Max Spyware defender

[Juliet]

Seems to be some other threats to be removed.

Not bad. What you see is mostly adware that came bundled with items you downloaded and a couple of files in quarantine.

Open notepad. Please copy the contents of the quote box below. To do this highlight the contents of the box and right click on it and select copy.
Paste this into the open notepad. save it to the Desktop as fixlist.txt
NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST/FRST64 and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.
It needs to be saved Next to the "Farbar Recovery Scan Tool" (FRST) program (If asked to overwrite existing one please allow)

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C:\Users\Administrator\Desktop\ccsetup407.exe
C:\Users\John\AppData\LocalLow\Sun\Java\Deployment\cache\6.0\27\e446e9b-7b7048ea
C:\Users\John\Desktop\DesktopFolders\Desktop Folders & Shortcuts\SetupImgBurn_2.5.7.0.exe
Reboot:
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Run FRST/FRST64 and press the Fix button just once and wait.
If for some reason the tool needs a restart, please make sure you let the system restart normally. After that let the tool complete its run.
When finished FRST will generate a log on the Desktop (Fixlog.txt). Please post it to your reply.

Let me see this log when it's done.


Please run this security check for my review.

Download Security Check by screen317 from here.

• Save it to your Desktop.
• Double click SecurityCheck.exe and follow the onscreen instructions inside of the black box.
• A Notepad document should open automatically called checkup.txt; please post the contents of that document.

[TechnoDino]

Juliet: Even I can read the Fixlog. Frst moved the stuff into quarantine. As you knew it would. You are GOOD!! Ran Security Check. Some out of date stuff (a constant battle to stay up to date) and some other useful stuf - like defrag the disk. Should I turn TeaTimer back on? As I remember things, it really slowed down my system. I'll put some new smilies in so you won't get bored. I know Christmas has come and gone; it is a ice smilie.

Fixlog

Fix result of Farbar Recovery Tool (FRST written by Farbar) (x86) Version: 03-03-2014
Ran by John at 2014-03-06 11:40:00 Run:5
Running from C:\Users\John\Desktop
Boot Mode: Normal
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Content of fixlist:
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C:\Users\Administrator\Desktop\ccsetup407.exe
C:\Users\John\AppData\LocalLow\Sun\Java\Deployment\cache\6.0\27\e446e9b-7b7048ea
C:\Users\John\Desktop\DesktopFolders\Desktop Folders & Shortcuts\SetupImgBurn_2.5.7.0.exe
Reboot:
end
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C:\Users\Administrator\Desktop\ccsetup407.exe => Moved successfully.
C:\Users\John\AppData\LocalLow\Sun\Java\Deployment\cache\6.0\27\e446e9b-7b7048ea => Moved successfully.
C:\Users\John\Desktop\DesktopFolders\Desktop Folders & Shortcuts\SetupImgBurn_2.5.7.0.exe => Moved successfully.

The system needed a reboot.
==== End of Fixlog ====


Security Check

Results of screen317's Security Check version 0.99.80
Windows Vista Service Pack 2 x86 (UAC is enabled)
Internet Explorer 9
Internet Explorer 8
``````````````Antivirus/Firewall Check:``````````````
Windows Firewall Enabled!
Microsoft Security Essentials
Antivirus up to date!
`````````Anti-malware/Other Utilities Check:`````````
Max Spyware Detector
SpywareBlaster 5.0
Spybot - Search & Destroy
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware version 1.75.0.1300
CCleaner
Java 7 Update 45
Java version out of Date!
Adobe Flash Player 11.9.900.117 Flash Player out of Date!
Adobe Reader 10.1.9 Adobe Reader out of Date!
````````Process Check: objlist.exe by Laurent````````
Microsoft Security Essentials MSMpEng.exe
Microsoft Security Essentials msseces.exe
Spybot Teatimer.exe is disabled!
`````````````````System Health check`````````````````
Total Fragmentation on Drive C: 14 % Defragment your hard drive soon! (Do NOT defrag if SSD!)
````````````````````End of Log``````````````````````

[Juliet]

Should I turn TeaTimer back on? As I remember things, it really slowed down my system.

Thats up to you, depends on if you want to deal with it or not.



http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
The above is for the latest version o Adobe flash, be sure to unclick McAfee security scan.
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http://get.adobe.com/reader/
Adobe Reader, be sure to unclick McAfee security scan.

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Install Java:

Please go here to install Java

• click on the Free Java Download Button
• click on Agree and start Free download
• click on Run
• click on run again
• click on install
• when install is complete click on close

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Let's remove quarantine folders and tools used then I'll send you on your way.


Open notepad. Please copy the contents of the quote box below. To do this highlight the contents of the box and right click on it and select copy.
Paste this into the open notepad. save it to the Desktop as fixlist.txt
NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST/FRST64 and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.

Run FRST/FRST64 and press the Fix button just once and wait.
no needed to post the log this time.

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DeleteQuarantine:
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1. Download Delfix from here
2. Ensure Remove disinfection tools is ticked
   Also tick:
   
   • Create registry backup
   • Purge system restore
   
   
   
3. Click Run

Ant tools or files found left over can simply be deleted.

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Your good to go, good job!

Please take the time to read over a few of my preventive tips.

Computer Security
http://malwareremoval.com/forum/view...557960#p557960
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Be prepared for CryptoLocker:

Cryptolocker Ransomware: What You Need To Know

CryptoLocker Ransomware Information Guide and FAQ

to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:

CryptoPrevent install this programme to lock down and prevent crypto ransome ware



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Please navigate to Microsoft Windows Updates and download all the "Critical Updates" for Windows.


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*NoScript - Addon for Firefox that stops all scripts from running on websites. Stops malicious software from invading via flash, java, javascript, and many other entry points.

AdblockPlus

• AdblockPlus, Surf the web without annoying ads!
• Blocks banners, pop-ups and video ads - even on Facebook and YouTube
• Protects your online privacy
• Two-click installation, It's free!
• click the icon that corresponds to your browser and download.

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WOT Web of Trust, warns you about risky websites that try to scam visitors, deliver malware or send spam. Protect your computer against online threats by using WOT as your front-line layer of protection when browsing or searching in unfamiliar territory. WOT's color-coded icons show you ratings for 21 million websites - green to go, yellow for caution and red to stop, helping you avoid the dangerous sites. WOT has an addon available for both Firefox and IE.

• Green should be good to go
• Yellow for caution
• Red to stop

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How to prevent Malware: Created by Miekiemoes


WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article (http://www.forbes.com/sites/eliseack...-disable-java/
and this article (http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/te...late-1B7938755

I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software.
In that instance I would recommend that you disable Java in your browsers until you need it for that software and then enable it. (See How to diasble Java in your web browser (http://www.geekstogo.com/2600/how-to...r-web-browser/) and How to unplug Java from the browser (http://krebsonsecurity.com/how-to-un...m-the-browser/))


Avoid P2P

P2P may be a great way to get lots of stuffs, but it is a great way to get infected as well. There's no way to tell if the file being shared is infected. Worse still, some worms spread via P2P networks, infecting you as well.

Please read these short reports on the dangers of peer-2-peer programs and file sharing.

• FBI Cyber Education Letter
  USAToday
  infoworld

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Please read the following safe computing articles..

Secure My Computer: A Layered Approach


Free Antivirus-AntiSpyware-Firewall Software

Keep a backup of your important files - Now, more than ever, it's especially important to protect your digital files and memories. This article is full of good information on alternatives for home backup solutions.

[TechnoDino]

Juliet: Sorry. Delfix will not download or run??

Start>Control Panel>Programs and Features and there is still an entry for Spyware max. Should I worry about this?

John

[Juliet]

Your computer security is probably interfering. Drop into safe mode with networking and attemp it again.
If it still wont work we can manually remove those tools.

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Let's see if we can get rid of that last entry. It's been rendered useless and ineffective.

• Please download and install Revo Uninstaller Free
• Double click Revo Uninstaller to run it.
• From the list of programs double click on Max Spyware Defender
• When prompted if you want to uninstall click Yes.
• Be sure the Moderate option is selected then click Next.
• The program will run, If prompted again click Yes
• when the built-in uninstaller is finished click on Next.
• Once the program has searched for leftovers click Next.
• Check/tick the bolded items only on the list then click Delete
• when prompted click on Yes and then on next.
• put a check on any folders that are found and select delete
• when prompted select yes then on next
• Once done click Finish.

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[TechnoDino]

Juliet: All programs removed. No entry in Control Panel >Programs and Features.

Thanks for sticking with me through this massive effort to remove Spyware.

I'll probably remove Java since I do not think I need it for anything.

Thanks for all the other links.

John

[Juliet]

Glad we could help.

[Juliet]

Glad we could help.

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