Inactive CVKGPQ virus

[RLK107]

I have run MalwareBytes (ok) however in running DDS I get the message "DDS is not meant to run in 'Compatability Mode'. The program shall now exit".
Not sure how to proceed from here.

 

[Broni]

Please, observe following rules:

• Read all of my instructions very carefully. Your mistakes during cleaning process may have very serious consequences, like unbootable computer.
• If you're stuck, or you're not sure about certain step, always ask before doing anything else.
• Please refrain from running any tools, fixes or applying any changes to your computer other than those I suggest.
• Never run more than one scan at a time.
• Keep updating me regarding your computer behavior, good, or bad.
• The cleaning process, once started, has to be completed. Even if your computer appears to act better, it may still be infected. Once the computer is totally clean, I'll certainly let you know.
• If you leave the topic without explanation in the middle of a cleaning process, you may not be eligible to receive any more help in malware removal forum.
• I close my topics if you have not replied in 5 days. If you need more time, simply let me know. If I closed your topic and you need it to be reopened, simply PM me.

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Post MBAM log.

You're not saying what's wrong with your computer.

 

[RLK107]

First, Broni, happy to have you assisting me again. About two years ago you guided me thru to a successful solution to a vexing URL redirect virus. Thanks again.

Second, the indications of a problem that I've been getting (intermittently, I'm afraid) are as follows (using Firefox 34.0.5):
- Clicking on a link on an existing page can result in the creation, in addition to the requested page, another tab with a URL showing the 'cvkgpq.com........' URL.
- I've also observed the page that I wanted showing up with an added and unwanted left margin blocking about 10-15% of the screen. Showing either stupidity or chutzpah, the "cvkgpq.com" URL is shown at the top of the offending margin.
- My initial notice that I had been hit by the virus was the fact that my default search engine had been changed from Google to Yahoo.

I apologize for not including the MBAM log.
Any ideas on why I rec'd the strange DDS msg?
Here's the MBAM log:

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
www.malwarebytes.org

Scan Date: 12/5/2014
Scan Time: 8:24:02 PM
Logfile: Malwarebytes log.txt
Administrator: Yes

Version: 2.00.4.1028
Malware Database: v2014.12.06.02
Rootkit Database: v2014.12.03.01
License: Free
Malware Protection: Disabled
Malicious Website Protection: Disabled
Self-protection: Disabled

OS: Windows 8.1
CPU: x86
File System: NTFS
User: ****

Scan Type: Threat Scan
Result: Completed
Objects Scanned: 335496
Time Elapsed: 34 min, 27 sec

Memory: Enabled
Startup: Enabled
Filesystem: Enabled
Archives: Enabled
Rootkits: Disabled
Heuristics: Enabled
PUP: Enabled
PUM: Enabled

Processes: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Modules: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Keys: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Values: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Data: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Folders: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Files: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Physical Sectors: 0
(No malicious items detected)


(end)

 

[Broni]

Download RogueKiller from one of the following links and save it to your Desktop:

Link 1
Link 2

• Close all the running programs
• Windows Vista/7/8 users: right click on RogueKiller.exe, click Run as Administrator
• Otherwise just double-click on RogueKiller.exe
• Pre-scan will start. Let it finish.
• Click on SCAN button.
• Wait until the Status box shows Scan Finished
• Click on Delete.
• Wait until the Status box shows Deleting Finished.
• Click on Report and copy/paste the content of the Notepad into your next reply.
• RKreport.txt could also be found on your desktop.
• If more than one log is produced post all logs.
• If RogueKiller has been blocked, do not hesitate to try a few times more. If really won't run, rename it to winlogon.exe (or winlogon.com) and try again

Create new restore point before proceeding with the next step....
How to: http://www.smartestcomputing.us.com/topic/63983-how-to-create-new-restore-point-all-windows/

Download

Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit to your desktop.

• Warning! Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit needs to be run from an account with administrator rights.
• Double click on downloaded file. OK self extracting prompt.
• MBAR will start. Click "Next" to continue.
• Click in the following screen "Update" to obtain the latest malware definitions.
• Once the update is complete select "Next" and click "Scan".
• When the scan is finished and no malware has been found select "Exit".
• If malware was detected, make sure to check all the items and click "Cleanup". Reboot your computer.
• Open the MBAR folder located on your Desktop and paste the content of the following files in your next reply:
  • "mbar-log-{date} (xx-xx-xx).txt"
  • "system-log.txt"

NOTE. If you see This version requires you to completely exit the Anti Malware application message right click on the Malwarebytes Anti-Malware icon in the system tray and click on Exit.