BleepingComputer.com: Google redirect bug, skippy movie frames, random cmoputer restarts, sometimes my computer will go to 64 bit, slow downloads, etc i really need help

Well every five minutes I keep getting the McAfee VirusScan notification indicating that "Some components of ActiveShield are either missing or might not have been installed properly." Also every time when I ran the combofix it was in safemode. My computer would not allow me to run it in the standard way. Other than these two problems my computer will be completed. Thank you for sticking with me and helping my pc out because it was really in bad condition before I made this article.




-Elias

Hi!

The easiest way to fix the McAfee issue is probably going to be to uninstall it and then re-install it.

OTL Fix

We need to run an OTL Fix

• Please reopen on your desktop.
  
• Copy and Paste the following code into the textbox.
  

  :Services
  :OTL
  [2011/05/13 17:34:48 | 000,000,116 | ---- | C] () -- C:\WINDOWS\System32\978984670
  :Reg
  
  :Files
  ipconfig /flushdns /c
  :Commands
  [CreateRestorePoint]
  

  
  
• Push
  
• OTL may ask to reboot the machine. Please do so if asked.
  
• Click the OK button.
  
• A report will open. Copy and Paste that report in your next reply.
  
• If the machine reboots, the log will be located at C:\_OTL\MovedFiles\mmddyyyy_hhmmss.log, where mmddyyyy_hhmmss is the date of the tool run.

NEXT:



To re-enable your Emulation drivers, double click DeFogger to run the tool.

• The application window will appear
• Click the Re-enable button to re-enable your CD Emulation drivers
• Click Yes to continue
• A 'Finished!' message will appear
• Click OK
• DeFogger will now ask to reboot the machine - click OK

IMPORTANT! If you receive an error message while running DeFogger, please post the log defogger_enable which will appear on your desktop.

Your Emulation drivers are now re-enabled.

========== SERVICES/DRIVERS ==========
========== OTL ==========
C:\WINDOWS\system32\978984670 moved successfully.
========== REGISTRY ==========
========== FILES ==========
< ipconfig /flushdns /c >
Windows IP Configuration
Successfully flushed the DNS Resolver Cache.
C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Desktop\cmd.bat deleted successfully.
C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\Desktop\cmd.txt deleted successfully.
========== COMMANDS ==========
Restore point Set: OTL Restore Point (0)

OTL by OldTimer - Version 3.2.22.3 log created on 05162011_074606

Hello,




Time for some housekeeping
The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset System Restore points:

Click Start > Run and copy/paste the following bolded text into the Run box and click OK: ComboFix /Uninstall



NEXT:



OTL Fix

We need to run an OTL Fix

• Please reopen on your desktop.
  
• Copy and Paste the following code into the textbox.
  

  :Commands
  [ClearAllRestorePoints]
  

  
  
• Push
  
• OTL may ask to reboot the machine. Please do so if asked.
  
• Click the OK button.
  
• A report will open. Copy and Paste that report in your next reply.

NEXT:



OTL Clean-Up

We Need to Clean Up our Mess
Our work on your machine has left considerable leftovers on your box. Let's clean those up real quick:

• Reopen on your desktop.
  
• Click on
  
• You will be prompted to reboot your system. Please do so.

If you still have any tools or logs leftover on your computer you can go ahead and delete those off of your computer now.


NEXT:



All Clean Speech




Below I have included a number of recommendations for how to protect your computer against malware infections.


Updated Anti-Virus Program
It's essential that you have an updated anti-virus program running on your computer. You don't want to run more than one as it can cause program conflicts, as well as false positives

You can view an excellent list of Free Security Software programs that has been compiled by GeekstoGo.


Avoid P2P Programs

Remember that no matter how clean the program you're using for peer-to-peer filesharing may be, it offers no guarantees regarding the cleanliness of files you may choose to download. All files available via p2p filesharing carry a high risk, particularly those that offer you illegitimate methods of using legitimate software programs without paying for them. Some further readings on this subject, along the included links, are as follows: File-Sharing, otherwise known as Peer To Peer and Risks of File-Sharing Technology.

If you have any of these programs installed then I highly suggest you uninstall them.

NOTE: Take care when answering any questions posed by an uninstaller. Some questions may be worded to deceive you into keeping the program.


Internet Browsers

Many of the users that I assist here on the forums, ask me which programs they can use to prevent themselves from getting infected again in the future. The best answer I can give you is too practice safe browsing.

Please consider using an alternative browser such as Google Chrome or Opera. They are both much more secure than Internet Explorer, immune to almost all known browser hijackers, and also have great built-in pop-up blockers.

I also suggest you make your Internet Explore more secure.



Extra Goodies

• It is good security practice to change your passwords to all your online accounts on a fairly regular basis, this is especially true after an infection. Refer to this Microsoft article
  Strong passwords: How to create and use them then consider a password keeper, to keep all your passwords safe.
  
  
• Keep Windows updated by regularly checking their website at: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/
  This will ensure your computer has always the latest security updates available installed on your computer.
  
  
• You should run an updated scan with MalwareBytes' Anti-Malware weekly. Instructions are included below:
  
  
  • Open Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware
    
  • Select the Update tab
    
  • Click Check for Updates
  
  
  
• Be weary of e-mails from unknown senders. Keep the following in mind as well: If it's to good to be true, then it more than likely is.
  
  
  
• FileHippo Update Checker is an extremely helpful program that will tell you which of your programs need to be updated. Its important to keep programs up to date so that malware doesn't exploit any old security flaws.
  
  
• ATF Cleaner - Cleans temporary files from IE and Windows, empties the recycle bin and more. Great tool to help speed up your computer and knock out those nasties that like to reside in the temp folders.
  
  
• WOT, Web of Trust, warns you about risky websites that try to scam visitors, deliver malware or send spam. Protect your computer against online threats by using WOT as your front-line layer of protection when browsing or searching in unfamiliar territory. WOT's color-coded icons show you ratings for 21 million websites, helping you avoid the dangerous sites:
  • Green to go
    
  • Yellow for caution
    
  • Red to stop
  WOT has an addon available for Chrome and Opera.
  
  
• Keep a backup of your important files - Now, more than ever, it's especially important to protect your digital files and memories. This article is full of good information on alternatives for home backup solutions.
  
  
• In light of your recent issue, I'm sure you'd like to avoid any future infections. Please take a look at these well written articles:
  
  Think Prevention.
  PC Safety and Security--What Do I Need?.

**Be very wary with any security software that is advertised in popups or in other ways. They are not only usually of no use, but often have malware in them.

Thank you for your patience, and performing all of the procedures requested.

Please respond one last time so we can consider the thread resolved and close it, thank-you.

Cheers,
SweetTech.

========== COMMANDS ==========
Restore points cleared and new OTL Restore Point set!

OTL by OldTimer - Version 3.2.22.3 log created on 05162011_081230

You should be all set now.

Please take care.

Kindest Regards,
ST.

Other than the McAfee VirusScan notification I will be alright. I uninstalled but it keeps coming up and also it wouldn't let me completely uninstall all the items.

I think i can figure it out, thanks.

-Elias

It appears that this issue is resolved, therefore I am closing the topic. If that is not the case and you need or wish to continue with this topic, please send me or any Moderator a Personal Message (PM) that you would like this topic re-opened.