I have a number of anti spyware/adware programs, but none of them can find the spyware '180solutions'.
I know this is on my computer as the program 'SpyCatcher' prevents it from running, but cannot find it.
Any suggestions?
2006-09-25 09:26:26 · 7 answers · asked by steven_petersuk 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
Before attempting to remove malware you must switch off System Restore as back up files will be hiding in there, and it will just restore itself. Go to Start - programs - accessories - system tools - system restore.
Run Avast and Ewido in Safe Mode. To get into Safe Mode repeatedly press the F8 key after the bios screen loads but before Windows loads. You'll know if you made it because the screen will be at 800 x 600 and your pc will be slow.
Then beef up your security. Its easier to prevent malware getting on to your sytem in the first place rather than trying to remove it.
http://www.ewido.net - Ewido anti trojan
Ad-Aware SE Personal anti adware
http://www.lavasoft.com
Spybot Search and Destroy anti spyware
http://www.safer-networking.org
http://www.avast.com - Avast Antivirus, also prevents and finds some trojans (spyware).
http://spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm - The Spyware Warrior site identifies fake anti spyware programs.
The Windows firewall doesn't stop malware on your pc from dialling out. Either of these firewalls are free for personal use and stop unwanted incoming and outgoing traffic. You choose which programs are allowed to access the internet. They are both fairly easy to use and updated regularly.
http://www.zonelabs.com Zone Alarm firewall
http://www.kerio.com Kerio firewall
Shields Up security site, check your firewall works
https://www.grc.com
http://www.mozilla.com/ Firefox web browser
http://www.opera.com/ Opera web browser
Instal both these web browsers, turn off javascript on one and use that browser for vising unknown websites. They don't support Active X so thats one less way for problems to get on your pc.
Spywareblaster works with Internet Explorer and Firefox. It won't uninstall spyware that is already on your pc, but it will prevent hijacks and other malicious changes to your browser.
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com
2006-09-25 09:42:01 · answer #1 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Free Anti-Adware/Malware/Spyware protection:
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/1 I recommend ewido!!!
http://www.safer-networking.org/
http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-SE-Personal-Edition/3000-8022_4-10045910.html?part=dl-ad-aware&subj=dl&tag=top5
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
http://www.superantispyware.com/
Free Online Spyware Scan:
http://www.spywareguide.com/onlinescan.php Very good for newbies!
2006-09-25 09:32:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yahoo Companin toolbar will remove it, plus Ad-Aware aand Spybot Search and Destroy.
Run the computer in safe mode, then run the programs, that way, if there si a running process, it will take it out.
2006-09-25 09:34:42 · answer #3 · answered by Mazz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is an adware program. AdAware SE and the procedure at this site should remove it.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/IE/community/columns/bugbusting.mspx
2006-09-25 09:47:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
None to be honest. You will prob need help to get this removal manually.
If you want an expert to help you for free, you can post a HijackThis log at Bleeping Computer. Instructions for doing so can be found here:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic34773.html
2006-09-26 05:42:32 · answer #5 · answered by grinler 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.spywareremove.com/remove180Solutions.html
2006-09-25 09:31:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
check this out
http://www.download.com/ad-aware-se-pers...
2006-09-27 04:21:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋