Virus In Rina's Computer?

[Volk9]

I guess Rinas computer is saying that it has a virus in it, and she's scanned/removed it, but apparently it comes back or something. Her internet messes up also and she can't open new windows without it exiting the internet.

Any free virus scanners/removal software online that you would recommend?

[TheMadgician]

Malware bytes. Spybot search and destroy.

[Rina]

It originally said it was a Trojan virus...

[Jamesman42]

It originally said it was a Trojan virus...

That is the definition of getting screwed when the virus protects itself.

[Jamesman42]

Malware bytes. Spybot search and destroy.

Good advice.

[jmplayer]

Also, Avira Antivirus. Be sure to run it in safe mode and put the antivirus software on a flash drive to put on the computer so you can actually defeat this virus

[TheMadgician]

I personally recommend AVG. But I use the full version, and I've heard the free isn't nearly as good. So take that as you will.

[Jamesman42]

I have the free version of AVG...I think I'll upgrade when I get my new computer.

[Tripp]

I use a combo of Malwarebytes and Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE), both are free programs.

I've used a barrage of free Antiviruses, and have found MSE to be the most effective.

[dethklok09]

I used search and destroy on my old computer and it did fucking wonders, you can't go wrong with it.

[El Barto]

Unfortunately, pretty much everybody here is correct.  Each one of those recommended aps will probably find and remove something.  Nothing catches everything.  The mistake most people make is running one of those and then assuming they're fixed when it reports catching something.  If your problem recurs 3 weeks later, it wasn't fixed.

My current strategy is to run MB-AM and SAS, then my antivirus afterward.  Then my newest useful ap, UnHackMe.  It's complicated to run the first time, but once it's started it'll run at bootup and snag rootkits, which are generally the underlying problem.  When these thing crop up at the shop, I'll generally take 12 hours or so to run all of my scans and repairs.  Sucks. 

Frankly, the people who come up with this shit are #2 on the list of people who really make me re-think my anti-capital punishment stance. 

[MetalJunkie]

If possible, run the task manager (ctrl+alt+delete) and see if there's a process running that sounds strange or is a random jumble of letters and/or numbers. End it. If you can't open the task manager, restart the computer and if you get lucky, you can open it before whatever program or process might have a chance to load. Once you end the process from there, you can work at getting rid of it. That's how I beat my last one.

[Gadough]

Attempt a system restore. It doesn't always work, but it's worth a shot. That's the first thing I try, because in my experience it seems to have a 50/50 chance of solving the problem.

[SPNKr]

numbers. End it.

[XJDenton]

Honestly? Format the PC. Its the only way to be certain the system is no longer compromised.

Attempt a system restore. It doesn't always work, but it's worth a shot. That's the first thing I try, because in my experience it seems to have a 50/50 chance of solving the problem.

System restore is one of the easiest and first things that are infected. You may have been lucky but generally most virus removal guides for specific trojans start with disabling system restore.

[Jirpo]

I usually just attempt a restartion of the computer.

[TheMadgician]

Honestly? Format the PC. Its the only way to be certain the system is no longer compromised.

Attempt a system restore. It doesn't always work, but it's worth a shot. That's the first thing I try, because in my experience it seems to have a 50/50 chance of solving the problem.

System restore is one of the easiest and first things that are infected. You may have been lucky but generally most virus removal guides for specific trojans start with disabling system restore.

Formatting is a bit extreme. I wouldn't recommend dropping the nuke unless there's no other alternative. Personally, I've been able to go from having a remote controlling trojan and some other viruses to being completely clean. All I used was Malwarebytes, Spybot, and AVG full.

[Volk9]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys. Rinas going to look through the processes, get MalwareBytes, and hopefully that should work (the system restore isnt working atm, so maybe the virus is hiding it or something).

[dongringo]

If you can't open the task manager, restart the computer and if you get lucky, you can open it before whatever program or process might have a chance to load.

This is an excellent tip.

I also suggest looking at what Start Up programs are running in the background. Sometimes this gets infected too, but there's a way around that. Download Ccleaner from cnet.com and click on Tools then Startup and you will be able to see and disable any Startup programs that shouldn't be running. Most people are surprised to see what's running in the background that they had no idea about. While your at it, run the cleaner and scan and fix registry issues. This program won't find and rid your computer of a virus, but it's a great tool to diable unwanted startup items, delete unwanted programs, clean up your hard drive and registry. You can even wipe the free space of your hard drive clean.

[MykeHavoc]

Using malwarebytes in safe mode usually does the trick for me.

[Nigerius Rex]

When I fix machines that are heavily infested, I see if the machine will boot in safe mode. If it succeeds, chances are it is salvageble, and if not, its generally never worth the trouble of repairing every single dependency to make sure the computer will never run into problems in the future.

So, pop in safe mode, if it errors out then you have your solution.

If not, pop in safe mode and run a scanner to see if it can identify the type of infection. You can then research that infection to see if there are special tools or tricks to clean it out or if it a format is recommended.

But seriously, unless there is data you cant recreate, just save the time and wipe that bitch new.

[XJDenton]

Formatting is a bit extreme. I wouldn't recommend dropping the nuke unless there's no other alternative. Personally, I've been able to go from having a remote controlling trojan and some other viruses to being completely clean. All I used was Malwarebytes, Spybot, and AVG full.

Well put it this way, do you want to risk the integrity of your system on the assumption that your skills at removing viruses are better than the person who coded it's abilities to latch it into system files? Personally I wouldnt risk it for the sake of the day or two it takes to wipe the system.

[Perpetual Change]

I use SuperAntiSpyware, than MSE, then restart and run SAS again. Usually it takes a couple of hours.

I don't have any performance issues, but SAS always detects the same shit over and over again. I do this whole process once a month or so, so I'm assuming that somewhere I frequently visit is giving me this stuff. I have a good idea where it's coming from, but I don't really care because it doesn't effect performance and no-one has stolen my credit card info yet.

[kári]

Where's tjanuranus?

[Aramatheis]

Frankly, the people who come up with this shit are #2 on the list of people who really make me re-think my anti-capital punishment stance. 

what's the number one reason?

serial killers?
rapists?
pedophiles?
slow driving seniors?

[axeman90210]

I'm guessing people who talk in the movies

[Aramatheis]

shit, I forgot about them..

they are the worrrrrrrrst.

[splent]

I personally recommend AVG. But I use the full version, and I've heard the free isn't nearly as good. So take that as you will.

I have the free one, and the free one works great.  I can't afford a paid antivirus right now.

[jmplayer]

If you can't open the task manager, restart the computer and if you get lucky, you can open it before whatever program or process might have a chance to load.

This is an excellent tip.

I also suggest looking at what Start Up programs are running in the background. Sometimes this gets infected too, but there's a way around that. Download Ccleaner from cnet.com and click on Tools then Startup and you will be able to see and disable any Startup programs that shouldn't be running. Most people are surprised to see what's running in the background that they had no idea about. While your at it, run the cleaner and scan and fix registry issues. This program won't find and rid your computer of a virus, but it's a great tool to diable unwanted startup items, delete unwanted programs, clean up your hard drive and registry. You can even wipe the free space of your hard drive clean.

You can also disable start-up via Start > Run > type in msconfig in Run > to disable services.

[tjanuranus]

Where's tjanuranus?

What now? lol!

I'm not into trolling about computers. I get trolled on sure but to troll? Nah.

Now on facebook i'll troll about anything just to piss people off. Facebook is good for that but i like this forum lol.

[YtseBitsySpider]

Formatting is a bit extreme. I wouldn't recommend dropping the nuke unless there's no other alternative. Personally, I've been able to go from having a remote controlling trojan and some other viruses to being completely clean. All I used was Malwarebytes, Spybot, and AVG full.

Well put it this way, do you want to risk the integrity of your system on the assumption that your skills at removing viruses are better than the person who coded it's abilities to latch it into system files? Personally I wouldnt risk it for the sake of the day or two it takes to wipe the system.

This.
Stop going to stupid sites where you pick this crap up too.

[TheMadgician]

I keep glancing at the topic title and reading it as something else. When you glance really quick "virus in rinas" looks like "vagina"

[TempusVox]

I guess Rinas computer is saying that it has a virus in it

So......where else have you been putting your mouse Volk?  



Sorry...Couldn't resist!


To the point. I use a few, but the one I use most frequently is Vipre.

[SPNKr]

I keep glancing at the topic title and reading it as something else. When you glance really quick "virus in rinas" looks like "vagina"

Or you can put it in the way that Computer also means Vagina. One or the other. That's how wrong my mind wants to read it every time I see this thread.

[kári]

Where's tjanuranus?

What now? lol!

I'm not into trolling about computers. I get trolled on sure but to troll? Nah.

Now on facebook i'll troll about anything just to piss people off. Facebook is good for that but i like this forum lol.

You know damn well what I mean.