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Sirefef found by MBAM

Discussion in 'Virus and Malware Removal' started by BobTN, Aug 1, 2012.

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  1. BobTN Newcomer, in training Posts: 29

    Problem is I don't have much time before I leave town, and I have some things to do to get ready for departure. I had previously attempted to use the CD for my other PC which is SP2 to slipstream to SP3. I tried a repai with that CD but my XP wouldn't accept it. Maybe because of OEM vs retail copies, I don't recall. Could be probs with the CD drive. Didn't have time then to figure out why it would n't work. I'd prefer to attempt a repair before I go with reinstall. I have free training sw installed that I no longer have access to. Not a problem with license, but a problem with access to the installation sources - I had a brief period of access when I was first laid off. I'd hate to lose the sw but ultimately may need to bite the bullet.

    Would this be a good time to put further work on this PC on HOLD until I return from my trip?

    So, did you ever see sirefef on this PC? Any other infection. I saw some refs to 'adult entertainment' sites. Recall this started when MBAM hit on an Nvidia file when doing a somewhat routine FULL scan.

    I very much appreciate your help!

    -Bob
    BobTN, Aug 2, 2012
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  2. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 40,022   +187

    As I said I didn't see much there especially Sirefef.

    I'm pretty sure you have some other issues which cause computer's misbehavior.

    Keep in mind that you can't backup any program prior to reinstallation.
    Programs have to be reinstalled.

    If you want to wait until you're back it's fine with me.
    Broni, Aug 2, 2012
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  3. BobTN Newcomer, in training Posts: 29

    I'd prefer to wait. Otherwise I could get into a bind.

    Let me know how to get things going again when I get back in town. I'll be gone 2 weeks but it may be 3 weeks before I can get back to this after I get back and get everything settled down again.
    BobTN, Aug 2, 2012
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  4. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 40,022   +187

    If you find your topic closed simply PM me.
    Broni, Aug 2, 2012
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  5. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 40,022   +187

    Just checking on you...
    Broni, Aug 7, 2012
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  6. BobTN Newcomer, in training Posts: 29

    Hi Broni,

    Don't forget / Here's a reminder ..... I'm out of town and away from the subject PC for several weeks.
    BobTN, Aug 7, 2012
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  7. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 40,022   +187

    I remember. PM Me when you got back.
    Broni, Aug 7, 2012
    #27

  8. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 40,022   +187

    Bumping...
    Broni, Aug 12, 2012
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  9. Broni Malware Annihilator Posts: 40,022   +187

    Bumping...
    Broni, Aug 18, 2012
    #29
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