@ shariq alamHow To Remove Spylocked And Spywarelocked (removal Instructions)

Hey Everyone

I'm not a big forum poster though I do like to creep around them from time to time.

Excellent site!

this is a great site i've stumbled upon. i thought i knew my computer well, but i guess i was wrong. there's a lot more in here that i'm going to learn

Just posting--finally--after having lurked (and learned) here for a couple years. Think I know enough about these bleeping machines to get myself into trouble (occasionally get out of it, too).
Alas, once the old man (dad) picked up a laptop--& who knows what else--it's time to finally admit defeat!
Glad the site's here and so many knowledgeable folks are involved. Hope to one day return the favor/s!

Cheers all,
dawn(zig)

Got my first 386 with 4MB RAM in 1993...maybe 1994.

Anyway, I remember that after I had used the PC for about a month (for WP, printing lables, games) I told my computer Guru bro-in-law that I had it figured out that someday computers would need at least 256 MB of RAM because of the eventual development of "hungry" games and graphics and sound files.

He told me I was nuts and didn't know what I was talking about.

He also told me there was no way to make the © sign...then I found the character map, and from then on I double-checked all of his advice.

I am a small-time music publisher and deal with songwriters and try to get their songs cut for them...not much success so far but I enjoy the chance to get in on the creative side of the business.

I went on the internet in 1996 or 1997, after upgrading to a 486...with more RAM (ha!)

Started making and sending .mp3 files of music then, and now most of my computer use is in the editing and conversion of raw wave files, digital graphics editing, watching stuff like CBSinnertube and playing around on MySpace.

I hate to IM, and usually offend someone when we IM for too long...my dry humor doesn't get across to most people through typing.

I still don't know how to install anything internal, but that is my next challenge.

I could be an instructor for raw beginners on Windows based PC's, but that is probably the extent of my technical know-how.

Hi there Everyone My name is Vicky and I found this site searching the web for a way to get rid of a trojan downloader cdosysv.dll I ran into a post in here somewhere with instructions and now I lost it. LOL. Well I am off to search around for that again and check out the great site. I also have this AgeOfCastles_Setup-dm[1].exe that my son downloaded and I cant seem to delete it even in safe mode so I will be peeking around for a solution to that too. lol. Nice to meet everyone. Hugs Vicky

Hi All,

I came across this site while looking for a spyware remover.. I fell into good hands here and have successfully removed it from computer, wat a relief! it was driving me crazy!

Im sure ill learn a lot around here!

Cheers for ur help so far

I'm a newbie, and usually not much of a forum poster. That is unless the particular thread/convo calls for it.

I stumbled upon this site (awesome name btw....have actually referred to a couple of previous systems as idiotic bleeping computers before), looking for a way to get rid of TrustIn Contextual, and Virtumonde. Thankfully the three day attack has now successfully come to a close.

I'm not a novice so to speak, I do have SOME knowledge of what to do and what not to do to a system, but I'm not an IT Wiz either. My dad considers me a hacker (honestly, you replace one modem and you're branded for life), but I'm not sure he knows what one is.

I usually refrain from cussing/swearing most of the time, and in the event that I do, I'm most often heard either saying "Mother Effer", or using Battlestar Galatica's version of the F word in some shape or form.


I"m a little on the shy side, but once you get to know me, I'm incredibly goofy, and even a little bit of a geek...


Whatelse....

OH! For those of you who look at my picture and think Im kinda familiar looking.....I was on the Tonight Show in 2005.

Anyways....I'm getting my usual feeling that I'm babbling at this point, so I'll hush now and go hide in a corner somewhere.

I guess if I'm here I know enough to get into trouble but not enough to get out of it.

I have to say that my experience so far has been second to none ! I've had some nasty infections and problems that I've had no idea how to deal with and have had every one of them sorted out her on this site. I have to say that the staff and members here are fantastic I've found that even some comments from members (even new ones) have been helpfull just in the fact of getting to know and use my pc better ! I'm really glad to know that there are people out there that are really determined to fight against virusus, malware, spyware and everything else that detracts from our online enjoyment. Bleeping computer - you have the big from me.

Hi! I'm Liuism from Malaysia
Wanted to learn more on this sort of troubleshooting using HijackThis
Therefore, founded this forums and registered straight away on spot
Thanks and regards

Just found this site today! Thanks for the SmitfraudFix utlility. I'm a tech by trade and it's great to see people creating programs (that are free mind you) that people can use. I plan on visiting this site every day if possible to help and seek help when necessary. Thanks again!

none yet, i just browsing and looking answers to my computer problems for anyone out there for who would like to help.

ty. rico, 7.06.07

Whom ever Grinler is, I just used your advice to get rid of a real pain in the rear called virusprotectpro. Just wanted to say thanks. This thing was driving me nuts and 10 minutes later, it's not. you rock.

Glad to hear, you were able to get your problem taken care of, bpsrepair.

Grinler, is the site owner. (Admin)

Hello everyone.. Well im new to BC! i joined lastnight.. and i cant get enough of it. im not really a forum person, but this is just plain awsome!! i found this website to find answer on how to delete a program. i have found so many answers to other things as well! this is great!!

help please i need to remove malware!

wow, its amazing the places you find when you have one of those 3am too tired to sleep too tired to compute moments and actually click on something that you otherwise would have known to cancel out of cause your agreeing to install a ad ware, mal ware, or spy ware program.... so anywho, I have been brought here as part of my search to remove Virusprotectpro's fake windows system pop up device from my system, took me 3 days to get this far, lets hope the recommended tools will help.

Had to thank somebody, been struggling for a week, trying to get rid of ulitimatecleaner and all its dirty little buddies, I saw your site earlier, but was intimidated by the instructions. This morning I said hell with it and dove in. PEACE OF CAKE Can't thank you enough....

Time to say THANKS!

One of my PC's got infected with a trojan and McAfee Security Center kept finding, and removing, part of it, but it kept coming back on reboot. Tried AVG, it reported a different virus/trojan, also removed it, but it kept returning. Tried HJT, Spybot Search & Destroy, both found things but did not fix the cause. Then installed and ran ComboFix. Bingo. it found 144.exe, purged it, and the PC is clean again. I sent some $$ yesterday. Thanks for saving me, I'm getting real work done again.

William Phelps
Palo Alto, California

I have never posted to ANY board before, I just learned about you thanks to virusprotectpro and am still in the research mode. I am liking what I see but am still a bit leary. Time will tell.

Hey guys! I'm a new kid, but all I want to do is say hi, and thank BleepingComputer for saving the day!! Got rid of VirusProtectPro and I couldn't be happier. Well, maybe I could, but at least my computer isn't messed up anymore.

Hi all,
bumped into this site by accident. I was looking for a way to remove a trojan. I use computers everyday but I am inexperienced with viruses, malware etc., to be honest I am computer illiterate. Lucky me Bleeping Computer solved my problems
I own a tired old Sony Viao.

hey i am having a little bit of troubles with posting a topis about a virus i have
anyone willing to direct me to ehre i neeed to go
and what i need to do

I first found this site while Google searching for an answer to AIM6's iESHaZ+f9YLZ0J0IX/ur7A10+default error. I kept lurking for a while, and recently, decided to join and ask for some real help with things. Thanks to the efforts of the wonderful DaveM59, I am now free of a ton of Apropos C, that I had unwittingly been harboring for over two years! @.@;

I have recommended this site to both parents and several friends. The information and the dedicated team members on it are truly lifesavers. =D

Brand spanking new to BC. Great website.

I found BC while googling my !@#$%! virus problems. Hopefully I can find some answers before pitching my PC out the window.

thanks for the help

moderate experience

Hi all

I just registered for this forum. I usually don't post to forums, but I had to say that I am really impressed with bleepingcomputer.com. I had to remove a trojan from a computer and did what I usually do, but it really didn't work. I searched the internet and found several solutions and when I found the solution posted here I was really impressed. It was very complete and solved the problem.

I am a computer professional and have worked on process control systems for many years, starting with computers as big as 2 refrigerators. In those days, I repaired boards and power supplies, etc. Now we just swap the whole computer. My job has moved from very technical repair to very technical software troubleshooting. I work on systems that control power plants, oil refineries, power plants, water treatment facilities, paper mills, etc.

Many times I have said "I hate computers", and sometimes it is true. I can understand the name that you use for your website. I have called computers a lot worse than that at times.

Thanks for the good work and a great troubleshooting site.

I ended up here when I had a virus.. As it seems most people do.. so I got help and they fixed me, and then I was infected again, and I was fixed again, then I joined the HJT Team in order to fight back against these virus'.

Hello All!

First Time Poster Here.

Stumbled across the site while Googleling(?sp) for help with computer issues. Read some advice given to some posters and decided to join in.

Look for my pleas of assistance in the Forums! LOL!

Doc.

The microsoft website I was looking to repair a update intall issue

Hi there my name is Morgan! I'm happy to join and look forawd to everyones future patience with me! I hope I can learn alot on here!!! lol

Hello,

I wanted to express my greatitude to this community and its members. Your inputs were very valuable in removing my malicious spyware problem.

I'm new this forum, Hello

Hi,
Checking in from the south east US. Just when I begin to think I know something about computers, something happens that I cannot fix. That's why I am glad you are all out there and spend your time helping.
"A candle loses nothing of it's light by lighting another candle".

Sqeeter, I am reminded of the Christopher's saying, "If everyone lit just one little candle, what a bright world this would be."
To everyone, a bright welcome to BC!
John

hello This is Jian form NSW australia, looking forward to meet people and help and be helped !!!
cheers

I have some experience using a computer, but very little experience fixing software problems.

I'm a California Sunshine girl with HP computers, so you know I have had problems and have learned much fixing them, LOL!! I've done a website for my husband (using a template) selling bass fishing lures and have utilized a forum to pick-up helpful hints, so I know I will learn much here. So glad I just "happened" upon this site.
Heidi

Into each life, a little sunshine must come... along with Viruses, Spyware, Malware, and tracking cookies, I guess

My last major virus event was the "Isreali Boot Virus" on my first PC in 1994. I guess I'm due for another. I've been using Norton, TrendMicro, ZoneAlarm, and Spyware Doctor to stay safe, but my luck may have run out.

Something's going on with my laptop, and after perusing the forums, I'm sure the amazing people here can help.

Cheers and keep up the good work!

- RK

Hello,
My name is William Johnson. I am new to this forum, and realy have never used a forum before. I subscribed because I would like to learn more about using Hijackthis. I understand that there is a class that I may take for learning how to use Hijackthis.
I have earned the COMPtia A+ certification as well as the MSDST certification. The more I learn the less I feel I know ! In order for me to feel that I am a competent tech I need to know how to use the tools properly. Please tell me how the class works and how to join.

G'day All,

Newly retired, from Down-under who finds himself somewhere on page 3 of "Getting that darn computer to really work for you..."

Sure to be in touch again soon, if I can only figure out how to actually send this post - here goes...

Cheers, Robert

Hi all. Interested amateur here - also DownUnder. I have a trojan and a hijacker turning up despite repeated attempts to "clean" my system. So, I'm doing the self-help thing ( actually, not so much "self" help as hoping to enjoy the benefit of everyone else's experiences and kindness in sharing it).

So, if I don't work it out myself, with the help of the many trusty tutorials and tips on this forum, I'm sure you'll see me posting before long with a cry for help.

Hi there, I'm on the trail of a spyweare that got past, norton on a download. I put a search for the file that I didn't recognise in Google (concat-webauth.sql). I had done a defrag.. on my computer, (it was runnng slow), I had a fight with a virus, after going to a site (I can provide all my actions from going to it!) it couldn't defrag this part so, wanted to know what it was. My search brought this forum up. and already you have helped. I know its an intruder!!
I would love more help! but before that, Hello to everyone and although I am familiar with tell-tail signs of viruses and spy.. the solution often does not come so easily as delete!! Also i'm from the Uk ans see that others are from all over the world!! Cool!!

Hello,

I have a background in computer science however my education is fifteen years old...although I can always apply my education the fact is that it is outdated in todays computer field. I choose to raise my four daughters. In the past few years I found that I make more money in less time as a school bus driver than in the computer field...I was only interviewing at job levels below my education because I lacked the experience. I went back to school to upgrade my degree with a web design certificate...four classes to go! I am very creative and have a art and design background as well as digital photography. Web design is a great fit and I love it!

I also like to tinker around with my own computer, fix it, upgrade it and help out my friends. I lack security experience and the knowledge to maxiumize my computer in general. I have experience with both PC and Mac...prefer MAC but usually use the PC. When I went to school there was no internet...networking...or laptops for that matter. Money is an issue so the more I learn to do for myself the better.

I usually can figure most stuff out after some research...but I decided it would be nice to join a group of support...so here I am.

HEY EVERYBODY, IM NEW HERE AND I HOPE YOU GUYS CAN HELP ME OUT. THANKS!

Hello all, I'm new here also. About all I know about computers is how to turn it on/off, check my email and browse other websites. Anything technocal, I have no blooming idea what anyone is talking about. I know what disk clean up is defrag, but I have no idea how to reformatt my computer or anything like that. I do get computer tips and all from worldstart.com and ask questions on their message board, but they are not always very helpful. I found this site through the Dell community message board, but if they don't have answers for me there, I sure hope I can find them here.
Happy Holidays.
Oma

So far it has worked for me, even though I have only been here for 3 minutes.

Hello -this is my first time posting to bleepingcomputer. I love this site. I've used it off and on over the years and have found the information here invaluable to understanding how this damn contraption works. Currently, I'm learning what to keep and not to keep at startup.

Thanks and hopefully with all of the faqs I won't need to ask any questions.