Solved 20+ dllhost.exe*32 running...sigh

[ncrecordkeeper]

I'm having the same/similar issue. Computer all of a sudden running like mollases, especially once getting on the Internet. Have Windows 7 pro 64. Have 8 gig ram. Have Webroot SecureAnywhere on my machine. I think it caught a suspicious threat scanning it. Also have run malwarebytes antimalware. It removed a couple threats. After looking at the processes running, a ton of the dllhost.exe *32 are running. CPU usage in the %90s, physical memory in the high %80s. Not sure what to do next as I'm simply an end user.

 

[ncrecordkeeper]

FYI, also have a ton of svchost.exe processes running, for what it's worth.

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Hello,


I moved your posts to your own topic.




Please download Farbar Recovery Scan Tool and save it to your desktop.

Note: You need to run the version compatibale with your system. If you are not sure which version applies to your system download both of them and try to run them.
Only one of them will run on your system, that will be the right version.

• Double-click to run it. When the tool opens click Yes to disclaimer.
• Press Scan button.
• It will make a log (FRST.txt) in the same directory the tool is run. Please attach it to your reply.
• The first time the tool is run, it makes also another log (Addition.txt). Please attach it to your reply.

 

[ncrecordkeeper]

Files attached. Let me know what you see.

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

First, go to Control Panel and uninstall following (skip lines that cannot be uninstalled):
- Ask Toolbar
- Ask Toolbar Updater
- CouponBar

Fix with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

This fix was created for this user for use on that particular machine.

Running it on another one may cause damage and render the system unstable.

​

Download attached fixlist.txt file and save it to the Desktop:

Both files, FRST and fixlist.txt have to be in the same location or the fix will not work!

• Right-click on
  
  icon and select
  
  Run as Administrator to start the tool.
  (XP users click run after receipt of Windows Security Warning - Open File).
• Press the Fix button just once and wait.
• If for some reason the tool needs a restart, please make sure you let the system restart normally. After that let the tool complete its run.
• When finished FRST will generate a log on the Desktop, called Fixlog.txt.

Please attach it to your reply.

Fix with AdwCleaner

Please download AdwCleaner by Xplode and save the file to your desktop.

• Right-click on
  
  icon and select
  
  Run as Administrator to start the tool.
• Follow the prompts and click Scan.
• When finished, please click Clean.
• Upon completion, click Report. A log (AdwCleaner[S*].txt) will open.

Please include the contents of that file in your reply.

Scan with Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware

Please re-run

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware.

• First of all, select update.
• Once updated, click the Settings tab, in the left panel choose Detctions & protection and tick Scan for rootkits.
• Click the Scan tab, choose Threat Scan is checked and click Scan Now.
• If threats are detected, click the Apply Actions button. You will now be prompted to reboot. Click Yes.
• Upon completion of the scan (or after the reboot), click the History tab.
• Click Application Logs and double-click the newest Scan Log.
• At the bottom click Export and choose Text file.

Save the file to your desktop and include its content in your next reply.

 

[ncrecordkeeper]

Thanks for the help. Fixlog.txt attached. Contents of the other two as follows.

So is that it, should I just wait and see how everything runs, or are there any other steps I need to do?

AdwCleaner file:

# AdwCleaner v3.308 - Report created 26/08/2014 at 13:00:11
# Updated 20/08/2014 by Xplode
# Operating System : Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 (64 bits)
# Username : mtw - WMRWKS08
# Running from : C:\Users\mtw.WMRCORP\Downloads\AdwCleaner.exe
# Option : Clean

***** [ Services ] *****


***** [ Files / Folders ] *****

Folder Deleted : C:\ProgramData\Ask
Folder Deleted : C:\ProgramData\AVG Secure Search
Folder Deleted : C:\ProgramData\NCH Software
Folder Deleted : C:\Program Files (x86)\Conduit
Folder Deleted : C:\Program Files (x86)\NCH Software
Folder Deleted : C:\Program Files (x86)\Answers.com

***** [ Scheduled Tasks ] *****


***** [ Shortcuts ] *****


***** [ Registry ] *****

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Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppID\secman.DLL
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppID\TbCommonUtils.DLL
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\AppID\TbHelper.EXE
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\ComObject.DeskbarEnabler
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\ComObject.DeskbarEnabler.1
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\S
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Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\secman.OutlookSecurityManager.1
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Classes\TbCommonUtils.CommonUtils
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Key Deleted : HKCU\Software\InstalledBrowserExtensions
Key Deleted : HKCU\Software\AppDataLow\Toolbar
Key Deleted : HKCU\Software\AppDataLow\Software\Conduit
Key Deleted : HKCU\Software\AppDataLow\Software\SmartBar
Key Deleted : HKCU\Software\AppDataLow\Software\Answers.com
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Conduit
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Answers.com
Key Deleted : HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Answers.com Toolbar
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***** [ Browsers ] *****

-\\ Internet Explorer v9.0.8112.16563


-\\ Google Chrome v

*************************

AdwCleaner[R0].txt - [12236 octets] - [26/08/2014 12:57:19]
AdwCleaner[S0].txt - [11821 octets] - [26/08/2014 13:00:11]

########## EOF - C:\AdwCleaner\AdwCleaner[S0].txt - [11882 octets] ##########




Malwarebytes scan file:

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
www.malwarebytes.org

Scan Date: 8/26/2014
Scan Time: 1:07:10 PM
Logfile: Malwarebytes scan file.txt
Administrator: Yes

Version: 2.00.2.1012
Malware Database: v2014.08.26.05
Rootkit Database: v2014.08.21.01
License: Free
Malware Protection: Disabled
Malicious Website Protection: Disabled
Self-protection: Disabled

OS: Windows 7 Service Pack 1
CPU: x64
File System: NTFS
User: mtw

Scan Type: Threat Scan
Result: Completed
Objects Scanned: 531845
Time Elapsed: 14 min, 53 sec

Memory: Enabled
Startup: Enabled
Filesystem: Enabled
Archives: Enabled
Rootkits: Enabled
Heuristics: Enabled
PUP: Warn
PUM: Enabled

Processes: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Modules: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Keys: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Values: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Data: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Folders: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Files: 0
(No malicious items detected)

Physical Sectors: 0
(No malicious items detected)


(end)

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Wait, and tell me how is your PC now?

 

[ncrecordkeeper]

So far so good. Seems to be back to normal, and I'm connected to the Internet and using multiple programs at once.

So what was the issue that caused it, if you know?

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

You were infected with Poweliks malware.



Below you will find my thoughts about securing your machine. Go ahead through it, you will benefit from some useful advice about safe computing.

Recommended reading:
​

MUST READ - security tips:

• Computer Security - a short guide to staying safer online.
• Simple and easy ways to keep your computer safe and secure on the Internet

MUST READ - general maintenance:

• What to do if your Computer is running slowly?

The Importance of Software Updating:
​

In order to stay protected it is very important that you regularly update all of your software. Cybercriminals depend on the apathy of users around software updates to keep their malicious endeavor running.​

Operating systems, such as Windows, and applications, such as Adobe Reader or JAVA, are used by tens of millions of computers and devices around the world, making them a huge target for cybercriminals. Downloading updates and installing them can sometimes be tedious, but the advantages you get from the updates are certainly worth it.

• How to configure and use Automatic Updates in Windows
• How to update Java
• How to update Adobe Reader

Recommended additional software:
​

TFC - to clean unneeded temporary files.

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - to scan your system from time to time in search for malware.

Malwarebytes' Anti-Exploit - to prevent plenty of mostly exploited vulnerabilities.

McShield - to prevent infections spread by removable media.

CryptoPrevent - to secure yourself from very severe CryptoLocker infection.

Unchecky - to prevent from installing additional foistware, implemented in legitimate installations.

FiheHippo.com Update Checker - to keep your programs up-to-date.

Adblock - to surf the web without annoying ads!

Post-cleanup procedures:​

Download DelFix by Xplode and save it to your desktop.

• Run the tool by right click on the
  
  icon and Run as administrator option.
• Make sure that these ones are checked:
  • Remove disinfection tools
  • Purge system restore
  • Reset system settings
• Push Run and wait until the tool completes his work.
• All tools we used should be gone. Tool will create an report for you (C:\DelFix.txt)

The tool will also record healthy state of registry and make a backup using ERUNT program in %windir%\ERUNT\DelFix
Tool deletes old system restore points and create a fresh system restore point after cleaning.

My help is free for everybody.
If you're happy with the help provided and/or wish to buy me a beer for the assistance you received, then you can consider a donation:
Thank you!​

Stay safe,
TwinHeadedEagle

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Since this issue appears to be resolved, I am closing the topic. If that is not the case and you need or wish to continue with this topic, please contact me or any staff member with the address of the thread.

Other members who need assistance please start your own topic in a new thread. Thanks!