What are these weird dos programs and how do i stop them?

Question

recently ive had dos windows pop out and do seemingly nothing (im on xp) The filenames are really weird, like 62a9c5.exe and other random combinations. They are from my documents and settings//local settings/temp folder, but whenever i delete them, new ones appear soon after and run themselves again, with that dos window.

is this some sort of virus and what does it do? and how can i stop it? ive already ran my spyware and antivirus programs.

Answer 1

They could very well be viruses. Make sure the file names is correct and then do a google search to see if anything comes up. If not there, search your virus web site to see if they can identify the file name.

Make sure your virus definitions are current and then follow their directions for performing a virus scan from a cold boot.

Have you tried running Spybot or AdAware? These are good, free programs that may also help.

Answer 2

It sounds like a malware infection.
1st-Make sure to get all Windows updates DLed and installed.
2nd-Go to BitDefender.com for a free virus scan and cleaning. TrendMicro now charges to clean.
3rd-Download, install, and update Ad-Aware (free). Do a full system scan and delete the crap it finds. Do this weekly.
4th-Download, install, and update SpyBot Search & Destroy (free). Do a full system scan and delete the crap it finds. Do this weekly
5th-download, install and update AVG Anti-spyware.(Both free and paid versions available).Do a full system scan and delete the crap it finds. Do this weekly.


If you dont have a firewall, GET ONE. ZoneAlarm has a free version.
If you dont have an anti-virus, GET ONE. Both AVG and Avast have a free version but I recommend Nod32. It's the best available and it's not very expensive (about $40 US.) Install, update and do a full system scan at least weekly.

We all hate the 'weekly' stuff but it's necessary in today's net environment. "Get it clean and keep it clean!" should be your motto.

If this doesnt fix the problem, download HiJack This. Go to techsupportforum.com (there are others but this a good, free site) for instructions. DO NOT use HiJack This unless you are extremely knowledgeable about Windows and it's processes. You can seriously Bork your system. Let the pro's direct you.

For a safer, more secure, easier to use not mention faster browser, try Mozilla FireFox. For an e-mail client try Mozilla Thunderbird.

Answer 3

Scan the PC with a standard anti virus and an anti spyware. If you do not have, Please visit the following site and select a suitable free antivirus.
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You can visit the following site , if you want a more effective antivirus . You have to pay for it!
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You also try to select and install a suitable spyware from the following link to protect the Pc against spyware attacks.
http://tinyurl.com/ygvyzh