Recently I downloaded a virus from Limewire. I downloaded avast! antivirus, updated the database and ran it. I found Win32 trojan, and a few other things, and deleted them. The problem was that when I would open IE, my homepage would open, along with another page that would open by itself. It went from an ebay search of fishing rods to a blog site. When I ran the software last night, everything was running smoothly. This morning, it's acting up again. I ran the software and didn't find anything. What could this be, and how can I remove it?
2007-11-07 23:48:55 · 10 answers · asked by rickjamesbiyitch 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
This is not a problem at all. Here's what you need to do.
1st, don't waste your time with AVG, true sword, spybot, ad aware, CA, spyhunter, superantispyware, avast, panda, kaspersky, spyware blaster, bitdefender, spyware guard, windows defender or anything of the sort. Stay away from anything that is FREE when it comes to spyware and antivirus. There is a reason why they free. They are NOT good.
2nd, You need some of the best software out there. Norton Systemworks is very good. That's the only good software from Norton. I wouldn't recommend Norton Internet security, its not that great. Now the best software you should get is Webroot AntiVirus With AntiSpyware & Firewall, formally known as Webroot's Spysweeper with Anti-virus, this software is too good and gets better everyday. This is Elite software. It blocks over 455,000 definition threats, which contain multiple fringerprints with each(you can do the math). No other software can compete with that or come close for that matter. It catches everything: viruses, spyware, adware, malware, root kits, keyloggers, trojans, worms, and anything else. It also has active shields and a Firewall which learns from your useage. I've used them all and it is 2nd to none.
3rd, after you install and update the software, since its in your system you will have to turn off system restore and then go into safe mode and run the scan and eliminate the virus. then after removal, reboot and turn system restore back on.
4th, (Optional) Now if you for some reason don't go for Webroot's software. I recommend a Firewall from Zone Alarm, their free version is so good. Or you can buy their Pro version, but the free version will do more than the job.
5th, any probs during or after you do all this, send me an e-mail or IM. I guarenDAMNtee my answers and will help you in person from IM if needed.
2007-11-11 14:44:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, first off Win32 is a program in your computer that is necessarty, as for the trojan, that is the virus right there, anything labled with the trojan is a virus and should be elimintated through your anti virus software. Also check your virus vault and see if it is in there, if it is delete it.
2007-11-07 23:59:23 · answer #2 · answered by trey98607 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it is a virus. Get Norton 360. Never download a prog from Limewire without having a strong anti-virus.
2007-11-08 00:01:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You must use a good antivirus and adware software to scan your computer. If you have genuine windows then use live online OneCare tools from Microsoft. As for the AntiVirus is concerned, use atleast AVG that is free too.
for more information contact:
support@mutualbargains.ca
2007-11-08 00:01:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Download and run , - adaware
and also get the free version of AVG anti virus.
Google search um both.
The first one will check for adware/spyware and the second will do a proper virus scan. AVG is one of the best scanners about.
2007-11-07 23:54:32 · answer #5 · answered by Funky G 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Try running the utility below, prior to installing read the tut. This program tends to find things that alot of other programs can not
HijackThis 2.0.2
http://www.trendsecure.com/portal/en-US/tools/security_tools/hijackthis
HijackThis Tutorial - How to use HijackThis to remove Browser Hijackers & Spyware
http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/htlogtutorial.php
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial42.html
http://aumha.org/a/hjttutor.htm
HijackReader 1.03 Beta - This is a must to run the program on your own!
http://www.majorgeeks.com/HijackReader_d5385.html
2007-11-07 23:53:39 · answer #6 · answered by techchick 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Use some other software. Norton, AVG are free antivirus software. Ad-aware, Ewido are free spyware removers. You can download free softwares at http://fixit.in/antivirus.html and http://fixit.in/spywareremover.html
2007-11-08 00:09:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Follow the directions listed here and stop using Limewire.
2007-11-08 01:01:19 · answer #8 · answered by thammerlund 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hi.. have u tried kaspersky antivirus /kaspersky internet antivirus... download it and have ur pc a complete scan..
kaspersky.com
(u can research what kaspersky on wikipedia.com)
2007-11-08 00:30:32 · answer #9 · answered by bongskilog 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
lol..Sounds like a simple pop-up ad.
2007-11-07 23:52:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋