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SpySentinel
post Apr 28 2009, 05:48 PM
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Topic reopened upon users request.
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post May 1 2009, 03:55 PM
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========== FILES ==========
C:\SDVirus.txt moved successfully.
C:\Program Files\mypoints moved successfully.
========== COMMANDS ==========
File delete failed. C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Temp\AVP.7.290_04.17_18.13_a28.ALL.tiny.dmp scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Temp\~DF6E90.tmp scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
User's Temp folder emptied.
User's Internet Explorer cache folder emptied.
File delete failed. C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\index.dat scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
User's Temporary Internet Files folder emptied.
File delete failed. C:\Documents and Settings\LocalService\Local Settings\Temp\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\index.dat scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\Documents and Settings\LocalService\Local Settings\Temp\History\History.IE5\index.dat scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\Documents and Settings\LocalService\Local Settings\Temp\Cookies\index.dat scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
Local Service Temp folder emptied.
Local Service Temporary Internet Files folder emptied.
Network Service Temp folder emptied.
Network Service Temporary Internet Files folder emptied.
File delete failed. C:\WINDOWS\temp\nvcbin.def.76167175.TMP scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\WINDOWS\temp\Perflib_Perfdata_3b8.dat scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\WINDOWS\temp\sqlite_2S7rYjGuT3uzRBK scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\WINDOWS\temp\sqlite_3LGzR6JCPoQvi2P scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
File delete failed. C:\WINDOWS\temp\sqlite_r72WWXE9hkKI0Bw scheduled to be deleted on reboot.
Windows Temp folder emptied.
Java cache emptied.
FireFox cache emptied.
Temp folders emptied.
Explorer started successfully

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post May 1 2009, 04:45 PM
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Did that take care of AVP Tool?
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post May 1 2009, 06:02 PM
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Hi Spy Sentinel
Yep I think it's gone. I rebooted and the AVP window didnt come up.
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post May 2 2009, 12:27 PM
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Your log looks clean, Great Job thumbsup.gif


Follow these steps to uninstall Combofix and tools used in the removal of malware
  • Click START then RUN
  • Now type Combofix /u in the runbox and click OK. Note the space between the X and the U, it needs to be there.



Now for some cleanup..
Please download OTCleanIt and save it to Desktop.
  • Please make sure you are connecting to the Internet
  • 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


Set a New Restore Point to prevent possible reinfection from an old one. Some of the malware you picked up could have been saved in System Restore. Since System Restore is a protected directory, your tools can not access it to delete these bad files which sometimes can reinfect your system. Setting a new restore point AFTER cleaning your system will help prevent this and enable your computer to "roll-back" to a clean working state.

The easiest and safest way to do this is:
  • 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 R.P. a name then click "Create". The new 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.
  • Then 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 one.


    • Make your Internet Explorer more secure - This can be done by following these simple instructions:
      1. From within Internet Explorer click on the Tools menu and then click on Options.
      2. Click once on the Security tab
      3. Click once on the Internet icon so it becomes highlighted.
      4. Click once on the Custom Level button.
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      5. Change the Download signed ActiveX controls to Prompt
      6. Change the Download unsigned ActiveX controls to Disable
      7. Change the Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe to Disable
      8. Change the Installation of desktop items to Prompt
      9. Change the Launching programs and files in an IFRAME to Prompt
      10. Change the Navigate sub-frames across different domains to Prompt
      11. When all these settings have been made, click on the OK button.
      12. 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 SpywareBlaster - SpywareBlaster will add a large list of programs and sites into your Internet Explorer settings that will protect you from running and downloading known malicious programs.

  • Install SpywareGuard - SpywareGuard offers realtime protection from spyware installation attempts. Make sure you are only running one real-time anti-spyware protection program or there will be a conflict.

  • 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

    • McAfee Site Advisor <= McAfee Site Advisor protects your browser against malicious sites and warns you when you go to one.
    • MVPS Hosts file <= The MVPS Hosts file replaces your current HOSTS file with one containing well know ad sites etc. Basically, this prevents your coputer from connecting to those sites by redirecting them to 127.0.0.1 which is your local computer
    • 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
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    post May 2 2009, 01:31 PM
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    Great! All done with the cleanup and updates. Thanks again for all your help and hope you have a wonderful weekend!
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    post May 2 2009, 04:00 PM
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    Thanks again for all your help and hope you have a wonderful weekend!


    You're welcome.

    Thanks same to you, hope you have a great weekend.

    If you ever need any help or have any questions, you know where to find me wink.gif
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    post May 2 2009, 04:00 PM
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    Since this issue appears to be resolved ... this Topic has been closed. Glad we could help. smile.gif

    If you're the topic starter, and need this topic reopened, please contact a staff member with the address of the thread.

    Everyone else please begin a New Topic.
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