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IE6.0 hijacked

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Post #16
now what should I try? I am still getting pop up ads, and also at times my browser is getting redirected to a different site. The sites are never the same. Thanks, Erik
Post #17
Hi Erik!

Could you please once more check your C: drive for vundofix.txt file? It isn't in any folder.

Here you'll find just one example of Vundofix log. Of course contents of your file will be different but basic structure is same.


VundoFix V4.2.34

Checking Java version…

Java version is 1.4.2.3

Scan started at 9:41:06 PM 3/16/2006

Listing files found while scanning….

C:\WINDOWS\system32\pmkjg.dll
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.ini
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak1
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak2

C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak1
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak2
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.ini
C:\WINDOWS\system32\pmkjg.dll
Attempting to delete C:\WINDOWS\system32\pmkjg.dll
C:\WINDOWS\system32\pmkjg.dll Has been deleted!

Attempting to delete C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.ini
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.ini Has been deleted!

Attempting to delete C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak1
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak1 Has been deleted!

Attempting to delete C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak2
C:\WINDOWS\system32\gjkmp.bak2 Has been deleted!

Performing Repairs to the registry.
Done!

Post #18
Ok–did a search for the vundofix.txt file in drive C:\……………. Remember that I did run it twice and it came back with 0 infected files. I don't know if the original log was over written or not. VundoFix V6.2.6 Checking Java version… Java version is 1.5.0.8 Scan started at 1:18:45 AM 10/20/2006 Listing files found while scanning…. C:\WINNT\system32\mzmggue.dll C:\WINNT\system32\wvuvs.dll C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.ini C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.bak1 C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.bak2 Beginning removal… Attempting to delete C:\WINNT\system32\mzmggue.dll C:\WINNT\system32\mzmggue.dll Has been deleted! Attempting to delete C:\WINNT\system32\wvuvs.dll C:\WINNT\system32\wvuvs.dll Has been deleted! Attempting to delete C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.ini C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.ini Has been deleted! Attempting to delete C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.bak1 C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.bak1 Has been deleted! Attempting to delete C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.bak2 C:\WINNT\system32\svuvw.bak2 Has been deleted! Performing Repairs to the registry. Done! VundoFix V6.2.6 Checking Java version… Java version is 1.5.0.8 Scan started at 1:49:59 AM 10/20/2006 Listing files found while scanning…. No infected files were found.
Post #19
Looks like I should use examples more often. :)


I advice you to print/save following instructions because you won't access them online while in safe mode.


Download ATF (Atribune Temp File) Cleaner© by Atribune to your desktop. We'll run it a bit later.

Uninstall thru add/remove programs:
VSToolbar

Start hijackthis, click do a system scan only, check:
R0 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Toolbar,LinksFolderName =
O2 - BHO: (no name) - {1F3992C3-5207-54C3-3EA3-015925F61D2D} - C:\WINNT\system32\mzmggue.dll (file missing)
O2 - BHO: (no name) - {F7384C5B-E1DD-4A42-8CDF-50E57B26B4A9} - C:\WINNT\system32\wvuvs.dll (file missing)
O3 - Toolbar: (no name) - {C004DEC2-2623-438e-9CA2-C9043AB28508} - (no file)
O3 - Toolbar: (no name) - {821F87FF-8245-4972-9E28-732E92EC2F51} - (no file)
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [lwjsfzi.dll] C:\WINNT\system32\rundll32.exe C:\WINNT\system32\lwjsfzi.dll,okkxfmf
O20 - Winlogon Notify: winouz32 - winouz32.dll (file missing)

Close all browsers & other windows and click fix checked.

Reboot into safe mode (press F8 before Windows' loading screen and select safe mode option).

Delete following files & folders (if found):
C:\WINNT\system32\lwjsfzi.dll <–file
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Application Data\SearchToolbarCorp <–folder
C:\Program Files\VSToolbar <–folder

Search for this file with Windows search (press window button+F to open search window) and delete if found:
winouz32.dll


Double-click ATF Cleaner.exe to open it

Under Main choose:
Windows Temp
Current User Temp
All Users Temp
Cookies
Temporary Internet Files
Prefetch
Java Cache
*The other boxes are optional*
Then click the Empty Selected button.

Firefox:
Click Firefox at the top and choose: Select All
Click the Empty Selected button.
NOTE: If you would like to keep your saved passwords, please click NO at the prompt.

Opera:
Click Opera at the top and choose: Select All
Click the Empty Selected button.
NOTE: If you would like to keep your saved passwords, please click NO at the prompt.

Click Exit on the Main menu to close the program.
Reboot back into normal mode.

____________________________________________

Your Java is out of date. Older versions have vulnerabilities that malware can use to infect your system. Please follow these steps to remove older version Java components and update to the latest version…

Updating Java:
  • Download the latest version of Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 5.0 Update 9.
  • Scroll down to where it says "The J2SE Runtime Environment (JRE) allows end-users to run Java applications."
  • Click the "Download" button to the right.
  • Check the box that says: "Accept License Agreement."
  • The page will refresh.
  • Click on the link to download Windows Offline Installation with or without Multi-language and save to your desktop.
  • Close any programs you may have running - especially your web browser.
  • Go to Start > Control Panel double-click on Add/Remove programs and remove all older versions of Java.
  • Check any item with Java Runtime Environment (JRE or J2SE) in the name.
  • Click the Remove or Change/Remove button.
  • Repeat as many times as necessary to remove each Java versions.
  • Reboot your computer once all Java components are removed.
  • Then from your desktop double-click on jre-1_5_0_09- windowsi586-p.exe to install the newest version.

Post a fresh hjt log.


PS You seem to have multiple Antivirus and firewall software products running. You should have only one firewall and one Antivirus in one workstation. You have two options: either you'll keep AVG7 & Zonealarm and let McAfee go or then do otherwise.
Post #20
I've tried removing the VSToolBar in the Add/Remove Programs before, it didn't work……..any suggestions before I attempt to complete what you have suggested?
Post #22 last edited
Here is the refreshed hijackthis log:

Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1
Scan saved at 12:17:12 PM, on 10/20/2006
Platform: Windows 2000 SP4 (WinNT 5.00.2195)
MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106)

Running processes:
C:\WINNT\System32\smss.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\winlogon.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\services.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\lsass.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\svchost.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\ZoneLabs\vsmon.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\spoolsv.exe
C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\mainserv.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\svchost.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\McAfee\HackerWatch\HWAPI.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mclogsrv.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcupdmgr.exe
c:\program files\common files\mcafee\mna\mcnasvc.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcods.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcpromgr.exe
c:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\mcafee\redirsvc\redirsvc.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcshield.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcsysmon.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mctskshd.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcusrmgr.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\regsvc.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\MSTask.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\stisvc.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\WBEM\WinMgmt.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\svchost.exe
C:\WINNT\Explorer.EXE
C:\WINNT\system32\RunDll32.exe
C:\Program Files\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\hpcoretech\hpcmpmgr.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\LVCOMSX.EXE
C:\Program Files\HP\HP Software Update\HPWuSchd2.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe
C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5.0\Distillr\AcroTray.exe
c:\PROGRA~1\mcafee.com\agent\mcagent.exe
C:\Program Files\Logitech\MouseWare\system\em_exec.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqtra08.exe
C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\apcsystray.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqgalry.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\HPZipm12.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\msiexec.exe
c:\PROGRA~1\mcafee\VIRUSS~1\mcvsshld.exe
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Desktop\Downloads\HiJackThis\hijackthis\scanner.exe.exe

R0 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Start Page = http://www.masslodges.org/
O2 - BHO: AcroIEHlprObj Class - {06849E9F-C8D7-4D59-B87D-784B7D6BE0B3} - C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5.0\Acrobat\ActiveX\AcroIEHelper.ocx
O2 - BHO: SSVHelper Class - {761497BB-D6F0-462C-B6EB-D4DAF1D92D43} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\ssv.dll
O2 - BHO: scriptproxy - {7DB2D5A0-7241-4E79-B68D-6309F01C5231} - c:\program files\mcafee\virusscan\scriptsn.dll
O3 - Toolbar: &Radio - {8E718888-423F-11D2-876E-00A0C9082467} - C:\WINNT\System32\msdxm.ocx
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Synchronization Manager] mobsync.exe /logon
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Cmaudio] RunDll32 cmicnfg.cpl,CMICtrlWnd
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Zone Labs Client] "C:\Program Files\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe"
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [HP Component Manager] "C:\Program Files\HP\hpcoretech\hpcmpmgr.exe"
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Logitech Utility] Logi_MwX.Exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [NeroFilterCheck] C:\WINNT\system32\NeroCheck.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [LVCOMSX] C:\WINNT\System32\LVCOMSX.EXE
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [QuickTime Task] "C:\Program Files\QuickTime\qttask.exe" -atboottime
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [HP Software Update] C:\Program Files\HP\HP Software Update\HPWuSchd2.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [TkBellExe] "C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe" -osboot
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [SunJavaUpdateSched] "C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\jusched.exe"
O4 - Global Startup: Acrobat Assistant.lnk = C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5.0\Distillr\AcroTray.exe
O4 - Global Startup: APC UPS Status.lnk = C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\Display.exe
O4 - Global Startup: HP Digital Imaging Monitor.lnk = C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqtra08.exe
O4 - Global Startup: HP Image Zone Fast Start.lnk = C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqthb08.exe
O4 - Global Startup: Microsoft Office.lnk = C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office\OSA9.EXE
O9 - Extra button: (no name) - {08B0E5C0-4FCB-11CF-AAA5-00401C608501} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\npjpi150_09.dll
O9 - Extra 'Tools' menuitem: Sun Java Console - {08B0E5C0-4FCB-11CF-AAA5-00401C608501} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\npjpi150_09.dll
O9 - Extra button: Yahoo! Messenger - {E5D12C4E-7B4F-11D3-B5C9-0050045C3C96} - C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe
O9 - Extra 'Tools' menuitem: Yahoo! Messenger - {E5D12C4E-7B4F-11D3-B5C9-0050045C3C96} - C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe
O12 - Plugin for .spop: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\Plugins\NPDocBox.dll
O16 - DPF: {00000000-0000-0000-0000-100005000004} - http://code.trasferimento.biz/l/10ef985415…d70c2704_35.exe
O16 - DPF: {4FAE30E1-EE9C-477D-8D06-BF8D3429B60F} (WebIQ Technology Client) - http://webiq001.webiqonline.com/WebIQ/bin/WebIQ.cab
O16 - DPF: {6414512B-B978-451D-A0D8-FCFDF33E833C} (WUWebControl Class) - http://update.microsoft.com/windowsupdate/…b?1155961799086
O16 - DPF: {B1826A9F-4AA0-4510-BA77-9013E74E4B9B} - http://www.trendmicro.com/spyware-scan/as4web.cab
O16 - DPF: {EF791A6B-FC12-4C68-99EF-FB9E207A39E6} (McFreeScan Class) - http://download.mcafee.com/molbin/iss-loc/…871/mcfscan.cab
O23 - Service: APC UPS Service - American Power Conversion Corporation - C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\mainserv.exe
O23 - Service: Logical Disk Manager Administrative Service (dmadmin) - VERITAS Software Corp. - C:\WINNT\System32\dmadmin.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee E-mail Proxy (Emproxy) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\McAfee\EmProxy\emproxy.exe
O23 - Service: InstallDriver Table Manager (IDriverT) - Macrovision Corporation - C:\Program Files\Common Files\InstallShield\Driver\1050\Intel 32\IDriverT.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee HackerWatch Service - McAfee, Inc. - C:\Program Files\Common Files\McAfee\HackerWatch\HWAPI.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Log Manager (McLogManagerService) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mclogsrv.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Update Manager (mcmispupdmgr) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcupdmgr.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Network Agent (McNASvc) - McAfee, Inc. - c:\program files\common files\mcafee\mna\mcnasvc.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Scanner (McODS) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcods.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Protection Manager (mcpromgr) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcpromgr.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Redirector Service (McRedirector) - McAfee, Inc. - c:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\mcafee\redirsvc\redirsvc.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Real-time Scanner (McShield) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcshield.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee SystemGuards (McSysmon) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcsysmon.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Task Scheduler (mctskshd.exe) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mctskshd.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee User Manager (mcusrmgr) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcusrmgr.exe
O23 - Service: Pml Driver HPZ12 - HP - C:\WINNT\System32\HPZipm12.exe
O23 - Service: TrueVector Internet Monitor (vsmon) - Zone Labs, LLC - C:\WINNT\system32\ZoneLabs\vsmon.exe

PS:
I did remove the AVG program a while ago, after the problem started with the IE browser. I then installed Mcafee. It seems to work fine with ZoneAlarm, although it does slow down the IE start up. I believe that Mcafee does have a running fix for that issue.
Also, I did notice in the HJT log that in the 016 line there is a reference to a WebIQ…….is that supposed to be there?
Post #23

I did remove the AVG program a while ago, after the problem started with the IE browser. I then installed Mcafee. It seems to work fine with ZoneAlarm, although it does slow down the IE start up. I believe that Mcafee does have a running fix for that issue.

But you shouldn't have two or more different firewalls/antivirus software products in same workstation. Those may cause strange behaviour in the system. McAfee includes its own firewall so you won't need Zonealarm while having McAfee.

Also, I did notice in the HJT log that in the 016 line there is a reference to a WebIQ…….is that supposed to be there?

That entry is ok (activeX control for web based chatting) but there's one other which isn't. We'll remove it next.


Start hijackthis, click do a system scan only, check:
O16 - DPF: {00000000-0000-0000-0000-100005000004} - http://code.trasferimento.biz/l/10ef985415…d70c2704_35.exe

Close all browsers & other windows and click fix checked.

Please download AVG Anti-Spyware to your Desktop or to your usual Download Folder.
http://www.ewido.net/en/download/
  • Install AVG Anti-Spyware by double clicking the installer.
  • Follow the prompts. Make sure that Launch AVG Anti-Spyware is checked.
  • On the main screen under Your Computer's security.
    • Click on Change state next to Resident shield. It should now change to inactive.
    • Click on Change state next to Automatic updates. It should now change to inactive.
    • Next to Last Update, click on Update now. (You will need an active internet connection to perform this)
    • Wait until you see the Update succesfull message.
  • Right-click the AVG Anti-Spyware Tray Icon and uncheck Start with Windows.
  • Right-click the AVG Anti-Spyware Tray Icon and select Exit. Confirm by clicking Yes.
If you are having problems with the updater, you can use this link to manually update ewido.
AVG Anti-Spyware manual updates.
Download the Full database to your Desktop or to your usual Download Folder and install it by double clicking the file. Make sure that AVG Anti-Spyware is closed before installing the update.

Reboot into safe mode (press F8 before Windows loading screen appears and select safe mode option).


When in safe mode, please start AVG Anti-Spyware and run a full scan.
  • Click on Scanner on the toolbar.
  • Click on the Settings tab.
    • Under How to act?
      • Click on Recommended Action and choose Quarantine from the popup menu.
    • Under How to scan?
      • All checkboxes should be ticked.
    • Under Possibly unwanted software:
      • All checkboxes should be ticked.
    • Under Reports:
      • Select Automatically generate report after every scan and uncheck Only if threats were found.
    • Under What to scan?
      • Select Scan every file.
  • Click on the Scan tab.
  • Click on Complete System Scan to start the scan process.
  • Let the program scan the machine.
  • When the scan has finished, follow the instructions below.
    IMPORTANT : Don't click on the "Save Scan Report" button before you did hit the "Apply all Actions" button.
    • Make sure that Set all elements to: shows Quarantine (1), if not click on the link and choose Quarantine from the popup menu. (2)
    • At the bottom of the window click on the Apply all Actions button. (3)
      [external image: Posted Image]
  • When done, click the Save Scan Report button. (4)
    • Click the Save Report as button.
    • Save the report to your Desktop.
  • Right-click the AVG Anti-Spyware Tray Icon and select Exit. Confirm by clicking Yes.
Reboot in Normal Mode.


Post AVG Anti-Spyware log in your reply together with a fresh hjt log.
Post #24 last edited
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AVG Anti-Spyware - Scan Report
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+ Created at: 7:35:30 PM 10/20/2006

+ Scan result:



C:\WINNT\Downloaded Program Files\USYP_0002_N91M1708NetInstaller.exe -> Not-A-Virus.Downloader.Win32.WinFixer.o : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@2o7[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.2o7 : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@ge.112.2o7[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.2o7 : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@adbrite[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Adbrite : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@adrevolver[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Adrevolver : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@advertising[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Advertising : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@atdmt[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Atdmt : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@casalemedia[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Casalemedia : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@doubleclick[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Doubleclick : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@fastclick[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Fastclick : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@mediaplex[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Mediaplex : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@overture[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Overture : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@questionmarket[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Questionmarket : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@edge.ru4[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Ru4 : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@statcounter[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Statcounter : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@tradedoubler[1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Tradedoubler : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@trafficmp[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Trafficmp : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\administrator@tribalfusion[2].txt -> TrackingCookie.Tribalfusion : No action taken.
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Cookies\[removed][1].txt -> TrackingCookie.Yieldmanager : No action taken.


::Report end



Logfile of HijackThis v1.99.1
Scan saved at 7:50:19 PM, on 10/20/2006
Platform: Windows 2000 SP4 (WinNT 5.00.2195)
MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106)

Running processes:
C:\WINNT\System32\smss.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\winlogon.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\services.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\lsass.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\svchost.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\ZoneLabs\vsmon.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\spoolsv.exe
C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\mainserv.exe
C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\guard.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\svchost.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\McAfee\HackerWatch\HWAPI.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mclogsrv.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcupdmgr.exe
c:\program files\common files\mcafee\mna\mcnasvc.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcods.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcpromgr.exe
c:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\mcafee\redirsvc\redirsvc.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcshield.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcsysmon.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mctskshd.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcusrmgr.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\regsvc.exe
C:\WINNT\Explorer.EXE
C:\WINNT\system32\MSTask.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\stisvc.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\WBEM\WinMgmt.exe
c:\PROGRA~1\mcafee.com\agent\mcagent.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\svchost.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\RunDll32.exe
C:\Program Files\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\hpcoretech\hpcmpmgr.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\LVCOMSX.EXE
C:\Program Files\Logitech\MouseWare\system\em_exec.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\HP Software Update\HPWuSchd2.exe
C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe
C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\jusched.exe
C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5.0\Distillr\AcroTray.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqtra08.exe
C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\apcsystray.exe
C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqgalry.exe
C:\WINNT\System32\HPZipm12.exe
C:\PROGRA~1\MICROS~2\Office\OUTLOOK.EXE
C:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\McAfee\EmProxy\emproxy.exe
c:\program files\mcafee\msc\mcupdui.exe
C:\WINNT\system32\svchost.exe
C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
c:\PROGRA~1\mcafee\VIRUSS~1\mcvsshld.exe
C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Desktop\Downloads\HiJackThis\hijackthis\scanner.exe.exe

R0 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Start Page = http://www.masslodges.org/
O2 - BHO: AcroIEHlprObj Class - {06849E9F-C8D7-4D59-B87D-784B7D6BE0B3} - C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5.0\Acrobat\ActiveX\AcroIEHelper.ocx
O2 - BHO: SSVHelper Class - {761497BB-D6F0-462C-B6EB-D4DAF1D92D43} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\ssv.dll
O2 - BHO: scriptproxy - {7DB2D5A0-7241-4E79-B68D-6309F01C5231} - c:\program files\mcafee\virusscan\scriptsn.dll
O3 - Toolbar: &Radio - {8E718888-423F-11D2-876E-00A0C9082467} - C:\WINNT\System32\msdxm.ocx
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Synchronization Manager] mobsync.exe /logon
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Cmaudio] RunDll32 cmicnfg.cpl,CMICtrlWnd
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Zone Labs Client] "C:\Program Files\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe"
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [HP Component Manager] "C:\Program Files\HP\hpcoretech\hpcmpmgr.exe"
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [Logitech Utility] Logi_MwX.Exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [NeroFilterCheck] C:\WINNT\system32\NeroCheck.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [LVCOMSX] C:\WINNT\System32\LVCOMSX.EXE
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [QuickTime Task] "C:\Program Files\QuickTime\qttask.exe" -atboottime
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [HP Software Update] C:\Program Files\HP\HP Software Update\HPWuSchd2.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [TkBellExe] "C:\Program Files\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\realsched.exe" -osboot
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [SunJavaUpdateSched] "C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\jusched.exe"
O4 - Global Startup: Acrobat Assistant.lnk = C:\Program Files\Adobe\Acrobat 5.0\Distillr\AcroTray.exe
O4 - Global Startup: APC UPS Status.lnk = C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\Display.exe
O4 - Global Startup: HP Digital Imaging Monitor.lnk = C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqtra08.exe
O4 - Global Startup: HP Image Zone Fast Start.lnk = C:\Program Files\HP\Digital Imaging\bin\hpqthb08.exe
O4 - Global Startup: Microsoft Office.lnk = C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office\OSA9.EXE
O9 - Extra button: (no name) - {08B0E5C0-4FCB-11CF-AAA5-00401C608501} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\ssv.dll
O9 - Extra 'Tools' menuitem: Sun Java Console - {08B0E5C0-4FCB-11CF-AAA5-00401C608501} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_09\bin\ssv.dll
O9 - Extra button: Yahoo! Messenger - {E5D12C4E-7B4F-11D3-B5C9-0050045C3C96} - C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe
O9 - Extra 'Tools' menuitem: Yahoo! Messenger - {E5D12C4E-7B4F-11D3-B5C9-0050045C3C96} - C:\Program Files\Yahoo!\Messenger\YahooMessenger.exe
O12 - Plugin for .spop: C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\Plugins\NPDocBox.dll
O16 - DPF: {4FAE30E1-EE9C-477D-8D06-BF8D3429B60F} (WebIQ Technology Client) - http://webiq001.webiqonline.com/WebIQ/bin/WebIQ.cab
O16 - DPF: {6414512B-B978-451D-A0D8-FCFDF33E833C} (WUWebControl Class) - http://update.microsoft.com/windowsupdate/…b?1155961799086
O16 - DPF: {B1826A9F-4AA0-4510-BA77-9013E74E4B9B} - http://www.trendmicro.com/spyware-scan/as4web.cab
O16 - DPF: {EF791A6B-FC12-4C68-99EF-FB9E207A39E6} (McFreeScan Class) - http://download.mcafee.com/molbin/iss-loc/…871/mcfscan.cab
O23 - Service: APC UPS Service - American Power Conversion Corporation - C:\Program Files\APC\APC PowerChute Personal Edition\mainserv.exe
O23 - Service: AVG Anti-Spyware Guard - Anti-Malware Development a.s. - C:\Program Files\Grisoft\AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5\guard.exe
O23 - Service: Logical Disk Manager Administrative Service (dmadmin) - VERITAS Software Corp. - C:\WINNT\System32\dmadmin.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee E-mail Proxy (Emproxy) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\McAfee\EmProxy\emproxy.exe
O23 - Service: InstallDriver Table Manager (IDriverT) - Macrovision Corporation - C:\Program Files\Common Files\InstallShield\Driver\1050\Intel 32\IDriverT.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee HackerWatch Service - McAfee, Inc. - C:\Program Files\Common Files\McAfee\HackerWatch\HWAPI.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Log Manager (McLogManagerService) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mclogsrv.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Update Manager (mcmispupdmgr) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcupdmgr.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Network Agent (McNASvc) - McAfee, Inc. - c:\program files\common files\mcafee\mna\mcnasvc.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Scanner (McODS) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcods.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Protection Manager (mcpromgr) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcpromgr.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Redirector Service (McRedirector) - McAfee, Inc. - c:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\mcafee\redirsvc\redirsvc.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Real-time Scanner (McShield) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcshield.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee SystemGuards (McSysmon) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\VIRUSS~1\mcsysmon.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee Task Scheduler (mctskshd.exe) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mctskshd.exe
O23 - Service: McAfee User Manager (mcusrmgr) - McAfee, Inc. - C:\PROGRA~1\McAfee\MSC\mcusrmgr.exe
O23 - Service: Pml Driver HPZ12 - HP - C:\WINNT\System32\HPZipm12.exe
O23 - Service: TrueVector Internet Monitor (vsmon) - Zone Labs, LLC - C:\WINNT\system32\ZoneLabs\vsmon.exe


I allowed the AVG to delete the items listed, instead of sending them to a quarantine. Also, the log was done before the action was taken. Since this was run in "Safe" mode, my monitor settings were incorrect and I couldn't really see what or where I was going.
Post #25
Now we'll delete that VSToolbar entry from add/remove programs list (if it's still there): 1. Start hjt 2. Click "Open the misc tools section" 3. Click "Open Uninstall Manager" 4. Highlight VSToolbar in left list and click "Delete this entry" I still encourage you to uninstall Zonealarm since you've got that McAfee shield. It will free your resources and improve your computer performance. Please tell us how your system is now acting. Is there still any pop-ups or some other problems?
Post #26
My system seems to be working alomst as well as before the problem. In an effort to speed up my browser, I searched the Mcafee data base, and located infomation relating to this problem. I had to run SFC, and reboot. This didn't solve the problem. So, I removed Mcafee and installed AVG virus tools. Seems to be running well, and the browser hasn't had pop up or re-direct problems since you helped and guided me. THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I didn't want to have to wipe my hard drive and reinstall Win2K. Erik
Post #27
Well congrats, it appears your system is all clean Are you still noticing any problems? If not, it's time to secure your system to prevent against further intrusions.


THESE STEPS ARE VERY IMPORTANT

Let's reset system restore
Reset and Re-enable your System Restore to remove infected files that have been backed up by Windows. The files in System Restore are protected to prevent any programs changing those files. This is the only way to clean these files: You will lose all previous restore points which are likely to be infected. Please note you need Administrator Access to do clean the restore points.

1. Turn off System Restore.
On the Desktop, right-click My Computer.
Click Properties.
Click the System Restore tab.
Check Turn off System Restore.
Click Apply, and then click OK.

2. Reboot.

3. Turn ON System Restore.
On the Desktop, right-click My Computer.
Click Properties.
Click the System Restore tab.
UN-Check *Turn off System Restore*.
Click Apply, and then click OK.
NOTE: only do this ONCE,NOT on a regular basis


UPDATING WINDOWS AND INTERNET EXPLORER

IMPORTANT: You Need to Update Windows and Internet Explorer to protect your computer from the malware that is around on the Internet. Please go to the windows update site to get the critical updates.

If you are running Microsoft Office, or any portion thereof, go to the Microsoft's Office Update site and make sure you have at least all the critical updates installed (Free) Microsoft Office Update.

Make your Internet Explorer more secure

This can be done by following these simple instructions:
From within Internet Explorer click on the Tools menu and then click on Options.
Click once on the Security tab
Click once on the Internet icon so it becomes highlighted.
Click once on the Custom Level button.
Change the Download signed ActiveX controls to Prompt
Change the Download unsigned ActiveX controls to Disable
Change the Initialize and script ActiveX controls not marked as safe to Disable
Change the Installation of desktop items to Prompt
Change the Launching programs and files in an IFRAME to Prompt
Change the Navigate sub-frames across different domains to Prompt
Change the allow paste operations via script to Disable
When all these settings have been made, click on the OK button.
If it prompts you as to whether or not you want to save the settings, press the Yes button.
Next press the Apply button and then the OK to exit the Internet Properties page.



The following are recommended third party programs that are designed to keep your computer clean. A link as well as a brief description is included with each item.
  • Download Adaware
    Adaware is a free program. It scans for known spyware on your computer. These scans should be run at least once every two weeks. For more information, see this tutorial
    The program is available for download here
  • Download Spybot
    Spybot is a scanner like adaware. It scans for spyware and other malicious programs. It is important to have both Adaware and Spybot on your computer because each program provides unique detection and pretection measures. Spybot has preventitive tools that stop programs from even installing on your computer.
    To see how to set this up as well as more spybot features, see here
    Spybot can be downloaded at this location
  • Download SpywareBlaster
    Spyware blaster is a program that stops known malicious activex controls from installing on your computer. It works by changing settings in your registry. It makes "kill bits" in the registry, so that certain activex controls can't install.
    If you don't know what activex controls are, see here
    You can download SpywareBlaster here here
    SpywareBlaster tutorial
  • Download iespyad
    It puts many bad webpages on your restricted zones list. This means that you can still view the "bad" webpages, but the webpages cannot do certain things (such as use javascripts and cookies).
    If you need help understanding how it works, there is a tutorial here
    Download it here
  • hosts file:
    • Every version of windows has a hosts file as part of them.
    • In a very basic sense, they are used to locate webpages.
    • We can customize a hosts file so that it blocks certain webpages.
    • However, it can slow down certain computers.
    • This is why using a hosts file is optional!!
    Download it here. Make sure you read the instructions on how to install the hosts file. There is a good tutorial here
    If you decide to download the hosts file, the slowdown problems can usually be avoided by following these steps:
    • Click the start button (at the lower left hand corner of your screen)
    • Click run
    • In the dialog box, type services.msc
    • hit enter, then locate dns client
    • Highlight it, then double-click it.
    • On the dropdown box, change the setting from automatic to manual.
    • Click ok

  • Keep Anti Virus Software updated - Most AVs will update automatically, but if not I would recommend making updating the AV the first job every time the PC is connected to the internet. An AV that is using defs that are seven days old is not going to be much protection. If you do not update your anti virus software then it will not be able to catch any of the new variants that may come out.

Just a final reminder for you. I am trying to stress these two points.
UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE!!! Make sure you do this about every 1-2 weeks.
Make sure all of your security programs are up to date.
Run the spybot and adaware regularly. (Once or twice a week minimum.)
Visit Microsoft's Windows Update Site Frequently - It is important that you visit http://www.windowsupdate.com regularly. This will ensure your computer has always the latest security updates available installed on your computer. If there are new updates to install, install them immediately, reboot your computer, and revisit the site until there are no more critical updates.


Once again, please post and tell me how things are going with your system… problems etc.

Have a great day,
Blade
Post #29
Yes, I use this same speech template for every clean cases. Forgot to take that system restore part away, sorry. Skip that part of instructions. :)
Post #30
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