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Hello,
I've recently used ComboFix to scan for spyware/malware in my computer.
There weren't any signs or symptoms of spyware, I just ran it for a test.... after running it I noticed that windows xp started to run slow a little bit... and that my free space went from 6.5gb to 4.7gb.....
I uninstalled it by the command combofix /u, computer is running perfect now, HD space is back to 6.5gb.
any idea? just wondering what's going on with this program...
Thanks,
Ray
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Posted 01 November 2009 - 12:03 PM
Unfortunately the author of the tool does not want information on how Combofix works on public forums.
Please read Combofix's Disclaimer. Using this tool incorrectly could lead to disastrous problems with your operating system such as preventing it from ever starting again.
The only public information that is available can be found at this guide:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/how-to-use-combofix
Please read Combofix's Disclaimer. Using this tool incorrectly could lead to disastrous problems with your operating system such as preventing it from ever starting again.
The only public information that is available can be found at this guide:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/combofix/how-to-use-combofix
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why won't my laptop work?
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Posted 01 November 2009 - 08:12 PM
You have a DDS / HJT log posted you should NOT make further changes to your computer (install/uninstall programs, use special fix tools, delete files, edit the registry, etc) unless advised by a HJT Team member, nor should you continue to ask for help elsewhere. Doing so can result in system changes which may not show it the log you already posted. Further, any modifications you make on your own may cause confusion for the helper assisting you and could complicate the malware removal process which would extend the time it takes to clean your computer.
From this point on the HJT Team should be the only members that you take advice from, until they have verified your log as clean.
Please be patient. It may take a while to get a response because the HJT Team members are very busy working logs posted before yours. They are volunteers who will help you out as soon as possible. Once you have made your post and are waiting, please DO NOT make another reply until it has been responded to by a member of the HJT Team. Generally the staff checks the forum for postings that have 0 replies as this makes it easier for them to identify those who have not been helped. If you post another response there will be 1 reply. A team member, looking for a new log to work may assume another HJT Team member is already assisting you and not open the thread to respond.
To avoid confusion, I am closing this topic.
From this point on the HJT Team should be the only members that you take advice from, until they have verified your log as clean.
Please be patient. It may take a while to get a response because the HJT Team members are very busy working logs posted before yours. They are volunteers who will help you out as soon as possible. Once you have made your post and are waiting, please DO NOT make another reply until it has been responded to by a member of the HJT Team. Generally the staff checks the forum for postings that have 0 replies as this makes it easier for them to identify those who have not been helped. If you post another response there will be 1 reply. A team member, looking for a new log to work may assume another HJT Team member is already assisting you and not open the thread to respond.
To avoid confusion, I am closing this topic.
This post has been edited by garmanma: 01 November 2009 - 08:13 PM
Mark
why won't my laptop work?
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why won't my laptop work?
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