The first popup i got was 'System Integrity Check' that says i have errors in registry and file system. After this popup i started to get lots of popups to do with adware/spyware/malware especially the one telling me to download winantivirus 2006. Also sometimes when i want to go to a web page it takes me to another and i need to press back to get the page i want. Is this a virus? How to i stop it?
2006-10-13 20:52:45 · 11 answers · asked by wailive2002 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
Aaaargh! Not the Winantivirus trojan! Never mind, it can be got rid of;
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 your anti virus and anti spyware 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.
The Windows firewall doesn't stop malware on your pc from dialling out. Zone Alarm firewall is free for personal use and stops unwanted incoming and outgoing traffic. You choose which programs are allowed to access the internet. It's fairly easy to use and updated regularly.
http://www.zonelabs.com Zone Alarm firewall
Shields Up security site;
https://www.grc.com - check your firewall works
http://www.grc.com/optout.htm - grc anti spyware program and info.
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.
Winpatrol is a handy utility that tracks cookies on your pc and stops unwanted changes to your startup folder.
http://www.winpatrol.com
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
http://www.siteadvisor.com -Site Advisor warns about malware on sites you are about to visit.
http://www.avast.com - Avast Antivirus
http://www.ewido.net - AVG(Ewido) anti trojan
http://www.lavasoft.com - Ad-Aware SE Personal anti adware
http://www.safer-networking.org - Spybot Search and Destroy anti spyware
http://spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm - The Spyware Warrior site identifies fake anti spyware programs.
http://www.bitdefender.com -BitDefender can be used as a second, on demand anti virus.
http://www.ccleaner.com Cr*pcleaner Registry cleaner and privacy tool
You can also download Microsofts free Windows Defender from the official Microsoft site, and the Malicious Software Removal Tool.
Remember to update and run all of you anti malware programs at least once a week.
2006-10-14 02:24:48 · answer #1 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily a virus but sounds like you been visiting some dodgy sites like P2P etc. Upgrade your anti-virus to one that has an effective Spyware,Adware and pop-up blocker. Since you have Yahoo!, use their Norton Spyware blocker/cleaner for starters. it's in the Yahoo! Toolbar download.
2006-10-13 21:07:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dear,
Step 1: Download and install AVG Antispyware from www.ewido.net and update it.Then run a complete scan and delete whole bugs found.Your problem will get solved.100% Guranteed !
Still problem persists means..continue to..
Step 2: Download and install Norton Antivirus and run a full system scan and delete the whole bugs found.
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2006-10-13 21:03:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if anything ever pops up telling you to download an anti-spyware/anti-virus program...dont' do it.....it is adware/spyware in itself...
some of this can be hard to remove...i'd say go ahead and get a reputable anti-everything program, *ie. mcafee, norton* for the time being just get the yahoo toolbar w/ the free spyware tool, its DECENT for removing files, you will have to get something that goes further in depth...
also i'll recommend V-com Fix-It Utilites, it will help repair your registry and maintain your computer
good luck!
2006-10-13 20:58:56 · answer #4 · answered by djayfenix 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first of all ignore all popups telling you you need this you need that. Blah blah blah.
The AVG is a good one to get rid of viruses and trojans.
Firefox has a great popup blocker and a firewall try it to see if you like it.
run the ada ware and the avg and your troubles should be solved.
oh i almost forgot to tell you about spybot.com try that too its great.
2006-10-13 21:38:18 · answer #5 · answered by mindbender - seeker of truth 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First Off, please take backup of all your important files. ITs very tricky to get rid of all the malware/spyware from an "Infected" PC. Best bet would be to reinstall your Operating system & apply all the updates for your OS. Install Anti-Virus system and Firewall.
2016-05-22 00:38:03 · answer #6 · answered by Lizabeth 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to download anti-spyware such as Ad-AwareSE by lavasoft.com or EZarmor at ezarmor.com.
2006-10-13 21:03:58 · answer #7 · answered by ♥cinnamonmj♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this sound like u gt spyware if u can go do www.lavasoft.com and download adaware also try windows defender
2006-10-13 20:55:28 · answer #8 · answered by J F 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get adaware program from http://www.download.com its free and good. or get some good anti virus or internet security program
2006-10-13 20:56:58 · answer #9 · answered by Ask, and it shall be answered~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
adware is a virus,
2006-10-13 21:19:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋