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[Solved] Removing malware. Done 8 step process. logs attached

Discussion in 'Virus and Malware Removal' started by bellodee, Feb 21, 2010.

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  1. Broni Malware Annihilator

    Re-run HJT. Checkmark:
    O1 - Hosts: ÿþ127.0.0.1 localhost
    O1 - Hosts: ::1 localhost
    Click "Fix checked" button.

    When done....


    Your computer is clean [IMG]

    1. Turn off System Restore:

    - Windows XP:
    1. Click Start.
    2. Right-click the My Computer icon, and then click Properties.
    3. Click the System Restore tab.
    4. Check "Turn off System Restore".
    5. Click Apply.
    6. When turning off System Restore, the existing restore points will be deleted. Click Yes to do this.
    7. Click OK.
    - Windows Vista:
    1. Click Start.
    2. Right-click the Computer icon, and then click Properties.
    3. Click on System Protection under the Tasks column on the left side
    4. Click on Continue on the "User Account Control" window that pops up
    5. Under the System Protection tab, find Available Disks
    6. Uncheck the box for any drive you wish to disable system restore on (in most cases, drive "C:")
    7. When turning off System Restore, the existing restore points will be deleted. Click "Turn System Restore Off" on the popup window to do this.
    8. Click OK

    2. Restart computer.

    3. Turn System Restore on.

    4. Make sure, Windows Updates are current.

    5. 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!

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

    7. Run defrag at your convenience.

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

    9. Please, let me know, how is your computer doing.
    Broni, Mar 2, 2010
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  2. bellodee Newcomer, in training

    I have done the things you said. Thanks very much! My computer is like new!!! It has not been this good for a very long time. I have a small issue with the display but I think this is something I may be able to sort out myself: if I cant I will seek help. Just a couple of quick question if that's okay
    1. Is microsoft security essentials okay?
    2. Do I need a separate anti malware programme
    Thanks once again
    bellodee, Mar 3, 2010
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  3. Broni Malware Annihilator

    Excellent :)
    MSE is perfectly OK.
    Run Super and 'Bytes on occasion and run TFC weekly.

    I'll mark this thread as resolved.
    Broni, Mar 3, 2010
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