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cobrakahn
2009-11-22, 08:01
Hi guys,
I have a virus (win32.antivirusPRO.A I think), so I downloded SpybotSD162 on my other desktop. I loaded it on a thumbdrive and copied it to the desktop. When I tried to run the downloaded file, the virus intercepted the attempt and popped up a windows saying I have a virus (the usual popup with this virus). Here is the actual popup warning:
Security warning: Application cannot be executed. The file spybotsd162.exe is infected. Do you want to activate your antivirus software now?
How do I outsmart the virus in order to run spybot? Do I rename the spybot download and try to re-install?
Thank you,
Lawrence

tashi
2009-11-22, 08:35
Hello cobrakahn,

Spybot doesn't run - What you should do (http://forums.spybot.info/showthread.php?t=50194)

If the issue is not resolved please start a topic in the Malware Removal Forum (http://forums.spybot.info/forumdisplay.php?f=22) after reading "BEFORE you POST"(READ this Procedure BEFORE Requesting Assistance) (http://forums.spybot.info/showthread.php?t=288)

If HJT won't run please start a new topic anyway, make note of the situation and and a volunteer analyst will advise you when available.

Best regards.