Imbedded virus problems

[firebowl58]

Here is the log for Eset.

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[evilfantasy]

Set a New Restore Point to prevent possible reinfection from an old one
Setting a new restore point AFTER cleaning your system will enable your computer to roll-back to a clean working state if needed.

• Go to Start > Programs > Accessories > System Tools and click System Restore
  
• Choose the radio button marked Create a Restore Point on the first screen then click Next Give the Restore Point a name then click Create.
  
• The new restore point will be stamped with the current date and time. Keep a log of this so you can find it easily should you need to use System Restore.
• Next go to Start > Run and type Cleanmgr
  
• Click OK
  
• Click the More Options Tab.
  
• Click Clean Up in the System Restore section to remove all previous restore points except the newly created clean one.

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

Windows XP System Restore Guide or Windows Vista System Restore Guide
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Use the Secunia Software Inspector to check for out of date software.

• Click Start Now
  
• Check the box next to Enable thorough system inspection.
  
• Click Start
  
• Allow the scan to finish and scroll down to see if any updates are needed.
• Update anything listed.

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Important: You Need to Update Windows and Internet Explorer regularly to protect your computer from the malware and other security threats that are on the Internet. Go to Microsoft Windows Update and get all critical updates.

If you are running any Microsoft Office version go to the Office Update site and make sure you have at least all the critical updates installed (Free) Microsoft Office Update.

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Please keep these programs up-to-date and run them whenever you suspect a problem. A number of programs have resident protection and it is a good idea to run the resident protection of one of each type of program to maintain protection. However, it is important to run only one resident program of each type since they can conflict and become less effective. That means only one antivirus, firewall and scanning anti-spyware program at a time. Passive protectors, like SpywareBlaster can be run with any of them.

Here are some great FREE tools to help you keep from getting infected again. These tools use little or no resources so won't slow down your PC.

Concerned about Browser Security? Consider using Mozilla Firefox 3.0 with Adblock Plus and NoScript

To prevent unknown applications from being installed on your computer install WinPatrol 2008
* Using Winpatrol to protect your computer from malicious software

I suggest using SiteAdvisor. SiteAdvisor rates sites on business practices and spam. Safety ratings from McAfee SiteAdvisor are based on automated safety tests of Web sites.

SpywareBlaster - Secure your Internet Explorer to make it harder for ActiveX programs to run on your computer. Also stop certain cookies from being added to your computer when running Mozilla based browsers like Firefox.
* Using SpywareBlaster to protect your computer from Spyware and Malware
* If you don't know what ActiveX controls are, see here

Check out Keeping Yourself Safe On The Web for tips and free tools to help keep you safe in the future.

Also see Slow Computer? It May Not Be Malware for free cleaning/maintenance tools to help keep your computer running smooth.

How is everything now?

[firebowl58]

I created a new restore point and cleaned out the old ones. I attempted to use Secunia and got this error message:

CiceroUIWndFrame: iexplore.exe - Application Error

  The instruction at "0x0303418e" referneced memory at "0x0332ec30". The memory could not be "read".

      Click on OK to terminate.

When I clicked on OK another error message came up with new numbers. If I clicked on OK again it went back to the original message and they just keep repeating themselves. I have to logout to get rid of them.

I probably will not use IE much anymore as a browser. I am using Flock, which is a newer version of Firefox. Will the programs you suggested to use with Firefox work with Flock?

One more question: Is the Microsoft Security program strong enough to use, if updated regularly, or is it better to disable that and use other security programs such as you suggested and/or the ones I already use. I currently have Security Shield 2008, Superantispyware, will reload Spybot and I also have PC Registry Cleaner. I understand to use only one primary of each at a time.

I will also look at the programs you suggested and download them. I really want to thank you for your time, help and suggestions. I know it must be a job to sit there and analyze and suggest remedies for all the people who are using this forum. Kudos to you. 

[evilfantasy]

Will the programs you suggested to use with Firefox work with Flock?

No. Most programs will work only with IE and FF.

Is the Microsoft Security program strong enough to use

What program?

I also have PC Registry Cleaner.

Where did you download this from?

I understand to use only one primary of each at a time.

One firewall, one antivirus and one real time antispyware. Spyware Blaster will work with all of them as it doesn't run in real time.

[firebowl58]

The Microsoft Security program I was referring to is Windows Security center found when you use Control Panel.

My registry cleaner is PC Tools Registry Mechanic.

Sorry for not being more precise.

[evilfantasy]

Leave the Windows Security center as it is.

PC Tools Registry Mechanic is fine to keep although the functions in CCleaner are much safer in my opinion. It's your choice.

[firebowl58]

Right now I have the Windows Security Center firewall off since I have Security Shield on. Same with the antivirus.

I will use CCleaner since I have it downloaded. I'll look at the other programs you suggested also.

Thanks again for all the help.

[firebowl58]

Just tried to get into my emails. G mail will not load at all and Yahoo mails are all blank.

[evilfantasy]

Run the F-Secure Online Scanner for Viruses, Spyware and RootKits.

Note: This Scanner is for Internet Explorer Only!

• Click on Online Services and then Online Scanner
  
• Accept the License Agreement.
• Once the ActiveX installs,Click Full System Scan
  
• Once the download completes,the scan will begin automatically.
• The scan will take some time to finish,so please be patient.
• When the scan completes, click the Automatic cleaning (recommended) button.
  
• Click the Show Report button and Copy&Paste the entire report in your next reply.