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I have a virus that has taken over my wallpaper as well as stopped me from running MBAM. I am also unable to get to log in to Safe mode. I keep getting pop ups with the red circle white X WARNING and asking me to start a scan or download IDS software. Please help me get to a starting point. It allowed me to do the ATF cleaner only. I have MBAM on a disk as well that it stops also. Another pop-up just came up with Security 2010 on it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
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Hi,

I will be helping you on removing malwares on your computer. Log research takes time, so please be patient and I'd be grateful if you would note the following:
  • The fixes are specific to your problem and should only be used for the issues on this machine.
  • Do not install/uninstall anything on your computer unless advised.
  • Do not run any other scanning tools other than those instructed for you to use.
  • Follow the instructions on the order they are given.
  • Stay with this thread until advised when your computer is clean. Absence of symptoms does not necessarily mean a clean computer.
  • If you are being helped regarding this problem on another forum please advice us so that we can close this thread.
  • And lastly, if you have any questions, please ask before proceeding with any of the advised fixes.

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If you are using Vista or Windows 7, you will need to right click and choose "Run as Administrator" to run the tools we will use.



Please download exeHelper to your desktop.
Double-click on exeHelper.com to run the fix.
A black window should pop up, press any key to close once the fix is completed.
Post the contents of log.txt (Will be created in the directory where you ran exeHelper.com)
Note: If the window shows a message that says "Error deleting file", please re-run the program before posting a log - and post the two logs together (they will both be in the one file).

–Next–

Please download DDS by sUBs from one of the following links and save it to your desktop.
    • DDS.scr
    • DDS.pif
  • Disable any script blocking protection (How to Disable your Security Programs)
  • Double click DDS icon to run the tool (may take up to 3 minutes to run)
  • When done, DDS.txt will open.
  • After a few moments, attach.txt will open in a second window.
  • Save both reports to your desktop.
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  • Post the contents of the DDS.txt report in your next reply
  • Attach the Attach.txt report to your post by scroling down to the Attachments area and then clicking Browse. Browse to where you saved the file, and click Open and then click UPLOAD.
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Please include the contents of the following in your next reply:

DDS.txt

Please attach the second file; Attach.txt. To attach a file, do the following:
  • Under the reply panel is the Attachments Panel.
  • Browse for the attachment file you want to upload, then click the green Upload button.
  • Once it has uploaded, click the Manage Current Attachments drop down box.
  • Click on to insert the attachment into your post
Please post both DDS logs in your next reply.

–Next–

Download the GMER Rootkit Scanner. Unzip it to your Desktop.

Before scanning, make sure all other running programs are closed and no other actions like a scheduled antivirus scan will occur while the scan is being performed. Do not use your computer for anything else during the scan.

Double-click gmer.exe. The program will begin to run.

**Caution**
These types of scans can produce false positives. Do NOT take any action on any
"<— ROOKIT" entries unless advised!

If possible rootkit activity is found, you will be asked if you would like to perform a full scan.
  • Click NO
  • In the right panel, you will see a bunch of boxes that have been checked … leave everything checked and ensure the Show all box is un-checked.
  • Now click the Scan button.
    Once the scan is complete, you may receive another notice about rootkit activity.
  • Click OK.
  • GMER will produce a log. Click on the [Save..] button, and in the File name area, type in "GMER.txt"
  • Save it where you can easily find it, such as your desktop.
If you do not receive notice about possible rootkit activity remain on the Rootkit/Malware tab & make sure the 'Show All' button is unticked.
  • Click the Scan button and let the program do its work. GMER will produce a log. Click on the [Save..] button, and in the File name area, type in "Gmer.txt" or it will save as a .log file which cannot be uploaded to your post.
  • Save it where you can easily find it, such as your desktop
To post in your next reply:
1. exeHelper log.
2. DDS logs.
3. GMER log.
Sorry it has taken so long to reply. The following are the logs you requested. I will wait for your instructions. Thanks! exeHelper by Raktor Build 20091220 Run at 19:47:15 on 12/29/09 Now searching… Checking for numerical processes… Checking for sysguard processes… Checking for bad processes… Killed process winupdate86.exe Checking for bad files… Deleting file C:\WINDOWS\system32\41.exe Deleting file C:\WINDOWS\system32\critical_warning.html Deleting file C:\WINDOWS\system32\logon.exe Deleting file C:\WINDOWS\system32\winupdate86.exe Checking for bad registry entries… Removing HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\winupdate86.exe Resetting filetype association for .exe Resetting filetype association for .com Resetting userinit and shell values… Resetting policies… –Finished– DDS (Ver_09-12-01.01) - NTFSx86 Run by [removed] at 19:49:29.82 on Tue 12/29/2009 Internet Explorer: 7.0.5730.11 Microsoft Windows XP Professional 5.1.2600.3.1252.1.1033.18.1023.428 [GMT -6:00] AV: AVG Anti-Virus Free *On-access scanning enabled* (Updated) {17DDD097-36FF-435F-9E1B-52D74245D6BF} ============== Running Processes =============== C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost -k DcomLaunch svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe -k netsvcs C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k WudfServiceGroup svchost.exe svchost.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\spoolsv.exe c:\program files\common files\logishrd\lvmvfm\LVPrcSrv.exe svchost.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\Apple\Mobile Device Support\bin\AppleMobileDeviceService.exe C:\Program Files\Bonjour\mDNSResponder.exe C:\WINDOWS\System32\svchost.exe -k HTTPFilter C:\WINDOWS\system32\nvsvc32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k imgsvc C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\SoftwareUpdate\YahooAUService.exe C:\WINDOWS\Explorer.exe C:\PROGRA~1\AVG\AVG8\avgtray.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\LogiShrd\LComMgr\Communications_Helper.exe C:\Program Files\Logitech\QuickCam10\QuickCam10.exe C:\Program Files\Logitech\Gaming Software\LWEMon.exe C:\Program Files\iTunes\iTunesHelper.exe C:\WINDOWS\wt\updater\wcmdmgr.exe C:\Program Files\Gamevance\gamevance32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe C:\Program Files\Google\GoogleToolbarNotifier\GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player\WMPNSCFG.exe C:\Program Files\InternetSecurity2010\IS2010.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\LogiShrd\LComMgr\LVComSX.exe C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe C:\Program Files\iPod\bin\iPodService.exe C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\ymsgr_tray.exe C:\Program Files\Common Files\Logishrd\LQCVFX\COCIManager.exe C:\PROGRA~1\AVG\AVG8\avgwdsvc.exe C:\PROGRA~1\AVG\AVG8\avgrsx.exe C:\PROGRA~1\AVG\AVG8\avgnsx.exe C:\PROGRA~1\AVG\AVG8\avgemc.exe C:\Program Files\AVG\AVG8\avgcsrvx.exe C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\ZPAXOCJ1\dds[1].scr ============== Pseudo HJT Report ===============
Hi,

We need to create a restore point first:
  • 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.
–Next–

In the event that you can't create or successfully created a restore point, please proceed with the next step.

–Next–

Download Combofix from any of the links below. You must rename it before saving it. Save it as SubsFix.exe

* IMPORTANT !!! Save SubsFix.exe to your Desktop

Link 1
Link 2

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IMPORTANT - Disable your AntiVirus and AntiSpyware applications, usually via a right click on the System Tray icon. They may otherwise interfere with our tools. If you have difficulty properly disabling your protective programs, refer to this link - How to Disable your Security Programs
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  • Double click on Combo-Fix.exe & follow the prompts.
  • As part of it's process, ComboFix will check to see if the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console is installed. With malware infections being as they are today, it's strongly recommended to have this pre-installed on your machine before doing any malware removal. It will allow you to boot up into a special recovery/repair mode that will allow us to more easily help you should your computer have a problem after an attempted removal of malware.
  • Follow the prompts to allow ComboFix to download and install the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console, and when prompted, agree to the End-User License Agreement to install the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console.

**Please note: If the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console is already installed, ComboFix will continue it's malware removal procedures.

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Once the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console is installed using ComboFix, you should see the following message:

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Click on Yes, to continue scanning for malware.

When finished, it shall produce a log for you. Please include the C:\ComboFix.txt in your next reply.

Notes:

1. Do not mouse-click Combofix's window while it is running. That may cause it to stall.
2. ComboFix may reset a number of Internet Explorer's settings, including making I-E the default browser.
3. Combofix prevents autorun of ALL CD, floppy and USB devices to assist with malware removal & increase security. If this is an issue or makes it difficult for you – please tell your helper.
4. CF disconnects your machine from the internet. The connection is automatically restored before CF completes its run. If CF runs into difficulty and terminates prematurely, the connection can be manually restored by restarting your machine.
Hi,

Please do the following:

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IMPORTANT - Disable your AntiVirus and AntiSpyware applications, usually via a right click on the System Tray icon. They may otherwise interfere with our tools. If you have difficulty in properly disabling your protective programs, refer to this link - How to Disable your Security Programs
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1. Close any open browsers.

2. Open notepad and copy/paste the text in the quotebox below into it:

KillAll::

File::
c:\program files\Gamevance\gamevance32.exe

Folder::
c:\program files\Gamevance

DirLook::
c:\windows\wt

Registry::
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run]
"Gamevance"=-

Rootkit::
C:\WINDOWS\system32\toyipivo.dll
C:\WINDOWS\system32\pakapedi.dll

Save this as "CFScript.txt", and as Type: All Files (*.*) in the same location as ComboFix.exe

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Refering to the picture above, drag CFScript into ComboFix.exe

If Combofix asks for an update, please allow it to do so.

When finished, it shall produce a log for you at C:\ComboFix.txt which I will require in your next reply.

–Next–

Let's run GMER again.

Before scanning, make sure all other running programs are closed and no other actions like a scheduled antivirus scan will occur while the scan is being performed. Do not use your computer for anything else during the scan.

Double-click gmer.exe. The program will begin to run.

**Caution**
These types of scans can produce false positives. Do NOT take any action on any
"<— ROOKIT" entries unless advised!

If possible rootkit activity is found, you will be asked if you would like to perform a full scan.
  • Click NO
  • In the right panel, you will see a bunch of boxes that have been checked … leave everything checked and ensure the Show all box is un-checked.
  • Now click the Scan button.
    Once the scan is complete, you may receive another notice about rootkit activity.
  • Click OK.
  • GMER will produce a log. Click on the [Save..] button, and in the File name area, type in "GMER.txt"
  • Save it where you can easily find it, such as your desktop.
If you do not receive notice about possible rootkit activity remain on the Rootkit/Malware tab & make sure the 'Show All' button is unticked.
  • Click the Scan button and let the program do its work. GMER will produce a log. Click on the [Save..] button, and in the File name area, type in "Gmer.txt" or it will save as a .log file which cannot be uploaded to your post.
  • Save it where you can easily find it, such as your desktop
Please do not attach the logs. Copy/paste it in your next reply.

To post in your next reply:
1. Combofix script log.
2. GMER log.
3. How is your computer?

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