How do i find where the virus is buried and what files have been affected?
How do i delete them all and git rid of the virus?
2006-12-04 07:44:57 · 15 answers · asked by Angie2185 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
All of these are ones that I personally use and all are free.
AVG Removes I-Worm/Stration · BackDoor.Generic3.GBB and .GBC · Worm/Generic.FX · Exploit.WMF
http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/lng/us/tpl/v5
Spybot - Search & Destroy detects and removes spyware, a relatively new kind of threat not yet covered by common anti-virus applications. Spyware silently tracks your surfing behaviour to create a marketing profile for you that is transmitted without your knowledge to the compilers and sold to advertising companies. If you see new toolbars in your Internet Explorer that you haven't intentionally installed, if your browser crashes inexplicably, or if your home page has been "hijacked" (or changed without your knowledge), your computer is most probably infected with spyware. Even if you don't see the symptoms, your computer may be infected, because more and more spyware is emerging. Spybot-S&D is free, so there's no harm giving it a try to see if something has invaded your computer.
http://www.safer-networking.org/
http://superantispyware.com/
SUPERAntiSpyware is the most thorough scanner on the market. Our Multi-Dimensional Scanning and Process Interrogation Technology will detect spyware that other products miss! SUPERAntiSpyware will remove ALL the Spyware, NOT just the easy ones!
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Make sure after you download any of these, that you update them.
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2006-12-04 07:45:48 · answer #1 · answered by G 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You need anti-virus software such as McAfee or Norton, which you update regularly. If you already have it than simply open it and scan your system. The software will detect, isolate, and, with your permission, delete all viruses. You can download the latest Netscape browser for free which comes coupled with anti-virus software.
2006-12-04 15:49:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Update anti virus and spyware such as spybot. Turn computer off and then turn it on. Right when you turn it on start pressing the F8 key once every second then it will list options, choose safe mode. sign in and right click on my computer and go to the restore tab. Turn off system restore and then run scans. Godd luck
2006-12-04 15:47:35 · answer #3 · answered by sport_bike_rider79 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How do we compete with Classic? Great answer! You should already have anti-virus software on your pc. If not get Norton Anti-virus (www.symantec.com).
2006-12-04 15:47:38 · answer #4 · answered by adamseymourdavies 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Disconnect from the internet by unplugging the modem. Then run an anti virus and at least one anto spyware in Safe Mode. Then installsome security programs.
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. All the following programs are free for personal use;
You need to install one firewall.
The Windows firewall doesn't stop malware on your pc from dialling out.
http://www.zonelabs.com Zone Alarm firewall OR
http://www.comodogroup.com/ - Comodo security suite.
You need to install one anti virus;
http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/2/ -AVG anti virus or
http://www.avast.com - Avast Antivirus
You need all three anti spyware programs;
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. Use the Teatimer settings to protect Internet Explorer, and the Immuniser to stop malware getting on your pc.
And these are useful utilities;
http://www.mozilla.com/ - Firefox web browser.
http://www.ccleaner.com Cr*pcleaner Registry cleaner and privacy tool
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 -MacAffee Site Advisor warns about malware on sites you are about to visit.
http://spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm - The Spyware Warrior site identifies fake anti spyware programs.
https://www.grc.com - Shields Up security site, check your firewall works.
Remember to update and run all of you anti malware programs at least once a week.
2006-12-04 16:28:38 · answer #5 · answered by sarah c 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will have to get a virus protector like Norton u can down load them of the net.
2006-12-04 17:05:34 · answer #6 · answered by kimberley a 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes there are loads of free and costly anti virus softwares out there: you can use AVG free which is waht i use
2006-12-04 15:47:41 · answer #7 · answered by Ali B 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to download and run different tools. I recommend running EWIDO in safe mode. Works Great!
2006-12-04 15:46:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scan your computer with a antivirus program in SAFE MODE.
2006-12-04 15:50:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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I suggest you download AOL Active Virus Shield, It's based on the popular Kaspersky Lab Virus Killer.
There's links and also a great walkthrough with a step by step guide: http://walkthroughwizard.info/
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2006-12-04 15:48:00 · answer #10 · answered by radicalfunscout 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋