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Need help got the Google redirect virus

Discussion in 'Virus and Malware Removal' started by jpak88, Nov 12, 2010.

  1. jpak88 Newcomer, in training Posts: 54

    >Drivers
    >Stealth
    Nothing detected :(
  2. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,349   +175

  3. jpak88 Newcomer, in training Posts: 54

    it seems to be working =) no redirects atm. im not really familiar with these terms for a pc but what does a dns do? and how is changing it can effect it from not redirecting? and am i 100% protected from the virus from hijacking again. im still afraid to log into bank accounts and stuff. sorry but im just very cautious
  4. jpak88 Newcomer, in training Posts: 54

    and also would my dads computer be safe also? i havent turned it on and wont until tomorrow.
  5. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,349   +175

    Good news :)

    This will explain DNS better, than I can: http://www.howstuffworks.com/dns.htm

    Your computer is definitely clean, but we still need to perform very last steps.
    Your dad's computer should be OK too.

    Your computer is clean [IMG]

    1. We need to reset system restore to prevent your computer from being accidentally reinfected by using some old restore point(s). We'll create fresh, clean restore point.

    Run OTL

    • Under the Custom Scans/Fixes box at the bottom, paste in the following:

    Code:
    :Commands
    [purity]
    [emptytemp]
    [EMPTYFLASH]
    [CLEARALLRESTOREPOINTS]
    [Reboot]
    • Then click the Run Fix button at the top
    • Let the program run unhindered, reboot the PC when it is done

    2. Now, we'll remove all tools, we used during our cleaning process

    Clean up with OTL:

    • Double-click OTL.exe to start the program.
    • Close all other programs apart from OTL as this step will require a reboot
    • On the OTL main screen, press the CLEANUP button
    • Say Yes to the prompt and then allow the program to reboot your computer.

    If you still have any tools or logs leftover on your computer you can go ahead and delete those off of your computer now.

    3. Make sure, Windows Updates are current.

    4. If any Trojan was listed among your infection(s), make sure, you change all of your on-line important passwords (bank account(s), secured web sites, etc.) immediately!

    5. Download, and install WOT (Web OF Trust): http://www.mywot.com/. It'll warn you (in most cases) about dangerous web sites.

    6. Run Malwarebytes "Quick scan" once in a while to assure safety of your computer.

    7. Run Temporary File Cleaner (TFC) weekly.

    8. Download and install Secunia Personal Software Inspector (PSI): http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/personal/. The Secunia PSI is a FREE security tool designed to detect vulnerable and out-dated programs and plug-ins which expose your PC to attacks. Run it weekly.

    9. (optional) If you want to keep all your programs up to date, download and install FileHippo Update Checker.
    The Update Checker will scan your computer for installed software, check the versions and then send this information to FileHippo.com to see if there are any newer releases.

    10. Run defrag at your convenience.

    11. Read How did I get infected?, With steps so it does not happen again!: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic2520.html

    12. Please, let me know, how is your computer doing.
  6. jpak88 Newcomer, in training Posts: 54

    my computer is working great thanks. which anti virus prog should i keep? spydoctor? avira or mbam? im thinking of unistalling spydoctor but what do you recommend
     
  7. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,349   +175

    Good news :)
    Only Avira is an antivirus program.
    You can safely uninstall SpyDoctor.
    Keep MBAM and run occasional scans.

    Good luck and stay safe :)
  8. jpak88 Newcomer, in training Posts: 54

    Thanks for everything. Have a happy thanksgiving!
  9. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 39,349   +175

    Same to you :)