant access C drive, control panel and task manager. When i go to …

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Hi, Unfortunately, I am no longer near the computer with the problem and therefore have only the Hijackthis scan to offer. I just found your site from home and so did not know what else was required. I had a stubborn case of the Antivirus 2008 along with the rebooting …

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Okay.. first off.. I came home from work and my roomate used the pc.. I had firefox loaded, but I guess they used IE.. I get home and there is 10 IE boxes open.. w/ the lil spill about "you have been infected" press okay to scan or something another.. …

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Ok after i got rid of this other malware/virus. I see this other person having the same problem [url]http://ask.metafilter.com/81308/Why-does-my-desktop-keep-crashing[/url] . It starts at boot time but usually when i open up ie explorer, opera it seems to close. If i go to CTRL+ALT+DEL menu to processes explorer.exe is still there. …

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be posted here my appologies dramas with my registry or system files ? #1 4 Minutes Ago | Add to justoni's Reputation | Flag Bad Post hi guys i need help, i get an error message when ever i open my documents its says that windows has to cloase because …

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Hi guys, I too have a problem with the red circle white x virus, and I have an unamed toolbar in my internet browser that states security tests, scan spyware, remove pop ups, and spam protection. I am also encountering a lot of pop ups, and I have 3 shortcuts …

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Hi Everyone Firstly, I hope I've posted this in the right place, ( mega apologies if I haven't ) even though Ive attached a Hijackthis log at the end because it might help arrive at my Chkdsk solution. I think I have something running which is blocking access to the …

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Hey Im in desperite need of help to get rid of this annoying virus or malware... Ive been reading about other peoples problems but im not one to try their solutions. I have a red x for a c drive icon, computer is laggy, numerous error messages ( see below …

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When I open Windows Explorer, there are several directories with a blue arrow on the folder. When I try to access them, I get, c:\blah blah blah is not accessable. Access is denied. (where blah blah blah is the directory) I'm logged in as the administrator account (which is called …

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Hi, First, Happy New Year!! Okay, I can not access my control panel or display properties. I had that virus/trojan horse the tried to force you to buy anti spiware, I used AVG to get rid of it, only I screwed up when it was asking me if I wanted …

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My wife's computerhas been hijacked and is now almost unuseable with the pop-ups and pop-unders. With the system idle and no browser running, 39 seperate bvrowser widows opened today. I can't even type a complete sentence here with out another window opening. It gets so bad that all the icons …

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