3 issues this time around!

[Gib]

When I looked to find a cause to the main problem (loss of storage space) I used a program to help
me in doing so and I have been focused these past few days since the cryptowall incident!

Could you delete all the files in Content.ie5 in two different directories?

Users\account name\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\temporary internet files\content.ie5
9 files in content.ie5
Users\account name\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\temporary internet files\low\content.ie5
32 files in content.ie5

The second problem I'm having has to do with the volume mixer settings. They keep getting changed
when I unmute it goes back to mute on several volume settings.

Third has to do with browsing history the default was 20 days and now the settings stay on 0 days
and I change the days and they change back to 0.

I also want to point out that both Content.ie5 folders are not visible, which means they are
shown as transparent.

 

[argus]

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.

 

[Gib]

I did produce the fixlog and yesterday I thought the content.ie5 fix would nip it in the bud, the problem I have with constant loss of hard drive space, but I'm losing more space even though the content.ie5 fix has stopped the problem momentarily. Is there any way you can figure out if there is spyware or a virus in my system that's causing constant loss of space? I want to try to keep this thread open by posting and I will continue to remain active in the midst of this problem. I almost forgot to mention that content.ie5 has produced 4 new files and \low\content.ie5 also has 4 new files. I know its normal for there to be files in content.ie5 but I don't know if they are supposed to grow in size. To me, I don't know if that's normal, but the files in both content.ie5 locations are just visible and they aren't showing signs of growth.

I also included in this post FRST.txt and Addition.txt. Please do not clear out my browsing history!

 

[argus]

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.

 

[Gib]

I can't open Thursday (in browsing history) is there any way you can fix that to where I can get to Thursday's sites?

 

[argus]

Scan with ComboFix

This is a very powerful tool that should be used only if advised by Malware Analyst.
Do not run ComboFix on your own!

Referring to this instruction, please download ComboFix by sUBs and save it to your desktop.
Temporary disable your AntiVirus and AntiSpyware protection - instructions here.

• Right-click on
  
  icon and select
  
  Run as Administrator to start the tool.
• Accept the disclaimer and agree if prompted to install Recovery Console.
• Do not take any actions while ComboFix goes through your System - it may cause it to stall!
• This scan may take some time!
• When finished - it will display a logfile (located also on your main drive, usually C:\ComboFix.txt).

Include that log in your next reply.

If you'll encounter any issues with internet connection after running ComboFix, please visit this link.

If an error about operation on the key marked for deletion will appear after running the tool, please reboot your machine.

 

[Gib]

Ok, running combo-fix gave my hard drive a little bit of a boost so that's good. I forgot to mention in thhe past that browsing history is still at 20 days in the settings so that's also good. The volume mixer is also doing better, about 98% close no problems in audio!

 

[argus]

System is clean.


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.



Greeting!

 

[Gib]

Hold on Argus, I want to leave this thread open a little while longer, I'm not done yet!

 

[argus]

OK.

 

[Gib]

I gotta ask you how's your c drive (at home) or how was the c drive elsewhere. Are you periodically losing a little hard drive space or is your hard drive completely stabilized?

 

[argus]

I gotta ask you how's your c drive (at home) or how was the c drive elsewhere. Are you periodically losing a little hard drive space or is your hard drive completely stabilized?

My disk is stable.
You do not hold folders to your desktop.
Check folders Downloads and My Pictures.

How to Clean up the WinSxS

http://blogs.technet.com/b/askpfepl...n-windows-server-2008-r2-with-new-update.aspx

 

[Gib]

Did my question offended you? I don't think its harsh, but did it offend you?

 

[argus]

Did my question offended you? I don't think its harsh, but did it offend you?

is not

 

[Gib]

I think I finally might have nipped it in the bud, the problem pertaining to this dreaded constant loss of space! I will be checking my hard drive from time to time!

I enclosed FRST.txt and Addition.txt because there is a slight problem ONLY in Internet Explorer and that problem is with the audio. I tried 11/8/14 to tune in to a radio program and didn't have sound, so I tried in device manager disabled the high definition audio in DM then I rebooted (by cursor) afterwards enabled and that didn't work.

I do appreciate the winsxs information.

 

[argus]

Download

Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit to your desktop.

• Double-click the icon to start the tool.
• It will ask you where to extract it, then it will start.
• Warning! Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit needs to be run from an account with administrator rights.
• Click in the introduction screen "next" to continue.
• Click in the following screen "Update" to obtain the latest malware definitions.
• Once the update is complete select "Next" and click "Scan".
• When the scan is finished and no malware has been found select "Exit".
• If malware was detected, make sure to check all the items and click "Cleanup". Reboot your computer.
• Open the MBAR folder and paste the content of the following files in your next reply:
  • "mbar-log-{date} (xx-xx-xx).txt"
  • "system-log.txt"

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.

 

[Gib]

I downloaded FRST fix list first.

 

[argus]

Re-enable downloads in Internet Explorer



Re-enable downloads in Internet Explorer

1. Close all Internet Explorer windows.
2. Press the Windows key
   
   + R.
3. Type inetcpl.cpl into the Open field and click OK. This will open Internet Properties (otherwise known as Internet Options).
   
   
   
   
   Figure 1-1
   
   
4. Click the Security tab
   
   Reset all zones to default level.
   
   
   
   
   Figure 1-2
   
   
5. When you are finished, click OK to save your changes.

How is the situation now?

 

[Gib]

What download problem am I having?


Note: I started out with FRST because that was all I noticed as a reply.

 

[argus]

Only preventive, poweliks malware blocking IE.

Is everything ok now?