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[eve.online]

Ok, attached is the final reports from DDS. Everything seems OK.

Thanks for all your help.

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Hello, eve.online. Thank you for the DDS log. It is clean , and you are reporting that all is well with your computer. Let's wrap up with some final housekeeping.

Please work through the following steps to ensure that unnecessary programs and files have been removed and your system is up-to-date.

Uninstall Combofix.

• Press the Win Key + R to open up the Run dialog box.
• In the Open field type combofix /uninstall. Please note that there is a space between combofix and /uninstall.
• Click OK. The Open File security warning will appear asking if you are sure you want to run ComboFix. Please click the Run button to start the program. This will uninstall Combofix and anything associated with it.
• When ComboFix has finished uninstalling, delete the ComboFix.exe program from your computer.

Tool Removal

You no longer need the following tools. Please delete these tools and any logs from your machine: DDS, RogueKiller, Security Check, JRT, AdwCleaner, MBAM, ESET, and TFC. You can keep Malwarebytes for future use if you choose.

To uninstall ESET Online Scanner, please do the following:

• Click Start and select Control Panel.
• Click the Uninstall a Program option found under the Programs category.
• Select the ESET Online Scanner.
• Click Remove.
• A restart may be required to complete uninstallation.

Anti-Virus Protection

I do not see an anti-virus program listed in your logs. You are currently running Windows Defender. This is an anti-spyware program, not an anti-virus program, and will not protect your computer against malicious infections. Check to ensure you have an anti-virus program installed and enabled, or you can download Microsoft Security Essentials or any one good free anti-virus program from HERE.

Update Java (Version 7 Update 17)

To improve your software's performance and stability, please remove any older versions of Java and update to the latest version.

• Click Start > Control Panel.
• Click on the Java icon (coffee cup symbol) > Update > Update Now .
• Follow the prompts to install the latest version of Java.

To remove older versions:

• Click Start and select Control Panel.
• When the Control Panel window opens, click on Uninstall a program found under the Programs category.
• If you are using the Classic View of the Control Panel, then you would double-click on the Programs and Features icon instead.
• Look through the list of programs for any old versions of Java, and then left-click on it once to highlight it.
• Click on the Uninstall button.
• When finished, close the Programs and Features screen.

Windows 7 Service Pack Update

Security Check indicates that you have an outdated Service Pack. To update to the latest Service Pack for your version of Windows, please visit Microsoft HERE.

Internet Explorer 10

Download the latest version of Internet Explorer HERE.

Turn On Automatic Updates

You can stay up to date with the latest critical and security updates by using Automatic Updates. To turn on Automatic Updates:

• Click Start > click Control Panel > Click Windows Update.
• In the left pane, click Change Settings.
• Under Important Updates, click the down arrow and select Install updates automatically (recommended).
• Under Recommended Updates, check Give me updates the same way I receive Important Updates.
• Under Who can install updates, check Allow all users to install updates on this computer.
• Click OK to apply the changes.
  
  Note: If Windows prompts you to confirm these changes, allow it.

• Close the window.

Adobe Updates

Adobe Reader 11 (Version 11.0.02)

To improve the funtionaility and security of your software, please update Adobe Reader HERE. Updates safeguard your system against malicious attacks through PDF files.

Update Adobe Flash 11 (Version 11.7.700.169)

Please update Adobe Flash HERE. Updating your Flash player ensures that it is working properly and guards against security vulnerabilities.

Recommended Reading

To maintain a clean and healthy system, please take the time to read through the following informative articles:
The Dangers of P2P File Sharing HERE
How to Prevent Malware by Miekiemoes HERE
So How Did I Get Infected In the First Place? By Tony Klein HERE
Simple and easy ways to keep your computer safe and secure on the Internet by Lawrence Abrams HERE
Help! My computer is Slow – How to improve system performance after malware removal by Miekiemoes HERE
Create Strong Passwords by Microsoft HERE
PC Safety and Security – What do I need to do? by Glaswegian HERE


Wishing you a very safe browsing experience.
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