[Resolved]  (win32/rootkit.agent.odg trojan)

i did the OTC clean up.. there are stil tools in my desktop like rootrepeal.exe, dds.scr, remg.exe.. what to do with this? delete it?

Hi, Yes OTC is not working so well these days, right click and delete any tools and logs that are left over. Keep MalwareBytes, it is a good program to have, update and run it monthly or so. Stay safe ~CB

should i choose any between spyware blaster and spyware guard or should i download both?

You can use them both. If you find either one not compatible with your system, they are easily uninstalled

will i still do this even if i'm only using mozilla?

Make Internet Explorer more secure

* Click Start > Run
* Type Inetcpl.cpl & click OK
* Click on the Security tab
* Click Reset all zones to default level
* Make sure the Internet Zone is selected & Click Custom level
* In the ActiveX section, set the first two options ("Download signed and unsigned ActiveX controls) to "Prompt", and ("Initialize and Script ActiveX controls not marked as safe") to "Disable".
* Next Click OK, then Apply button and then OK to exit the Internet Properties page.

It wouldn't hurt, just in case someone else uses your machine and uses IE, plus there are somethings that require IE in order to access.

whats this for? MVPS Hosts file replaces your current HOSTS file with one containing well known ad sites and other bad sites. Basically, this prevents your computer from connecting to those sites by redirecting them to 127.0.0.1 which is your local computer, meaning it will be difficult to infect yourself in the future. how will i download this? when i clicked the link this appears: What it does … The Hosts file contains the mappings of IP addresses to host names. This file is loaded into memory (cache) at startup, then Windows checks the Hosts file before it queries any DNS servers, which enables it to override addresses in the DNS. This prevents access to the listed sites by redirecting any connection attempts back to the local (your) machine. Another feature of the HOSTS file is its ability to block other applications from connecting to the Internet, providing the entry exists. You can use a HOSTS file to block ads, banners, 3rd party Cookies, 3rd party page counters, web bugs, and even most hijackers. This is accomplished by blocking the connection(s) that supplies these little gems. Example - the following entry 127.0.0.1 ad.doubleclick.net blocks all files supplied by that DoubleClick Server to the web page you are viewing. This also prevents the server from tracking your movements. Why? … because in certain cases "Ad Servers" like Doubleclick (and many others) will try to open a separate connection on the webpage you are viewing. For XP SP2 users you should see a Security Center prompt about allowing this connection. [screenshot] Simply click No and continue. Yes the prompts can be annoying but at least you'll know, however you should not see these prompts if these entries are included in the HOSTS file. Note: this prompt only occurs if (example) *.doubleclick.net is included in the "Restricted Zone". More Examples AdTech | BridgeTrack | Honesty | Mgnetwork | ValueClick | Google AdSense | Atdmt | Atdmt Now here is a 3rd party ad server opening a connection to another 3rd party ad server - Ad-Flow More 3rd parties opening other 3rd parties: Overture | Overture | Directtrack | Directtrack | RealMedia Note: By placing these type sites in the Restricted Zone this also cures most "Back Button" issues. Now includes most major parasites, hijackers and unwanted Adware/Spyware programs! Proudly now the #1 rated HOSTS file on the Internet! - Google | MSN | Yahoo | AltaVista Now regularly featured on the Kim Komando Radio Show The MVPS HOSTS file has been selected by Pricelessware as "the best of the best in Freeware" for the 2nd time … In many cases using a well designed HOSTS file can speed the loading of web pages by not having to wait for these ads, annoying banners, hit counters, etc. to load. This also helps to protect your Privacy and Security by blocking sites that may track your viewing habits, also known as "click-thru tracking" or Data Miners. Simply using a HOSTS file is not a cure-all against all the dangers on the Internet, but it does provide another very effective "Layer of Protection". Editors Note: As time has progressed the focus of this project has changed from just blocking ads/banners to protecting the user from the many parasites that now exist on the Internet. It doesn't serve much purpose if you block the ad banner from displaying as most other HOSTS files do, but get hijacked by a parasite from an evil exploit or download contained on the web site. The object is to surf faster while preserving your Safety, Security and Privacy. [more info] To view the HOSTS file in plain text form. (597 kb) (opens in browser) Note: The text version also makes a terrific reference for determining possible unwanted sites Download: hosts.zip [right-click - Select: Save Target As] [Updated July-27-2009] This download includes a simple batch file (mvps.bat) that will rename the existing HOSTS file to HOSTS.MVP then copy the included updated HOSTS file to the proper location. For more information please see the readme.txt included in the download. Important! Windows Vista requires special instructions Not here - over there > see here When you run the (mvps.bat) batch file XP users may see a prompt, simply click Run and continue. Once updated you should see another prompt that the task was completed. Some users may see a pop-up from certain Security programs about changes to the HOSTS file. Allow the change … however if you see this pop-up at any other time … investigate. Download Information: (checksum info is on the HOSTS file not the "hosts.zip") MD5: 9B59231D623A72E93BD871C79B1D0EC7 SHA-1: 2C7989C13213918FA640D2B521F2B187E06E0B61 Manual Method - Unzip in a "temp" folder and place in the appropriate installed location: * If you are having trouble downloading or extracting the HOSTS file [click here] Note: the below locations are for the typical default paths, edit as needed. Windows Vista = C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\ETC Windows XP = C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\ETC Windows 2K = C:\WINNT\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\ETC There is no need to turn on, adjust or change any settings with the exception of the DNS Client service (see below). Windows automatically looks for the existence of a HOSTS file and if found, checks the HOSTS file first for entries to the web page you just requested. The 127.0.0.1 is the location of your computer, so when the entry (example) "ad.doubleclick.net" is requested your computer thinks 127.0.0.1 is the location of the file. When this file is not located it skips onto the next file and thus the ad server is blocked from loading the banner, Cookie, or some unscrupulous ActiveX, or javascript file. In case you're wondering … this all happens in microseconds, which is much faster than trying to fetch a file from half way around the world. Another great feature of the HOSTS file is that it is a two-way file, meaning if some parasite does get into your system (usually bundled with other products) the culprit can not get out (call home) as long as the necessary entries exist. This is why it's important to keep your HOSTS file up to Date. Editors Note: in most cases a large HOSTS file (over 135 kb) tends to slow down the machine. This only occurs in W2000/XP/Vista. Windows 98 and ME are not affected. To resolve this issue (manually) open the "Services Editor" * Start | Run (type) "services.msc" (no quotes) * Scroll down to "DNS Client", Right-click and select: Properties * Click the drop-down arrow for "Startup type" * Select: Manual, or Disabled (recommended) click Apply/Ok and restart. [more info] When set to Manual (or Disabled) you can see that the above "Service" is not needed (after a little browsing - when set to Manual) by opening the Services Editor again, scroll down to DNS Client and check the "Status" column. It should be blank, if it was needed it would show "Started" in that column. There are several Utilities that can reset the DNS Client for you … [more info] Editors Note: The above instructions are intended for a single (home-user) PC. If your machine is part of a "Domain", check with your IT Dept. before applying this work-around. This especially applies to Laptop users who travel or bring their work machines home. Make sure to reset the Service (if needed) prior to connecting (reboot required) to your work Domain … JBF sends along this Tip: IPCOP running a DHCP server needs the local PC DNS Client enabled to function. Reset the DNS Client with a simple batch file (submitted by: Ronny Ong - 2K/XP only) DnsManual.bat (resets the DNS Client to Manual) [right-click and select: Save Target As] DnsDisabled.bat (resets the DNS Client to Disabled) [right-click and select: Save Target As] To use: double-click on the downloaded file and reboot that's it …

The download link is right in the page you have quoted.

The Hosts file gives you an added layer of protection. It stops your browser from accessing known bad sites.

Here is the downloadlink

To view the HOSTS file in plain text form. (597 kb) (opens in browser)
Note: The text version also makes a terrific reference for determining possible unwanted sites
Download: hosts.zip [right-click - Select: Save Link/Target As] [Updated July-27-2009]

This download includes a simple batch file (mvps.bat) that will rename the existing HOSTS file to HOSTS.MVP then copy the included updated HOSTS file to the proper location. For more information please see the readme.txt included in the download.

okay.. i'm done doing all the things that you recommended.. thank you very much for helping me for the patience and all thanks a lot.. maybe if you have some time you can teach me how to treat /remove viruses/spyware/malwares.. so that i can do it on my own and help some of my friends when their pcs get infected.. ^^,

WTT has a classroom for learning the craft.

It takes a long time and it isn't easy, but it is rewarding.

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Good Luck


~CB

okay.. thanks man..

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