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Let's give that a day or two cause I really don't think it should amount to anything.
Infection was found and removed.

Now we'll do final clean up.


Don't miss or skip this next step, this will remove malicious files from quarantine and set a clean restore point.

• 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.

Example below



Let me give a few preventive tips for now.
If in a day or two something isn't right come back.


Please take the time to read over a few of my preventive tips.


Please navigate to Microsoft Windows Updates and download all the "Critical Updates " for Windows.


Firefox 3
The award-winning Web browser is now faster, more secure, and fully customizable to your online life. With Firefox 2, added powerful new features that make your online experience even better. It has more features and is a lot more secure than IE. It is a very easy and painless download and install, it will no way interfere with IE, you can use them both.
*NoScript - Addon for Firefox that stops all scripts from running on websites. Stops malicious software from invading via flash, java, javascript, and many other entry points.

How to prevent Malware: Created by Miekiemoes

Here are some additional utilities that will further enhance your safety.
# http://www.trillian.cc → Trillian or http://www.miranda-im.com → Miranda-IM - These are Malware free Instant Messenger programs which allow you to connect to multiple IM services in one program! (AOL, Yahoo, ICQ, IRC, MSN)


Read this article 'Safe Computing Practices'.
So how did I get infected in the first place.

Secure My Computer: A Layered Approach

Strong passwords: How to create and use them

Free Antivirus-AntiSpyware-Firewall Software
Slow Computer May Not Be Malware Related, Help! My computer is slow!
http://users.telenet.be/bluepatchy/miekiemoes/slowcomputer.html


PC Safety and Security--What Do I Need?
http://www.techsupportforum.com/sec...115548-pc-safety-security-what-do-i-need.html

Stand Up and Be Counted ---> Malware Complaints <--- where you can make difference!
This site offers people who have been (or are) victims of malware the opportunity to document their story.

Extra note:
Make sure your programs are up to date - because older versions may contain Security Leaks. To find out what programs need to be updated, please run the Secunia Software Inspector Scan. http://secunia.com/software_inspector/

 

Thanks once again for all the help,

David

 

Glad we could help.

 

Glad we could help.

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