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Re: Major Malware/Adware Prob
« Reply #30 on: May 03, 2007, 06:46:43 PM »
some slight things i noticed while fixing the comp were that neither Alexa, KSXW, nor Isasss were present but it's no big deal.

You mention Isasss...  The filename is actually Lsasss (just with a lowercase L).  Make sure you're able to view hidden files and folders and please double-check to make sure this file isn't present on your computer.  I'd hate for us to leave something behind.

As for those IP's...I'm not really sure what they are.  I know no more about them than oddjob.  But at least we know your firewall is working.  As long as it's blocking them, they shouldn't cause you any trouble.

I'm glad things are working well now.  To help with future protection, I would suggest getting a few extra programs:
SpywareBlaster to help prevent spyware from installing in the first place.
SpywareGuard to catch and block spyware before it can execute.
SiteAdvisor is a very handy toolbar that gives you reports on various sites and will tell you if one has been reported as malicious/harmful.  Searching on Google is a lot more convenient with it.  It took me a couple of days to get used to it at first, but now I feel naked without it, especially on Google.

If you didn't already have them, I would be suggesting Ad-Aware and Spybot S&D.  Make sure you keep them updated and scan with them at least once a week.  You're also going to want a decent anti-virus that you can scan with regularly.  Unfortunately, I'm not too well-versed on WinME and what programs are compatible with it.  Until you find something that works, you can try online scans with Panda and/or Kaspersky.
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    Re: Major Malware/Adware Prob
    « Reply #31 on: May 03, 2007, 09:28:50 PM »
    thats why we are here

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      Re: Major Malware/Adware Prob
      « Reply #32 on: May 04, 2007, 01:53:20 AM »
      Now you are clean you might want to read these and bookmark the links for future reference.


      You should clear out all old System Restore points then immediately create a new one so you have something to fall back on should anything go awry again. Also remember to make SR points on a regular basis.

      More on System Restore ...

      http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/getstarted/ballew_03may19.mspx


      What may have lead up to your infection and help keep your computer free of malware …

      http://www.castlecops.com/t7736-So_how_did_I_get_infected_in_the_first_place.html

      http://www.help2go.com/Tutorials/Protect_Your_PC/Avoid_Web_Browser_Hijackers.html

      There is a little duplication but these tutorials are both well worth reading.

      Don’t forget to keep AVG Anti Spyware updated and use it to scan your computer from time to time.


      If you do suffer an infection again you should run first Ccleaner to clean out your system. Get Ccleaner here but ensure you install it WITHOUT the optional Yahoo Toolbar download (you must untick/uncheck the relevant box on download) …

      http://www.ccleaner.com/


      Also run through this before posting another HijackThis log …

      http://www.help2go.com/Tutorials/Protect_Your_PC/Get_Rid_of_Spyware%2C_Adware%2C_and_Web_Browser_Hijackers.html


      Best wishes.


      OJ