Solved COM Surrogate, Malware?

[MrHappy]

I am not even sure if this is a normal process to be running. I have never seen it before today.
When I open my task manager, there is 2 instances of it, and they quickly go away seconds after opening the manager. If i right click it before it goes away, i can "goto details" and it shows a dllhost, which also goes away after seeing it.

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Hello,

Follow this topic and attach requested reports:

http://malwaretips.com/threads/preparation-guide-before-requesting-malware-removal-help.20334/

 

[MrHappy]

Here are the 2 log files, and thank you.

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

PC seems pretty clean, we will just remove some Adware present.

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.

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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
  
  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.
• Wait until the database is updated.
• Accept the Terms of use 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.

Note: Reports will be saved in your system partition, usually at C:\Adwcleaner

 

[MrHappy]

the attached file you sent is not fixlist.txt but my FRSTlog

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Sorry, try again.

 

[MrHappy]

Im not sure if im missing something here, but isnt that what i should be generating after i run the fixlist.txt?
The previous file was fixlog.txt
Sorry if im not understanding

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

I have gone mad completely

Fixlist is attached now.

 

[MrHappy]

Its alright, I understand. You are merely testing me to see if I read the instructions or not. Here is the 2 log files.

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Good. How is your PC now?

 

[MrHappy]

It is running as it was before. I was just concerned about the com surogate process.
I Suppose that there is no issue. I thank you for your time and speedy replies!

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Glad I could help. We will delete all used tools and I'll give you some tips to harden your security and learn how to protect yourself

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

MUST READ - general maintenance:

• What to do if your Computer is running slowly?

The Importance of Software Updating:
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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:
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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.

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

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