Trojans detected and "followed steps". What's next?

[taper]

I found this forum and followed the steps found here
http://www.computerhope.com/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=daa3c1bc9bcd55812a7f1cee63da730f&/topic,46313.0.html

I'm not sure what other information might be needed to help in the diagnostics.

Thanks for the help!!





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[CBMatt]

Start HijackThis and run another scan.  Place a checkmark next to this item:
O20 - Winlogon Notify: sbicjeck - sbicjeck.dll (file missing)

Close all other windows and click on Fix Checked.  That should now be gone.

Also, you need a firewall.  You're vulnerable without a firewall, so you should look into getting either ZoneAlarm, Kerio Personal Firewall, or Comodo.  They're all good free firewalls.  Just be sure you only have one installed at a time!  Download the firewall of your choice, disconnect from the internet, disable Windows Firewall, and install your new firewall.


Other than that, I don't see anything wrong.

[taper]

Thanks CBMAtt! I will follow your steps.

So you mean to say that windows xp firewall is not good enough? I should get one of the ones you recommended?

Thanks!!

[CBMatt]

Yes, that's exactly what I'm saying.  The standard Windows firewall offers a bare minimum of protection and you will be much more protected with one of those other programs.  It will take some time setting up a new firewall because it needs to get familiar with your computer and activity, but you'll be glad you did it.

[taper]

Many Thanks! I'll do that.