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Posted 30 May 2006 - 06:06 AM
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Posted 30 May 2006 - 09:43 AM
http://www.geekstogo...?catid=1&id=875
Then Removal instructions, here:
http://www.geekstogo...aud-t91731.html
Since this is CoolWebSearch related item of the Smitfraud variety, it is likely that other malware could have invaded as well.
Be sure your Dad has:
Updated his Operating System (Windows XP updated to SP2 plus critical updates, for example)
A good two-way Firewall like the (free) Zone Alarm. (no need to purchase their paid product)
A good Anti-virus (The (free) AVG from Grisoft will be just fine)
A couple of good Anti-Spyware utilities (Spybot S&D and Ad-Aware will be fine)
A good Blocking Tool (SpywareBlaster is excellent from javacoolsoftware.com)
Consider MVSP Hosts File (http://www.geekstogo...aud-t91731.html)
Be sure he is logging onto his computer as a "Limited User Account"
Because, if he is logged in as Administrator, then malware will have "privileges" to install, change the registry, and change features of the OS.
Since you will be physically present, consider running a HJT Log and post it for review by a Trusted Advisor.
Now might be a good time to review some Malware precaution information.
The Columns at PCPitstop.com are excellent for this purpose, as is their Safe-Surfing CD ($14.95)
Why do you thinks you will not be able to have an interactive dialogue with this Forum when you are at your Dad's home?
Don't hesitate to post with additional questions as you progress in your work on your Dad's machine.
Best Regards
Edited by dough, 30 May 2006 - 09:48 AM.
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Posted 30 May 2006 - 09:59 AM
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