Solved Can't remove malware - video/audio downloads pop-ups

Grace Simms

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Jul 16, 2014
5
HP laptop had RadSteroids installed. I removed that via Uninstall a Program. The pop-ups stayed. I have used AdwCleaner, Hitman Pro, Malwarebytes, Combofix, and Junkware removal tool. I have reset IE and Firefox. Pop-ups from (for example) - computerhelpdesk.co or Internet Donwload Manager2 continue to appear. I have tried the suggestions on this forum and they have really helped. I'm not sure what I'm missing. Any help is appreciated!
 
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Grace Simms

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Jul 16, 2014
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I have now run SpyHunter and it shows that Muvic toolbar is installed. Is there a way to remove that?
 

TwinHeadedEagle

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Mar 8, 2013
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Hello,


Before we start please read and note the following:


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Limit your internet access to posting here, some infections just wait to steal typed-in passwords.
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Don't run any scripts or tools on your own, unsupervised usage may cause more harm than good.
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Do not paste the logs in your posts, attachments make my work easier. There is a Upload a File button which you can use to attach your reports. Attach all reports.
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Stay with me to the end, the absence of symptoms doesn't mean that your machine is fully operational.
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Note that we may live in totally different time zones, what may cause some delays between answers.
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Do not ask for help for your business PC. Companies are making revenue via computers, so it is good thing to pay someone to repair it.

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I can't foresee everything, so if anything unexpected happens, please stop and inform me!
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There are no silly questions. Never be afraid to ask if in doubt!




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Scan with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

Please download Farbar Recovery Scan Tool x64 and save it to your Desktop.
  • Right-click on
    FRST.gif
    icon and select
    RunAsAdmin.jpg
    Run as Administrator to start the tool.
    (XP users click run after receipt of Windows Security Warning - Open File).
  • When the tool opens click Yes to disclaimer.
  • Make sure that Addition option is checked.
  • Press Scan button and wait.
  • The tool will produce two logfiles on your desktop: FRST.txt and Addition.txt.
Please attach them into your next reply.
 

Grace Simms

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Jul 16, 2014
5
Thank you for your reply! I've attached the two reports.
 

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TwinHeadedEagle

Level 41
Verified
Mar 8, 2013
22,627
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Fix with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

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This fix was created for this user for use on that particular machine.
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Running it on another one may cause damage and render the system unstable.
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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
    FRST.gif
    icon and select
    RunAsAdmin.jpg
    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.




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Scan with ZOEK

Please download ZOEK by Smeenk and save it to your desktop (preferred version is the *.exe one)
Temporary disable your AntiVirus and AntiSpyware protection - instructions here.

  • Right-click on
    51a612a8b27e2-Zoek.png
    icon and select
    RunAsAdmin.jpg
    Run as Administrator to start the tool.
  • Wait patiently until the main console will appear, it may take a minute or two.
  • In the main box please paste in the following script:
    Code:
    createsrpoint;
    autoclean;
    emptyalltemp;
  • Make sure that Scan All Users option is checked.
  • Push Run Script and wait patiently. The scan may take a couple of minutes.
  • When the scan completes, a zoek-results logfile should open in notepad.
  • If a reboot is needed, it will be opened after it. You may also find it at your main drive (usually C:\ drive)

Attach report into your next reply.
 

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Grace Simms

New Member
Thread author
Jul 16, 2014
5
It is working!!! Thank you!!! Can you tell me why the recommended scanners didn't remove the malware?
 

TwinHeadedEagle

Level 41
Verified
Mar 8, 2013
22,627
Malware evolves everyday, sometimes some automated programs cannot detect or remove malware, so this is where our tools take the action :)




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:
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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
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MUST READ - general maintenance: What to do if your Computer is running slowly?



Recommended additional software:
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TFC - to clean unneeded temporary files.
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Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - to scan your system from time to time in search for malware.
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Malwarebytes' Anti-Exploit - to prevent plenty of mostly exploited vulnerabilities.
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McShield - to prevent infections spread by removable media.
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CryptoPrevent - to secure yourself from very severe CryptoLocker infection.
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Unchecky - to prevent from installing additional foistware, implemented in legitimate installations.


The following will implement some post-cleanup procedures:

=> Please download DelFix by Xplode to your Desktop.

Run the tool and check the following boxes below;
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Remove disinfection tools
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Create registry backup
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Purge System Restore

Click Run button and wait a few seconds for the programme completes his work.
At this point all the tools we used here 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.




Stay safe,
TwinHeadedEagle :)
 

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