This System is Possessed

Ie7

Hi,
I downloaded IE& from Microsoft.com. But, IE& is not on the Add/Remove program list. Is there another way to remove it?
Thanks.
 
No Luck

Hi,
Made hidden files and hidden folders visible.
When I try to run
%windir%\ie7\spuninst\spuninst.exe
I get the error message
c:\windows\ie7\spuninst\spuninst.exe
Windows cannot find 'c:\windows\ie7\spuninst\spuninst.exe,'. Make sure you typed the name
correctly, and then try again. To search for a file, click the start button, and then click
search.
A search for spuninst.exe returns many instances of spuninst.exe, more than 100.
Most in directories like:
c:\windows\$uninstallKB892763$
c:\windows\$hf_mig$\KB873339 (many insatnces of this directory,just numbers change)
No results with c:\windows\ie7\spuninst\
Thanks
 
Hi

Go in to Add/Remove programs. It doesn't show up in the regular programs list.

Now, if you have Win XP, on the left there's a button that says "Add/Remove Windows Components."

Does it show up now?
 
Yes

Hi,
Yes. But, it shows the size as 0.0MB. The description is
Adds or removes access to Internet Explorer from the Start Menu
and Desktop.
Do you want me to uncheck it?
Thanks
 
Success

Hi Shaba,
That did it.
All the check Boxes are back.
I'll have fun playing with it.
What about things like;
Spybot
AdAware
Spyware Blaster
SpywareGuard
Will I still be able to use them?
Thanks for hanging inthere Shaba. Greatly appreciated.
 
Hi

Great news :bigthumb:

"What about things like;
Spybot
AdAware
Spyware Blaster
SpywareGuard
Will I still be able to use them?"

Yes.

Any other issues left?
 
Things are looking good!

Hi Shaba,
Everything seems to be running OK!::bigthumb:
A couple of Questions.
1. Early in the thread, you posted
"All files below are infected to load a specific infection. The infection has been removed
and that's why they are harmless but still infected. So you have to choose to either leave
them as they are or to uninstall and reinstall the programs to which they belong to":
C:\Program Files\Java\j2re1.4.2_03\bin\jusched.exe
C:\Program Files\ATI Technologies\ATI Control Panel\atiptaxx.exe
C:\Program Files\Creative\SBAudigy\Surround Mixer\CTSysVol.exe
C:\WINDOWS\UpdReg.EXE
C:\Program Files\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe
C:\Program Files\QuickTime\qttask.exe
C:\WINDOWS\system32\dla\tfswctrl.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\InstallShield\UpdateService\isuspm.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\InstallShield\UpdateService\issch.exe
C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Internet Security 12\pccguide.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\HP Software Update\HPWuSchd2.exe
C:\Program Files\Corel\Corel Photo Album 6\MediaDetect.exe
C:\Program Files\Creative\MediaSource\Detector\CTDetect.exe
C:\Program Files\AT&T Global Network Client\NetSP.exe
C:\Program Files\Google\GoogleToolbarNotifier\GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe
C:\Program Files\DellSupport\DSAgnt.exe
C:\Program Files\Dell Support Center\bin\sprtcmd.exe

However, don't do it now anyway.
For things like this:
C:\Program Files\ATI Technologies\ATI Control Panel\atiptaxx.exe
I can replace the apps, not a problem.
But, for things like this:
C:\WINDOWS\system32\dla\tfswctrl.exe
Is it associated with an app. or should I just delete the File?
2. are you able to determine the malware that took over this system, or was it just bombed?
Thank you.
 
Hi

1. There is no 100% need to replace them like I said. They are patched but harmless.

For that file, see here

2. Main thing was fake beep.sys (prevented HjT + combo run unless renamed) which came with vundo + friends "package"

Any other worries? :)
 
No more Worries

Hi,
The only thing that remains is,
To thank for all your assistance and to say it will be my pleasure to make a donation!
Any suggestions from you would be appreciated.
Thanks again!
 
Hi

Just see my suggestions from below :)

Now that you are clean, please follow these simple steps in order to keep your computer clean and secure:

Your Java is out of date. Older versions have vulnerabilities that malware can use to infect your system. A malicious site could render Java content under older, vulnerable versions of Sun's software if the user has not removed them. Please follow these steps to remove older version Java components and update:
  • Download the latest version of Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 Update 6 and save it to your desktop.
  • Scroll down to where it saysThe Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) allows end-users to run Java applications..
  • Click the Download button to the right.
  • Select Windows on platform combobox and check the box that says:
    Accept License Agreement. Click continue.
  • The page will refresh.
  • Click on the link to download Windows Offline Installation with or without Multi-language and save to your desktop.
  • Close any programs you may have running - especially your web browser.
  • Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel, double-click on Add/Remove Programs and remove all older versions of Java.
  • Check (highlight) any item with Java Runtime Environment (JRE or J2SE) in the name.
  • Click the Remove or Change/Remove button.
  • Repeat as many times as necessary to remove each Java versions.
  • Reboot your computer once all Java components are removed.
  • Then from your desktop double-click on jre-6u6-windows-i586-p.exe to install the newest version.

Now lets uninstall ComboFix:

  • Click START then RUN
  • Now type Combofix /u in the runbox and click OK

Next we remove all used tools.

Please download OTCleanIt and save it to desktop.
  • Double-click OTCleanIt.exe.
  • Click the CleanUp! button.
  • Select Yes when the "Begin cleanup Process?" prompt appears.
  • If you are prompted to Reboot during the cleanup, select Yes.
  • The tool will delete itself once it finishes, if not delete it by yourself.

Note: If you receive a warning from your firewall or other security programs regarding OTCleanIt attempting to contact the internet, please allow it to do so.

  • Disable and Enable System Restore. - If you are using Windows XP or Vista then you should disable and re-enable system restore to make sure there are no infected files found in a restore point.

    You can find instructions on how to enable and re-enable system restore here:

    Windows XP System Restore Guide

Re-enable system restore with instructions from tutorial above

  • Make your Internet Explorer more secure - This can be done by following these simple instructions:
  • From within Internet Explorer click on the Tools menu and then click on Options.
  • Click once on the Security tab
  • Click once on the Internet icon so it becomes highlighted.
  • Click once on the Custom Level button.
  • Change the Download signed ActiveX controls to Prompt
  • Change the Download unsigned ActiveX controls to Disable
  • Change the Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe to Disable
  • Change the Installation of desktop items to Prompt
  • Change the Launching programs and files in an IFRAME to Prompt
  • Change the Navigate sub-frames across different domains to Prompt
  • When all these settings have been made, click on the OK button.
  • If it prompts you as to whether or not you want to save the settings, press the Yes button.
  • Next press the Apply button and then the OK to exit the Internet Properties page.

  • Update your AntiVirus Software - It is imperitive that you update your Antivirus software at least once a week (Even more if you wish). If you do not update your antivirus software then it will not be able to catch any of the new variants that may come out.

  • Visit Microsoft's Windows Update Site Frequently - It is important that you visit http://www.windowsupdate.com regularly. This will ensure your computer has always the latest security updates available installed on your computer. If there are new updates to install, install them immediately, reboot your computer, and revisit the site until there are no more critical updates.
  • Install Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware is a new and powerful anti-malware tool. It is
    totally free but for real-time protection you will have to pay a small one-time fee. Tutorial on installing & using this product can be found below:

    Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware Setup Guide

    Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware Scanning Guide
  • Install SpywareBlaster - SpywareBlaster will added a large list of programs and sites into your Internet Explorer settings that will protect you from running and downloading known malicious programs.

    A tutorial on installing & using this product can be found here:

    Using SpywareBlaster to protect your computer from Spyware and Malware

  • Update all these programs regularly - Make sure you update all the programs I have listed regularly. Without regular updates you WILL NOT be protected when new malicious programs are released.
Follow this list and your potential for being infected again will reduce dramatically.

Here are some additional utilities that will enhance your safety

  • MVPS Hosts file <= The MVPS Hosts file replaces your current HOSTS file with one containing well know ad sites etc. Basically, this prevents your computer from connecting to those sites by redirecting them to 127.0.0.1 which is your local computer
  • Comodo BOCLEAN <= Stop identity thieves from getting personal information. Instantly detects well over 1,000,000 unique, variant and repack malware in total. And it's free.
  • Winpatrol <= Download and install the free version of Winpatrol. a tutorial for this product is located here:
    Using Winpatrol to protect your computer from malicious software

Stand Up and Be Counted ---> Malware Complaints <--- where you can make difference!

The site offers people who have been (or are) victims of malware the opportunity to document their story and, in that way, launch a complaint against the malware and the makers of the malware.

Also, please read this great article by Tony Klein So How Did I Get Infected In First Place

Happy surfing and stay clean! :bigthumb:
 
Thanks for the suggestions

Hi Shaba,
Thanks for the suggestions. Rest assured that i will follow all your suggestions, as I have on my primary system.
It has been a pleasure working with you (following your instructions):D:
Thanks
 
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