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Hello k_selvage

Thank you for the logs.

I hope I ran all the scans correctly. Hopefully, I didn't confuse you too much.

You ran everything perfectly and there is no confusion thanks to your explanations :thumbup:


Everything detected by SAS can be removed. Once removed, please set a new system restore point:


  • Please create a new System Restore point


    • Click on "Start" > "All Programs" > "Accessories" > "System tools" > "System Restore".
    • In the dialogue box that appears select "Create a Restore Point".
    • Click "Next".
    • Enter a name
    • e.g. Todays date.
    • Click "Create".

  • Foistware


    • I can see from your log that you have Viewpoint Media Player installed.
    • Viewpoint Media Player is considered as foistware rather than malware since it is installed without user's approval but doesn't spy or do anything "bad".
    • It is recommended that you remove Viewpoint products. However, this choice is up to you.
    • To remove these programs, click "Start" and then on "Control Panel" and then on "Add or Remove Programs".
    • Select Viewpoint Media Player and click on "Remove".

    Your DDS log looks good. Provided you are no longer having any problems I think we are almost done.

    Lets remove the tools we used to clean your machine in the steps below:

  • Please Uninstall Combofix


    • Click on "Start" and then on "Run".
    • Now type combofix /uninstall in the run box and click "OK". Please note the space between the "x" and the "/Uninstall", it needs to be there.

  • Please perform the following cleanup procedure


    • Double click on the OTM.exe icon on your desktop to run the program.
    • Once OTM has opened, click on the "CleanUp!" button.
    • Follow any prompts that you receive.

  • Removal of Tools


    • You no longer need aswMBR or Unhide. Please delete them from your machine.
    • ERUNT, Flash disinfector, Autorun Eater, MBAM and SAS are yours to keep.


    Once you have completed the above steps you should be good to go! If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.

  • Finally, please take the time to read through the information provided below:

    Enhance your System Security

    • For an excellent list of free anti virus software, free online virus scanners, free spyware detection/removal and free firewalls, click here.

    • IMPORTANT! Please make sure you only have ONE firewall and ONE real-time antivirus installed on your system. When using "on demand" scanners, first update the detection signature files, then disconnect from the internet and disable your resident security program before running the scan.
    • Once complete, remember to re-engage your resident security before going online.

    Web Browsers and Browser Security

    Firefox
    • You can download Firefox from here.

    No-Script
    • If you use Firefox as your default browser, No-Script can provide additional security by preventing malicious scripts from being executed on your system.
    • You can download No-Script by clicking here.

    Internet Explorer
    • The newest version of Internet Explorer is available from here.
    • Please Note: IE9 is not configured to run on XP machines.

    SpywareBlaster
    • If you use Internet Explorer as your default browser, SpywareBlaster would be a valuable addition to your online security.
    • SpywareBlaster prevents malicious ActiveX objects from being downloaded onto your system.
    • You can download SpywareBlaster by clicking here.

    Web of Trust
    • When using search engines, Web of Trust provides you with an easy way of telling the good sites from the bad and is compatible with both Firefox and Internet Explorer.
    • Coloured symbols are displayed next to search results, giving you more confidence in the links you choose to click on: Green (To go), Yellow (Caution) and Red (Stop).
    • You can download Web of Trust by clicking here.

    Keep your Software Updated
    • Outdated software can sometimes have vulnerabilities that are exploitable by malware.
    • Check if there are available updates for your installed software with Secunia's Online Software Inspector by clicking here.

    Passwords
    • Learn how to create strong passwords by clicking here and test the strength of the passwords you already use by clicking here.

    General Reading

    Learn How To Combat Malware
    • Would you like to learn how to fight back against malware and help others? Enroll at the What The Tech (Formerly Tom Coyotes) Malware Classroom by clicking here.

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