"C:\Program Files (x86)\ESET\Eset Online Scanner\log.txt"
Sorry this is my bad - for some reason the spaces have gone from my script.
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\ESET\Eset Online Scanner\log.txt"
Sorry this is my bad - for some reason the spaces have gone from my script.
Bingo that did it haha
Good news, it looks like your system is now clean, nothing in that scan that won't be dealt with here. A good workman cleans up after himself so let's now attend to that
Tool Removal
We need to remove the tools we've used during cleaning your machine
The program will run for a few moments and then notepad will open with a log. Please paste the log in your next reply
We need to uninstall a program
Open Programs and Features by clicking the Start button, clicking Control Panel, clicking Programs, and then clicking Programs and Features.
Select the following programs from the list below, one at a time and click Uninstall.
Delete the following Files and Folders (If Present):
C:\Program Files (x86)\ESET
Delete any other .bat, .log, .reg, .txt, and any other files created during this process, and left on the desktop and empty the Recycle Bin.
Keep your machine updated
Due to the ever-present tide of malware, it is important to ensure your computer is kept up-to-date to minimize the risk of future infection. An important step is to ensure that automatic updates are enabled.
To enable automatic updates:
Windows 7
To turn on Automatic Updates yourself, follow these steps:
It is recommended to install an anti-malware to help prevent reinfection.
Below are some free ones that can help keep you clean.
Malwarebytes AntiMalware
As you have installed Malwarebytes, I recommend that you keep this program and use it to help you stay clean.
The free version will scan your computer and fix the problems it finds but will not provide real-time protection. You must scan regularly to find any threats.
Consider purchasing the full version for active monitoring of threats.
JAVA Advice
WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article and this article.
I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software or need it to play games on-line.
In that instance I would recommend that you only use Firefox or Chrome to visit those sites and do the following:
If you still want to update your Java, follow the instructions below:
A.
Your version of Java is out of date. Older versions have vulnerabilities that malicious sites can use to exploit and infect your system. Please follow these steps to remove older versions of Java components and update:
B.
Uninstall all versions of Java
C.
Install the latest JAVA
Back on your desktop:
[Note:] The Java Quick Starter (JQS.exe) adds a service to improve the initial start up time of Java applets and applications. To disable the JQS service if you don't want to use it, go to Start > Control Panel > You will have to be in Classic View to see Java(It looks like a coffee cup). Double-click on Java click the Advanced Tab click Miscellaneous and uncheck the box for Java Quick Starter. Click OK and reboot your computer.
Update Adobe Flash Player
NOTE: Depending on your settings, you may have to temporarily disable your antivirus software and firewall.
Cryptolocker Warning
Go here for information about CryptoLocker Ransomeware.
The main thing with this infection is ~ Backup.
If you're using an external hard drive, keep it unplugged from the computer when you're not backing up files or using it. This will prevent the infection from getting to your backed up files if you ever do come across it.
Recommended Programs
Unchecky is a small service that runs in the background to help keep those "extra toolbars" and tag along search engines from automatically installing. By automatically directing you to a custom install with all the options unchecked, only what you manually choose and confirm gets installed.
CryptoPrevent is a free program that prevents CryptoLocker / ransomware from infecting your PC by locking down the OS so the malware can not get a grip on your system.
Web Of Trust is a browser add-on designed to alert the user before interacting with a potentially malicious website. It will highlight green if a site is known to be safe.
Adblock is a firefox browser add-on that blocks annoying banners, pop-ups and video ads.
General Advice
Thankyou very much for all the patience and time you have shown over the last few days I have deleted and added all advised from above just one recomended programme I have a query with crypto prevent sends you to this website here https://www.foolishit.com/ and asks for a subscription of 179 dollars ?? Just to clarify a question you asked earlier re the Microsoft office I had a new hard drive installed in a Computer shop a couple of months ago so everything that is on my Laptop was installed by them I wasnt aware they had not put valid programmes back on !!!!! I do need this programme as my grand daughter uses it for homework etc so it will have to stay for the time being Once again Thankyou you have been a star and good luck on your upgrade to fully qualified Geek you deserve it
Firstly, thank you for your kind words and for being patient to the end as well Especially with my formatting errors :oops;
Normally we refuse to help when we discover unofficial software but due to your computer being free of downloading software and any other naughties, I presumed that is what had happened and gave you the benefit of the doubt - it happens a lot.
As per the cryptolocker prevent - it looks like they have hidden the download : https://www.foolishi.../cryptoprevent/
Then scroll all the way to the bottom to the blue installer link.
That's it you are good to go Safe surfing
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