BleepingComputer.com: I think I have Sality virus!

Hey your welcome, no problem. If you have access to another computer:
you could burn to a cd: microsoft security essential, (will provides both antivirus and anti-malware protection)

MSSE link
Def. files

Burn to a cd and install Security essentials first, then the def. files. The package will be useless without the def. files
MS essentials is only about 8MB in size, the def files are huge: 68MB.
68MB on dial up would take some time. transferring via a cd would be quicker if you can do it this way.

Hi,

I thought to do exactly as you now suggested...

I have access on my own computer :-)

As I also told, definitions are very huge for dial up, 68 mb O_O?
Beside very small installation of 8mb, very stupid in my opinion!

See you,

THE

Just to tell you, I tried to scan with Eset, but cannot connect to Eset website, it just won't load, it keeps loading, but won't load. I also tried bit defender online scan, with the same results...
I tried on second computer as well as with dial up internet, and it loads perfectly, so I am waiting for further instructions...

Is there any other solution, I am planning to reinstall if there is no solution!

Thanks...

With regards,

THE

What about burning those two files to cd then installing them on your machine?

Remind me which files, MSE and the definitions, am I right???

Sorry, I completely forgot about it...will do ASAP!

With regards,

THE

yes, MSE link to install the main program and the def. link to install the definition files. the def files on dial up would take some time (68MB)

Hello, I installed Mycrosoft Security Essentials as you requested, and runned the full scan...
It scanned for 4 hours, but luckily found some bad stuff...
One was called Worm AutoIT, i saw also some trojans. I plugged in USB and it now seems to be OK, nothing coppies anymore. I scanned again, and nothing came up. I am also planning to reinstall this computer as there are some errors...
Can you tell me for some better protection in future? Will install Panda antivirus as you suggested!
Again thank you for your time and patience!
And to tell you, from your help and great knowledge, i saw how you guys posses enormous amounts of knowledge about computers! I asked some people how they learned it and they told me for UNITE, i then googled and found it's schools, and I am planning to apply into one, because this job is firstly interesting for me who know nothing, then so cool and helpful!
Waiting for your response...

With high regards,
THE

Your welcome. There are on line schools where you could learn about removing malware. There is a topic about it here the list of the schools is in post #6.

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At the end everybody gets this:

10 Tips for Prevention and Avoidance of Malware:
There is no reason why your computer can not stay malware free.

No software can think for you. Help yourself. In no special order:

1) It is essential to keep your operating system (Windows) browser (IE, FireFox, Chrome, Opera) and other software up to date to "patch" vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Visit Windows Update frequently or use the Windows auto-update feature. Staying updated is also essential for web based applications, browser plugins and addons like Java, Adobe Flash/Reader, iTunes etc. More and more third party applications are being targeted. Use the auto-update features available in most software. Not sure if you are using the latest version of software? Check their version status and get the updates here.

2) Know what you are installing to your computer. Alot of software can come bundled with unwanted add-ons, like adware, toolbars and malware. More and more legitimate software is installing useless toolbars if not unchecked first. Do not install any files from ads, popups or random links. Do not fall for fake warnings about virus and trojans being found on your computer and you are then prompted to install software to remedy this. See also the signs that you may have malware on your computer.

3) Install and keep updated: one antivirus and two or three anti-malware applications. If not updated they will soon be worthless. If either of these frequently find malware then its time to *review your computer habits*.

4) Refrain from clicking on links or attachments via E-Mail, IM, IRC, Chat Rooms, Blogs or Social Networking Sites, no matter how tempting or legitimate the message may seem. Do you trust the source? See also E-mail phishing Tricks.

5) Do not click on ads/pop ups or offers from websites requesting that you need to install software to your computer--*for any reason*. Use the Alt+F4 keys to close the window.

6) Don't click on offers to "scan" your computer. Install ActiveX Objects with care. Do you trust the website to install components?

7) Consider the use of limited (non-privileged) accounts for everyday use, rather than administrator accounts. Limited accounts can help prevent *malware from installing and lessen its potential impact.* This is exactly what user account control (UAC) in Windows Vista and Windows 7 attempts to address.

8) Install and understand the *limitations* of a software firewall.

9) The why and how for securing your browser for safer surfing.

10) Warez, cracks etc are very popular for carrying malware payloads.If you download/install files via p2p networks you will encounter malware. A file can be named anything be nothing but malware or have malware bundled in it. Can you really trust the source of the file?


More info/tips with pictures, links below

Happy Safe Surfing.

Great reading, thanks, I didn't know how some things like updating are important! Just to give this to my stupid brother to read, although he doesn't know english good. He mess the computer, and I have to repair it!!
I am very busy with school, but will try to apply in some school to see how it is working? Who knows, it could be good, maybe i become helper one day?

I think that we finished, i now know much more than before, and will try to implement it!

Thank you...enjoy

See you

THE

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You dont really apply, as far as I know every body is accepted in any of the schools. You learn at your own pace, there is no time limit.

Maybe you should create a limited account for your brother and delete the current one he has? May help. Happy safe surfing.

Limited account

It is his computer, so I will let him do what he wants, but this is the last time that i repair it...
I will install protection and update windows, enough from my side

OK, you can close the tread, I will apply at What The Tech...

Thanks again for everything

This post has been edited by Twin Headed Eagle: 21 August 2011 - 12:19 PM

Hey still there, we solved the problem, so I need you to close the topic, because I need to apply for malware removal classroom, and topics for seeking help must have been closed...
I am so impatient...

Best regards :-)

I can't "officially" close a post, but we are finished and both agree to that so we will consider it closed for your sake:

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Maybe i can close it....

This post has been edited by shelf life: 25 August 2011 - 08:47 PM