So hows it looking on your end now?
E-Mail Virus
- Thread starter dfryer
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ok good. You can delete the Rootrepeal and Gmer icon from your desktop.
You can remove combofix like this:
start>run and type in combofix /u
click ok or enter
Note: There is a space after the x and before the /
Note that Malwarebytes must be updated manually and a scan started manually.
The paid version offers auto updating and a real time protection component.
You can post a DDS log for your wife's machine if you need to. I would start a new topic/thread, this one is getting long.
Some tips to help your remain malware free:
10 Tips for Reducing/Preventing Your Risk To Malware:
In no special order
1) It is essential to keep your OS,(Windows) browser (IE, FireFox) and other software up to date to "patch" vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Visit Windows Update frequently or use the auto-update feature. Staying updated is also necessary for web based applications like Java, Adobe Flash/Reader, QuickTime etc. Check there version status here.
2) Know what you are installing to your computer. Alot of software can come bundled with unwanted add-ons, like adware, toolbars and malware. More and more legitimate software is installing useless toolbars if not unchecked first. Do not install any files from ads, popups or random links. Do not fall for fake warnings about virus and trojans being found on your computer and you are then prompted to install software to remedy this. See also the signs that you may have malware on your computer.
3) Install and keep updated: one antivirus and two or three anti-malware applications. If not updated they will soon be worthless. If either of these frequently find malware then its time to *review your computer habits*. There is no reason why your computer can not stay malware free.
4) Refrain from clicking on links or attachments via E-Mail, IM, IRC, Chat Rooms, Blogs or Social Networking Sites, no matter how tempting or legitimate the message may seem. See also E-mail phishing Tricks.
5) Do not click on ads/pop ups or offers from websites requesting that you need to install software to your computer--*for any reason*. Use the Alt+F4 keys to close the window.
6) Don't click on offers to "scan" your computer. Install ActiveX Objects with care. Do you trust the website to install components?
7) Set up and use limited (non-privileged) accounts for everyday use, rather than administrator accounts. Limited accounts can help prevent *malware from installing and lessen its potential impact.* This is exactly what user account control (UAC) in Windows Vista and W7 attempts to address.
8) Install and understand the *limitations* of a software firewall.
9) A tool for automatically hardening and securing Internet Explorer 8.0. Requires site registration for downloading. Changes some of the default settings of IE 8.0, Read the FAQ's. Or see a slide show Here and do it yourself.
10) Warez, cracks etc are very popular for carrying all kinds of malware payloads. If you look for these you will encounter malware. If you download/install files via p2p networks, then you are also much more likely to encounter malicious code in a downloaded file. Do you really trust the source of the file? Do you really need another malware source?
A longer version in link below.
Happy Safe Surfing.
You can remove combofix like this:
start>run and type in combofix /u
click ok or enter
Note: There is a space after the x and before the /
Note that Malwarebytes must be updated manually and a scan started manually.
The paid version offers auto updating and a real time protection component.
You can post a DDS log for your wife's machine if you need to. I would start a new topic/thread, this one is getting long.
Some tips to help your remain malware free:
10 Tips for Reducing/Preventing Your Risk To Malware:
In no special order
1) It is essential to keep your OS,(Windows) browser (IE, FireFox) and other software up to date to "patch" vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Visit Windows Update frequently or use the auto-update feature. Staying updated is also necessary for web based applications like Java, Adobe Flash/Reader, QuickTime etc. Check there version status here.
2) Know what you are installing to your computer. Alot of software can come bundled with unwanted add-ons, like adware, toolbars and malware. More and more legitimate software is installing useless toolbars if not unchecked first. Do not install any files from ads, popups or random links. Do not fall for fake warnings about virus and trojans being found on your computer and you are then prompted to install software to remedy this. See also the signs that you may have malware on your computer.
3) Install and keep updated: one antivirus and two or three anti-malware applications. If not updated they will soon be worthless. If either of these frequently find malware then its time to *review your computer habits*. There is no reason why your computer can not stay malware free.
4) Refrain from clicking on links or attachments via E-Mail, IM, IRC, Chat Rooms, Blogs or Social Networking Sites, no matter how tempting or legitimate the message may seem. See also E-mail phishing Tricks.
5) Do not click on ads/pop ups or offers from websites requesting that you need to install software to your computer--*for any reason*. Use the Alt+F4 keys to close the window.
6) Don't click on offers to "scan" your computer. Install ActiveX Objects with care. Do you trust the website to install components?
7) Set up and use limited (non-privileged) accounts for everyday use, rather than administrator accounts. Limited accounts can help prevent *malware from installing and lessen its potential impact.* This is exactly what user account control (UAC) in Windows Vista and W7 attempts to address.
8) Install and understand the *limitations* of a software firewall.
9) A tool for automatically hardening and securing Internet Explorer 8.0. Requires site registration for downloading. Changes some of the default settings of IE 8.0, Read the FAQ's. Or see a slide show Here and do it yourself.
10) Warez, cracks etc are very popular for carrying all kinds of malware payloads. If you look for these you will encounter malware. If you download/install files via p2p networks, then you are also much more likely to encounter malicious code in a downloaded file. Do you really trust the source of the file? Do you really need another malware source?
A longer version in link below.
Happy Safe Surfing.