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I have problem with my browser-(Explorer)

Discussion in 'Windows - Virus and spyware problems' started by Angel1987, Jul 1, 2007.

  1. Angel1987

    Angel1987 Member

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    Hi guys, I really need help with my browsing problems:
    - When I type e.g. www.yahoo.com it shows on the address bar only Y
    - The language sometimes appears strange like chines letters, language seems unstable I dont know if its virus so please help me.

    Here is my hijackthis log file:

    Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1
    Scan saved at 09:51:34 م, on 01/07/2007
    Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)
    MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180)

    Running processes:
    C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.EXE
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe
    C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\guard.exe
    C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\VS7DEBUG\MDM.EXE
    C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32krn.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe
    C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32kui.exe
    C:\Program Files\Thomson\SpeedTouch USB\Dragdiag.exe
    C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\avgas.exe
    C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\msiexec.exe
    C:\Documents and Settings\user\Local Settings\Temp\wzab7e\HijackThis.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\NOTEPAD.EXE
    C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE
    C:\PROGRA~1\WINZIP\winzip32.exe
    C:\Documents and Settings\user\Local Settings\Temp\wz246d\HijackThis.exe

    R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Search Bar = http://us.rd.yahoo.com/customize/ycomp/defaults/sb/*http://www.yahoo.com/search/ie.html
    R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Search Page = http://us.rd.yahoo.com/customize/ycomp/defaults/sp/*http://www.yahoo.com
    R0 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Start Page = http://www.yahoo.com/
    R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\SearchURL,(Default) = http://us.rd.yahoo.com/customize/ycomp/defaults/su/*http://www.yahoo.com
    O2 - BHO: (no name) - {02478D38-C3F9-4efb-9B51-7695ECA05670} - (no file)
    O2 - BHO: Adobe PDF Reader Link Helper - {06849E9F-C8D7-4D59-B87D-784B7D6BE0B3} - C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\Acrobat\ActiveX\AcroIEHelper.dll
    O2 - BHO: CRPRecordBrowserHelperObject Object - {3049C3E9-B461-4BC5-8870-4C09146192CA} - C:\Program Files\Real\RealPlayer\rpbrowserrecordplugin.dll
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [nod32kui] "C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32kui.exe" /WAITSERVICE
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [SpeedTouch USB Diagnostics] "C:\Program Files\Thomson\SpeedTouch USB\Dragdiag.exe" /icon
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [!AVG Anti-Spyware] "C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\avgas.exe" /minimized
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [TkBellExe] "C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe" -osboot
    O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [ctfmon.exe] C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe
    O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [Yahoo! Pager] "C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe" -quiet
    O4 - Startup: Adobe Gamma.lnk = C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\Calibration\Adobe Gamma Loader.exe
    O8 - Extra context menu item: E&xport to Microsoft Excel - res://C:\PROGRA~1\MICROS~2\OFFICE11\EXCEL.EXE/3000
    O9 - Extra button: Research - {92780B25-18CC-41C8-B9BE-3C9C571A8263} - C:\PROGRA~1\MICROS~2\OFFICE11\REFIEBAR.DLL
    O9 - Extra button: Messenger - {FB5F1910-F110-11d2-BB9E-00C04F795683} - C:\Program Files\Messenger\msmsgs.exe (file missing)
    O9 - Extra 'Tools' menuitem: Windows Messenger - {FB5F1910-F110-11d2-BB9E-00C04F795683} - C:\Program Files\Messenger\msmsgs.exe (file missing)
    O16 - DPF: {4F1E5B1A-2A80-42CA-8532-2D05CB959537} (MSN Photo Upload Tool) - http://by128fd.bay128.hotmail.msn.com/resources/MsnPUpld.cab
    O16 - DPF: {5F8469B4-B055-49DD-83F7-62B522420ECC} (Facebook Photo Uploader Control) - http://upload.facebook.com/controls/FacebookPhotoUploader.cab
    O16 - DPF: {D27CDB6E-AE6D-11CF-96B8-444553540000} (Shockwave Flash Object) - https://fpdownload.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab
    O17 - HKLM\System\CCS\Services\Tcpip\..\{23287D70-A698-49ED-86B4-5892C17D7222}: NameServer = 213.189.89.2 213.189.89.4
    O18 - Protocol: msnim - {828030A1-22C1-4009-854F-8E305202313F} - "C:\PROGRA~1\MSNMES~1\msgrapp.dll" (file missing)
    O20 - Winlogon Notify: WgaLogon - C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WgaLogon.dll
    O21 - SSODL: WPDShServiceObj - {AAA288BA-9A4C-45B0-95D7-94D524869DB5} - C:\WINDOWS\system32\WPDShServiceObj.dll
    O23 - Service: Adobe LM Service - Adobe Systems - C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe Systems Shared\Service\Adobelmsvc.exe
    O23 - Service: AVG Anti-Spyware Guard - GRISOFT s.r.o. - C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\guard.exe
    O23 - Service: NOD32 Kernel Service (NOD32krn) - Eset - C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32krn.exe
     
  2. Baabiouz

    Baabiouz Regular member

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    Hi!
    What firewall do you use?
    Is that Nod32 only Antivirus?

    Please visit Virustotal
    * Click the Browse... button
    * Navigate to the file: C:\Program Files\Real\RealPlayer\rpbrowserrecordplugin.dll
    * Click the Open button
    * Click the Send button
    * Copy and paste the results back here
     
  3. Angel1987

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    Thank you for your quick help Baabiouz, I have Nod32 only Antivirus with AVG anti-spyware and AD-aware SE Personal.

    This is the result:

    STATUS: FINISHEDComplete scanning result of "rpbrowserrecordplugin.dll", received in VirusTotal at 07.03.2007, 01:20:23 (CET).

    Antivirus Version Update Result
    AhnLab-V3 2007.7.2.0 07.02.2007 no virus found
    AntiVir 7.4.0.37 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Authentium 4.93.8 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Avast 4.7.997.0 07.02.2007 no virus found
    AVG 7.5.0.476 07.02.2007 no virus found
    BitDefender 7.2 07.03.2007 no virus found
    CAT-QuickHeal 9.00 07.02.2007 no virus found
    ClamAV devel-20070416 07.02.2007 no virus found
    DrWeb 4.33 07.02.2007 no virus found
    eSafe 7.0.15.0 07.03.2007 no virus found
    eTrust-Vet 30.8.3759 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Ewido 4.0 07.02.2007 no virus found
    FileAdvisor 1 07.03.2007 no virus found
    Fortinet 2.91.0.0 07.02.2007 no virus found
    F-Prot 4.3.2.48 07.02.2007 no virus found
    F-Secure 6.70.13030.0 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Ikarus T3.1.1.8 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Kaspersky 4.0.2.24 07.03.2007 no virus found
    McAfee 5065 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Microsoft 1.2701 07.02.2007 no virus found
    NOD32v2 2371 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Norman 5.80.02 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Panda 9.0.0.4 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Sophos 4.19.0 06.24.2007 no virus found
    Sunbelt 2.2.907.0 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Symantec 10 07.03.2007 no virus found
    TheHacker 6.1.6.141 07.02.2007 no virus found
    VBA32 3.12.0.2 07.02.2007 no virus found
    VirusBuster 4.3.23:9 07.02.2007 no virus found
    Webwasher-Gateway 6.0.1 07.02.2007 no virus found


    Aditional Information
    File size: 270336 bytes
    MD5: cfab7752ed56188a56ec1be41b01f11b
    SHA1: d96f641743691853067371f571c230c7055018e0
     
  4. Baabiouz

    Baabiouz Regular member

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    Hi!

    As the term conveys, a firewall is an extra layer of security installed onto computers, which restricts access to systems from the outside world. Firewalls protect against hackers and malicious intruders. I want you to download a free firewall NOW from one of these excellent vendors:

    1) ZoneAlarm
    2) Agnitum
    3) Sunbelt/Kerio
    4) Comodo

    If you are using the built-in Windows XP firewall, it is not recommended as it does not block outgoing connections. This means that any malware on your computer is free to "phone home" for more instructions. Simply put, Windows XP contains a mediocre firewall. This firewall is NO replacement for a dedicated software solution. Remember to use only one firewall at the same time.

    ________________________

    After istalling firewall:


    Panda ActiveScan

    - Once you are on the Panda site, click the Scan your PC button
    - A new window will open...click the Check Now button
    - Enter your Country
    - Enter your State/Province
    - Enter your e-mail address and click send
    - Select either Home User or Company
    - Click the big Scan Now button
    - If it wants to install an ActiveX component allow it
    - It will start downloading the files it requires for the scan (Note: It may take a couple of minutes)
    - When download is complete, click on Local Disks to start the scan
    - When the scan completes, if anything malicious is detected, click the See Report button, then Save Report and save it to a convenient location. Do NOT lose it!

    Please, send the Panda activescan report and a fresh HijackThis log :)
     
    Last edited: Jul 3, 2007
  5. Angel1987

    Angel1987 Member

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    Hello sorry for the delay :-(

    Here are my log scan results:

    Panda



    Incident Status Location

    Spyware:Cookie/Adrevolver Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@adrevolver[2].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Adrevolver Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@adrevolver[3].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Advertising Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@advertising[2].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Atlas DMT Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@atdmt[2].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Casalemedia Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@casalemedia[2].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Doubleclick Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@doubleclick[1].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Mediaplex Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@mediaplex[1].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/Overture Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@perf.overture[1].txt
    Spyware:Cookie/QuestionMarket Not disinfected C:\Documents and Settings\user\Cookies\user@questionmarket[2].txt

    Hijackthis

    Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1
    Scan saved at 08:03:11 م, on 04/07/2007
    Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600)
    MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180)

    Running processes:
    C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\services.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\lsass.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.EXE
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe
    C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\guard.exe
    C:\Program Files\ewido anti-malware\ewidoctrl.exe
    C:\Program Files\ewido anti-malware\ewidoguard.exe
    C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32kui.exe
    C:\Program Files\Thomson\SpeedTouch USB\Dragdiag.exe
    C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\avgas.exe
    C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe
    C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\VS7DEBUG\MDM.EXE
    C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32krn.exe
    C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe
    C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe
    C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE
    C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE
    C:\Program Files\Adobe\Reader 8.0\Reader\AcroRd32.exe
    C:\PROGRA~1\WINZIP\winzip32.exe
    C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\IEXPLORE.EXE
    C:\Documents and Settings\user\Local Settings\Temp\wz4271\HijackThis.exe

    R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Search Bar = http://us.rd.yahoo.com/customize/ycomp/defaults/sb/*http://www.yahoo.com/search/ie.html
    R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Search Page = http://us.rd.yahoo.com/customize/ycomp/defaults/sp/*http://www.yahoo.com
    R0 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Start Page = http://www.yahoo.com/
    R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\SearchURL,(Default) = http://us.rd.yahoo.com/customize/ycomp/defaults/su/*http://www.yahoo.com
    O2 - BHO: (no name) - {02478D38-C3F9-4efb-9B51-7695ECA05670} - (no file)
    O2 - BHO: Adobe PDF Reader Link Helper - {06849E9F-C8D7-4D59-B87D-784B7D6BE0B3} - C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\Acrobat\ActiveX\AcroIEHelper.dll
    O2 - BHO: CRPRecordBrowserHelperObject Object - {3049C3E9-B461-4BC5-8870-4C09146192CA} - C:\Program Files\Real\RealPlayer\rpbrowserrecordplugin.dll
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [nod32kui] "C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32kui.exe" /WAITSERVICE
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [SpeedTouch USB Diagnostics] "C:\Program Files\Thomson\SpeedTouch USB\Dragdiag.exe" /icon
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [!AVG Anti-Spyware] "C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\avgas.exe" /minimized
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [TkBellExe] "C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe" -osboot
    O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [COMODO Firewall Pro] "C:\Program Files\Comodo\Firewall\CPF.exe" /background
    O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [ctfmon.exe] C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe
    O4 - HKCU\..\Run: [Yahoo! Pager] "C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe" -quiet
    O4 - Startup: Adobe Gamma.lnk = C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\Calibration\Adobe Gamma Loader.exe
    O8 - Extra context menu item: E&xport to Microsoft Excel - res://C:\PROGRA~1\MICROS~2\OFFICE11\EXCEL.EXE/3000
    O9 - Extra button: Research - {92780B25-18CC-41C8-B9BE-3C9C571A8263} - C:\PROGRA~1\MICROS~2\OFFICE11\REFIEBAR.DLL
    O9 - Extra button: Messenger - {FB5F1910-F110-11d2-BB9E-00C04F795683} - C:\Program Files\Messenger\msmsgs.exe (file missing)
    O9 - Extra 'Tools' menuitem: Windows Messenger - {FB5F1910-F110-11d2-BB9E-00C04F795683} - C:\Program Files\Messenger\msmsgs.exe (file missing)
    O16 - DPF: {4F1E5B1A-2A80-42CA-8532-2D05CB959537} (MSN Photo Upload Tool) - http://by128fd.bay128.hotmail.msn.com/resources/MsnPUpld.cab
    O16 - DPF: {5F8469B4-B055-49DD-83F7-62B522420ECC} (Facebook Photo Uploader Control) - http://upload.facebook.com/controls/FacebookPhotoUploader.cab
    O16 - DPF: {9A9307A0-7DA4-4DAF-B042-5009F29E09E1} (ActiveScan Installer Class) - http://acs.pandasoftware.com/activescan/as5free/asinst.cab
    O16 - DPF: {D27CDB6E-AE6D-11CF-96B8-444553540000} (Shockwave Flash Object) - https://fpdownload.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab
    O17 - HKLM\System\CCS\Services\Tcpip\..\{23287D70-A698-49ED-86B4-5892C17D7222}: NameServer = 195.226.228.72 195.226.228.74
    O18 - Protocol: msnim - {828030A1-22C1-4009-854F-8E305202313F} - "C:\PROGRA~1\MSNMES~1\msgrapp.dll" (file missing)
    O20 - Winlogon Notify: WgaLogon - C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\WgaLogon.dll
    O21 - SSODL: WPDShServiceObj - {AAA288BA-9A4C-45B0-95D7-94D524869DB5} - C:\WINDOWS\system32\WPDShServiceObj.dll
    O23 - Service: Adobe LM Service - Adobe Systems - C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe Systems Shared\Service\Adobelmsvc.exe
    O23 - Service: AVG Anti-Spyware Guard - GRISOFT s.r.o. - C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\guard.exe
    O23 - Service: Comodo Application Agent (CmdAgent) - COMODO - C:\Program Files\Comodo\Firewall\cmdagent.exe
    O23 - Service: ewido security suite control - ewido networks - C:\Program Files\ewido anti-malware\ewidoctrl.exe
    O23 - Service: ewido security suite guard - ewido networks - C:\Program Files\ewido anti-malware\ewidoguard.exe
    O23 - Service: NOD32 Kernel Service (NOD32krn) - Eset - C:\Program Files\Eset\nod32krn.exe




     
  6. Baabiouz

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    Hi!

    Your log is okay, but you didn't install firewall..
    Please, install firewall.. It's one of most important thing for clean computer..
     
  7. Angel1987

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    Thank you very much Baabiouz you are very helpful, thank you thank you thank you.

    I feel my computer is a lot better than before. you are great;-)
     
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    Glad to see that your computer works great! :)

    Now that you are clean, please follow these simple steps in order to keep your computer clean and secure:

    * Disable and Enable System Restore. - If you are using Windows ME or XP then you should disable and re-enable system restore to make sure there are no infected files found in a restore point.

    You can find instructions on how to enable and reenable system restore here:

    Managing Windows Millenium System Restore

    or

    Windows XP System Restore Guide

    Reenable system restore with instructions from tutorial above

    * Make your Internet Explorer more secure - This can be done by following these simple instructions:
    * From within Internet Explorer click on the Tools menu and then click on Options.
    * Click once on the Security tab
    * Click once on the Internet icon so it becomes highlighted.
    * Click once on the Custom Level button.
    * Change the Download signed ActiveX controls to Prompt

    * Change the Download unsigned ActiveX controls to Disable

    * Change the Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe to Disable

    * Change the Installation of desktop items to Prompt

    * Change the Launching programs and files in an IFRAME to Prompt

    * Change the Navigate sub-frames across different domains to Prompt

    * When all these settings have been made, click on the OK button.

    * If it prompts you as to whether or not you want to save the settings, press the Yes button.
    * Next press the Apply button and then the OK to exit the Internet Properties page.
    * Use an AntiVirus Software - It is very important that your computer has an anti-virus software running on your machine. This alone can save you a lot of trouble with malware in the future.

    See this link for a listing of some online & their stand-alone antivirus programs:

    Virus, Spyware, and Malware Protection and Removal Resources


    * Update your AntiVirus Software - It is imperitive that you update your Antivirus software at least once a week (Even more if you wish). If you do not update your antivirus software then it will not be able to catch any of the new variants that may come out.


    * Use a Firewall - I can not stress how important it is that you use a Firewall on your computer. Without a firewall your computer is succeptible to being hacked and taken over. I am very serious about this and see it happen almost every day with my clients. Simply using a Firewall in its default configuration can lower your risk greatly.

    For a tutorial on Firewalls and a listing of some available ones see the link below:

    Understanding and Using Firewalls


    * Visit Microsoft's Windows Update Site Frequently - It is important that you visit http://www.windowsupdate.com regularly. This will ensure your computer has always the latest security updates available installed on your computer. If there are new updates to install, install them immediately, reboot your computer, and revisit the site until there are no more critical updates.


    * Install Ad-Aware - Install and download Ad-Aware. ou should also scan your computer with program on a regular basis just as you would an antivirus software in conjunction with Spybot.

    A tutorial on installing & using this product can be found here:

    Using Ad-aware to remove Spyware, Malware, & Hijackers from Your Computer


    * Install Spybot - Search and Destroy - Install and download Spybot - Search and Destroy with its TeaTimer option.

    This will provide real-time spyware & hijacker protection on your computer alongside your virus protection. You should also scan your computer with program on a regular basis just as you would an anti virus software. A tutorial on installing & using this product can be found here:

    Instructions for - Spybot S & D and Ad-aware


    * Install SpywareBlaster - SpywareBlaster will added a large list of programs and sites into your Internet Explorer settings that will protect you from running and downloading known malicious programs.

    A tutorial on installing & using this product can be found here:

    Using SpywareBlaster to protect your computer from Spyware and Malware


    * Update all these programs regularly - Make sure you update all the programs I have listed regularly. Without regular updates you WILL NOT be protected when new malicious programs are released.
    Follow this list and your potential for being infected again will reduce dramatically.

    Here are some additional utilities that will enhance your safety

    * IE/Spyad <= IE/Spyad places over 4000 websites and domains in the IE Restricted list which will severely impair attempts to infect your system. It basically prevents any downloads (Cookies etc) from the sites listed, although you will still be able to connect to the sites.
    * MVPS Hosts file <= The MVPS Hosts file replaces your current HOSTS file with one containing well know ad sites etc. Basically, this prevents your coputer from connecting to those sites by redirecting them to 127.0.0.1 which is your local computer
    * Google Toolbar <= Get the free google toolbar to help stop pop up windows.
    * Winpatrol <= Download and install the free version of Winpatrol. a tutorial for this product is located here:
    Using Winpatrol to protect your computer from malicious software

    Stand Up and Be Counted ---> Malware Complaints <--- where you can make difference!

    The site offers people who have been (or are) victims of malware the opportunity to document their story and, in that way, launch a complaint against the malware and the makers of the malware.

    Also, please read this great article by Tony Klein So How Did I Get Infected In First Place

    Glad I was able to help. Happy surfing and stay clean!
     
    Last edited: Jul 5, 2007
  9. Angel1987

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    Thank you again Baabiouz for all your help.
     
  10. Baabiouz

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    Your welcome :)
     

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