Fix my computer, get 100 points

[mminkovski]

format the disk, then install new windows

[Iced]

You run it in safe mode

The processes of the trojan have to be killed first, running it in safe mode doesn't change that.

[excel]

Internet rule #1: Don't run sex.exe

[HoulihansTX]

You are in the last stages B4 your computer completely fails.

Run your computer in safe mode as much as possible. Useless background processes stress your RAM, and hard drive to the point of exhaustion.

You can download to free stuff, or buy ESET AntiVirus. Its the real deal, and will cleanup any mess that is fixable.

[70kgman]

Well, it stopped all the pop ups and warnings but everything seems to be missing. My background turned red and the only 2 icons on my desktop are recycle bin and Internet Explorer. I would guess I had around 50 icons earlier today. I can't find programs like firefox, sbr poker, etc anywhere on my computer

Yep. That happens with that virus as well. You are going to need to download and run a free program called unhide after you get rid of the virus to bring back the icons and files and everything else the virus made invisible.

[Bob Loblaw]

after your done, run it in regular mode

It was in regular mode

System restore failed again

[Bob Loblaw]

Yep. That happens with that virus as well. You are going to need to download and run a free program called unhide after you get rid of the virus to bring back the icons and files and everything else the virus made invisible.

I will try to find this program

[in2thethickofit]

I feel for anyone that gets this crap...hard to deal with and youmwan to throw the damn thing out the window...sorry for your troubles.

[BettingGeek]

do I get 100 points

[Bob Loblaw]

do I get 100 points

you only half fixed it so you get 50

70kgman will get the other 50 if this program works right. So far so good. 35 icons have been added to my desktop but 0 for a while now. Still missing Itunes and Firefox which are the 2 I use the most.

[MCherry281]

go download and run some problem called combofix. every time I get myself infected I go to help forums and get told to run that. it always fixes everything the other free stuff won't fix.

[BettingGeek]

lol it should be 75/25 since my part was a major fix + I stay with you the whole time compare to 70kgman late in the party. Wish I could saw the missing icon post earlier ...

[Bob Loblaw]

lol it should be 75/25 since my part was a major fix + I stay with you the whole time compare to 70kgman late in the party. Wish I could saw the missing icon post earlier ...

You responded to it 6 minutes after I posted it

I'll give you 10 more

[BettingGeek]

once you confirm it's in regular mode, 70kgman already post the answer
But thanks for the points. You are the best
Good luck on the tourney tomorrow, pal
Rooting for ya ...
Open a contest last time to get some good karma, pal

[70kgman]

Just a heads up, if all you did was a scan with malwarebytes, you probably still have the virus. That is all I did at first at first, it found the virus and got rid of it, but within a few hours it was back. I would recommend doing the three steps I mentioned to give you the best chance of getting rid of it for good. Like I mentioned, I had that same virus just a couple weeks ago and it was frustrating as hell. Just wait for the random audio to start playing over your speakers, which will be coming soon if the virus isn't gone completely.

[Bob Loblaw]

Just a heads up, if all you did is what bettinggeek recommended with malwarebytes, you probably still have the virus. That is all I did at first at first, it found the virus and got rid of it, but within a few hours it was back. I would recommend doing the three steps I mentioned to give you the best chance of getting rid of it for good. Like I mentioned, I had that same virus just a couple weeks ago and it was frustrating as hell. Just wait for the random audio to start playing over your speakers, which will be coming soon if the virus isn't gone completely.

That's all I did. I'll check out your steps tomorrow. I need some sleep. Thanks for the help. I got a lot of icons and folders back. Still missing Itunes but I'm able to open it through other folders. I need to get firefox back, IE is terrible. Have some points.

[astrodomer]

I will be over first thing in the morning.........can you send half of the points up front though?

[aceking]

stop going to porn sites .

problem solved .

[Wulfman14]

damn bob i got this same thing a couple of weeks back. do what 70kg man said and it should be ok. it was a tough virus to get around though. i even thought like you did and almost made a thread on sbr asking for help. i sat on google for a couple of hours before i came across a solution . yup it completely hides your hard drive files and makes you believe that your disk has failed .

i wonder if some 15 year old dipshit on sbr is sending us these viruses...

[mikejamm]

Hey Bob, Sorry you're having trouble bro, here's a great free anti virus program. Download it and run it immediately. Make sure you re-start your computer after you run it.

http://www.avira.com/en/support-download-free-antivirus

Next, sounds like your system is loaded with nasty spyware and or malware. In addition to the Malwarebytes program, download and run Spybot Search and Destroy, also free and picks up a lot of stuff other anti virus/spyware programs miss.

http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html

Finally make sure you have a secure firewall to protect you from inbound as well as outbound internet traffic. The one that comes with windows sucks! Download this free one from Zone Alarm and keep bullshit viruses from installing on your system in the first place. After you install this firewall, make sure to go into windows security and turn microsoft windows firewall off, so the two don't conflict with each other.

http://www.zonealarm.com/security/en-us/zonealarm-pc-security-free-firewall.htm

Remember to restart your computer after each installation and after each scan. Give these a shot and let me know how it works out. I've got a few other ideas if you're still having trouble. Also, remember to keep Windows and any software you're using, like Adobe Reader, Flash or Media Players up to date, you'd be surprise how viruses sneak in through outdated and un-patched software. I've got another program that will scan and check your system for programs that could be at risk or outdated. Good luck man!

[Housemoney]

There are better sites than SBR to go to with computer issues. You need someone to look at things to make sure the virus/trojan is gone.

These guys will fix you up for free: http://www.geekstogo.com/forum/topic...leaning-guide/

[mrmarket]

Once a computer becomes infected it's difficult to fully remove the problem. It is possible but most of time just re-installing your operating system is the best course of action.

That being said people have differing levels of security needs. Gamblers are more vulnerable than the general public and should learn/get more protection.

These links have helped me:

http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/48/computer-technical-help/computer-security-poker-players-videos-659775/

Ideally you would want to do everything in the link but it's doubtful everyone will.

My suggestion would be to at least do a fresh install of whatever operating system
Download
1) ZoneAlarm
2) Malwarebytes
3) Avira
4) Firefox + noscript+adblockplus+ web of trust (optional)
5) Run as a limited user account 99% of the time invoking admin when you have to install something safe
6) Learn what constitutes a good password
7) Run router with encryption, mac addresses, disabled upnp, hide ssid

Update all your software, operating system and run AVIRA/MALWAREBYTES/Windows Defender (last optional) once a week (once every 2 weeks if you're really stretching it)

The most important security is user behavior however. Stop downloading shit off the internet, stop opening weird e-mail attachments, if you need porn go to flash video sites running noscript (spankwire,youporn etc.)

That being said there's nothing you can really do against a talented hacker but it's not an excuse to do nothing.

[cant call it]

delete the beastiality porn, restart.

[I/O]

Hey Bob, Sorry you're having trouble bro, here's a great free anti virus program. Download it and run it immediately. Make sure you re-start your computer after you run it.

http://www.avira.com/en/support-download-free-antivirus

Next, sounds like your system is loaded with nasty spyware and or malware. In addition to the Malwarebytes program, download and run Spybot Search and Destroy, also free and picks up a lot of stuff other anti virus/spyware programs miss.

http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html

Finally make sure you have a secure firewall to protect you from inbound as well as outbound internet traffic. The one that comes with windows sucks! Download this free one from Zone Alarm and keep bullshit viruses from installing on your system in the first place. After you install this firewall, make sure to go into windows security and turn microsoft windows firewall off, so the two don't conflict with each other.

http://www.zonealarm.com/security/en-us/zonealarm-pc-security-free-firewall.htm

Remember to restart your computer after each installation and after each scan. Give these a shot and let me know how it works out. I've got a few other ideas if you're still having trouble. Also, remember to keep Windows and any software you're using, like Adobe Reader, Flash or Media Players up to date, you'd be surprise how viruses sneak in through outdated and un-patched software. I've got another program that will scan and check your system for programs that could be at risk or outdated. Good luck man!

Mike

Want to install Zone Alarm on "her" computer. How often does it need to be updated? I like to keep all my updates manual for everything I do. I handle all the maintenance on all of our computers.

[darkghost]

go download and run some problem called combofix. every time I get myself infected I go to help forums and get told to run that. it always fixes everything the other free stuff won't fix.

I use combofix too and it works like a charm. They tell you not to use it unless you know what you're doing but it hasn't affected my computer in anyway so far.

[mikejamm]

Mike Want to install Zone Alarm on "her" computer. How often does it need to be updated? I like to keep all my updates manual for everything I do. I handle all the maintenance on all of our computers.

You can set it up for automatic updates. I have mine configured to run at start up. It's a great firewall, when you first install it, you will get a pop up windows asking to you allow or not allow programs to run, it will also ask you if you want to allow internet access for incoming and outgoing programs. There is an option to tell Zone Alarm to "remember this setting", once it learns your system of what you want to allow to run on your computer, the pop ups will stop, unless something nasty tries to access your system. Great utility to have in this age of malware, spyware, and all the other scary shit out there just waiting to invade your computer.

[mikejamm]

I use combofix too and it works like a charm. They tell you not to use it unless you know what you're doing but it hasn't affected my computer in anyway so far.

You're right DG, Combofix can be a great program, if you know how to use it correctly. You can however, seriously fuk up your registry if you make changes or delete something required for windows to run properly. I recommend backing up your registry before using combofix, so should something go wrong, you can revert back to the original settings.

[onlooker]

Where the hell are you guys going to pick this sh!t up on your computer? Please advise everyone here, so we can stay the hell away from it.

Do what Mr.Market said, to keep safe. In post #57.

Stay away from those unknown emails with .exe attachments. Everyone should have a active virus software that updates everyday. New dat files come out everyday, so keep them updated.

[Cap dat 4ss]

Most viruses I get come from SBR