Infected...But don't know what

At login , several spyware messages display. Here's what I copied down: Trojan.Zefarch, HeurEnineMalicousPacker, iexplore.exe, ebejocetuwe.dll, and Maleware.Changeup (PC Spyware Doctors - dectected the files I noted). GoogleChrome crashes; I tried removing and re-installing but it continues to crash. When I run the GMER program, my pc crashes but I was able to save the initial scan; the initial scan has "Sections" and "IAT/EAT" checked.

Please let me know if you need additional detail. I would be glad to provide it.

Thanks,

Ralph

Hello RalphMaupin

• Welcome to Bleeping Computer.
  
• My name is fireman4it and I will be helping you with your Malware problem.
  
  Please take note of some guidelines for this fix:
• Refrain from making any changes to your computer including installing/uninstall programs, deleting files, modifying the registry, and running scanners or tools.
  
• If you do not understand any step(s) provided, please do not hesitate to ask before continuing.
  
• Even if things appear to be better, it might not mean we are finished. Please continue to follow my instructions and reply back until I give you the "all clean".
  
• Finally, please reply using the button in the lower right hand corner of your screen. Do not start a new topic. The logs that you post should be pasted directly into the reply, unless they do not fit into the post.
  
  Please don't attach logs unless asked to do so. Please copy and paste the logs directly into the reply.

1.
Download and Run RKill

Please download RKill by Grinler from one of the 4 links below and save it to your desktop.

Link 1
Link 2
Link 3
Link 4


• Before we begin, you should disable your anti-malware softwares you have installed so they do not interfere RKill running as some anti-malware softwares detect RKill as malicious. Please refer to this page if you are not sure how.
  
• Double-click on Rkill on your desktop to run it. (If you are using Windows Vista, please right-click on it and select Run As Administrator)
  
• A black screen will appear and then disappear. Please do not worry, that is normal. This means that the tool has been successfully executed.
  
• If nothing happens or if the tool does not run, please let me know in your next reply

*NOTE: Don't reboot your machine before performing the next step.

2.
Download and Rename Combofix

Download Combofix from any of the links below. You must rename it 1234.scr before saving it to your desktop.

Link 1
Link 2






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• Close/disable all anti-virus and anti-malware programs so they do not interfere with the running of ComboFix. Refer to this page if you are not sure how.
• Close any open windows, including this one.
  
• Double click on 1234.scr & follow the prompts.
• As part of it's process, ComboFix will check to see if the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console is installed. With malware infections being as they are today, it's strongly recommended to have this pre-installed on your machine before doing any malware removal. It will allow you to boot up into a special recovery/repair mode that will allow us to more easily help you should your computer have a problem after an attempted removal of malware.
• If you did not have it installed, you will see the prompt below. Choose YES.
• 
• Follow the prompts to allow ComboFix to download and install the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console, and when prompted, agree to the End-User License Agreement to install the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console.

**Please note: If the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console is already installed, ComboFix will continue it's malware removal procedures.

Note:The Windows Recovery Console will allow you to boot up into a special recovery (repair) mode. This allows us to more easily help you
should your computer have a problem after an attempted removal of malware. It is a simple procedure that will only take a few moments of your time.

• Once the Microsoft Windows Recovery Console is installed using ComboFix, you should see the following message:
  
  
• Click on Yes, to continue scanning for malware.
• When finished, it will produce a report for you.
• Please post the C:\ComboFix.txt so we can continue cleaning the system.

3.
Download DDS and save it to your desktop from here or here or here.
Disable any script blocker, and then double click dds.scr to run the tool.

* When done, DDS will open two (2) logs:

1. DDS.txt
2. Attach.txt

Save both reports to your desktop post the contents of the DDS.txt log. Save the other report incase I need to look at it later.

Things to include in your next reply:
Combofix.txt
DDS.txt
How is your machine running now?

Edited by fireman4it, 14 February 2010 - 10:30 PM.

Hello.

Are you still there?

If you are please follow the instructions in my previous post.

If you still need help, follow the instructions I have given in my response. If you have since had your problem solved, we would appreciate you letting us know so we can close the topic.

Please reply back telling us so. If you don't reply within 5-7 days the topic will need to be closed.

Thanks for understanding

With Regards,
fireman4it

Sorry for the delayed response... the steps appear to be helpful. -Thanks

My PC is running fine. It did lockup after step 2, the ComboFix. I had to reboot and start over. Also, during the reboot my PC automaitcally installed two system updates.

Thanks for your help. Let me know if I need to take additional steps (I will not be able to respond until Friday)

Best regards,

Ralph

Hello RalphMaupin,


Thank you for the logs and letting me know you will be available again Friday. We some more more to do saome general cleanup and checking.

1.
IObitCom Toolbar has been know to have certain Trackware functions. In other word it send where you are going on the net. They also steal from other reputable Malware programs.Read here I would uninstall this toolbar.

Uninstalling A Program Through "add/remove"

Click "start" on the taskbar and then click on the "Control Panel" icon.
Please doubleclick the "Add or Remove Programs" icon
A list of programs installed will be "populated" this may take a bit of time.
If they exist, uninstall the following by clicking on the following entries and selecting "remove":

IObitCom Toolbar

Additional instructions can be found here if needed.

2.
Your log(s) show that you are using so called peer-to-peer or file-sharing programmes (in your case uTorrent). These programmes allow to share files between users as the name(s) suggest. In today's world the cyber crime has come to an enormous dimension and any means is used to infect personal computers to make use of their stored data or machine power for further propagation of the malware files. A popular means is the use of file-sharing tools as a tremendous amount of prospective victims can be reached through it.

It is therefore possible to be infected by downloading manipulated files via peer-to-peer tools and thus suggested to be used with intense care. 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."

It is also important to note that sharing entertainment files and proprietary software infringes the copyright laws in many countries over the world and you are putting yourself at risk of being indicted through organisations watching over the rights of the authors of such files (i.e. the RIAA for music files, or the MPAA for movie files in the USA) or the authors of the files themselves.

Naturally there are also legal ways to use these services, such as downloading Linux distributions or office suites such as "Open Office."

3.
Please make sure that you can view all hidden files. Instructions on how to do this can be found here:

How to see hidden files in Windows

Please click this link-->Jotti

When the jotti page has finished loading, click the browse button and navigate to the files listed below in bold, then click Submit. You will only be able to have one file scanned at a time.

c:\users\rmaupin\vaaur.exe
c:\users\rmaupin\looviap.exe
Please post back the results of the scan in your next post.

If Jotti is busy, try the same at Virustotal: http://www.virustotal.com/

4.
I'd like us to scan your machine with ESET OnlineScan

1. Hold down Control and click on the following link to open ESET OnlineScan in a new window.
   ESET OnlineScan
2. Click the button.
3. For alternate browsers only: (Microsoft Internet Explorer users can skip these steps)
   1. Click on to download the ESET Smart Installer. Save it to your desktop.
   2. Double click on the icon on your desktop.
4. Check
5. Click the button.
6. Accept any security warnings from your browser.
7. Check
8. Push the Start button.
9. ESET will then download updates for itself, install itself, and begin scanning your computer. Please be patient as this can take some time.
10. When the scan completes, push
11. Push , and save the file to your desktop using a unique name, such as ESETScan. Include the contents of this report in your next reply.
12. Push the button.
13. Push

Note for Vista Users: Eset is compatible but Internet Explorer must be run as Administrator. To do this, right-click on the IE icon in the Start Menu or Quick Launch Bar on the Taskbar and select "Run as Administrator" from the context menu.)

You can refer to this short video by: neomage
**Note**
To optimize scanning time and produce a more sensible report for review:

• Close any open programs
  
• Turn off the real time scanner of any existing antivirus program while performing the online scan.

Things to include in your next reply:
Jotti results
Eset log
A new DDS.txt log
How is your machine running now?

Hello.

Are you still there?

If you are please follow the instructions in my previous post.

If you still need help, follow the instructions I have given in my response. If you have since had your problem solved, we would appreciate you letting us know so we can close the topic.

Please reply back telling us so. If you don't reply within 5-7 days the topic will need to be closed.

Thanks for understanding

With Regards,
fireman4it

I removed IObitCom and the file sharing program. I could not locate vaaur.exe and looviap.exe. I did unhide the folder but still could not locate the files. I've attached the ESET Scan and the DDS file.

My lap top appears to be running a lot better.

Thanks,

Hello RalphMaupin,

1.
We need to run a CFScript.

1. Close any open browsers.

2. Close/disable all anti virus and anti malware programs so they do not interfere with the running of ComboFix.

3. Open notepad and copy/paste the text in the codebox below into it:



Save this as CFScript.txt, in the same location as ComboFix.exe




Refering to the picture above, drag CFScript into ComboFix.exe

When finished, it shall produce a log for you at C:\ComboFix.txt which I will require in your next reply.

2.
Your version of Java is out of date. Older versions have vulnerabilities that malicious sites can use to exploit and infect your system. Please follow these steps to remove older version Java components and update:

• Download the latest version of Java Runtime Environment (JRE) Version 6 and save it to your desktop.
• Look for "JDK 6 Update 18 (JDK or JRE)".
• Click the "Download JRE" button to the right.
• Select your Platform: "Windows".
• Select your Language: "Multi-language".
• Read the License Agreement, and then check the box that says: "Accept License Agreement".
• Click Continue and the page will refresh.
• Under Required Files, check the box for Windows Offline Installation, click the link below it and save the file to your desktop.
• Close any programs you may have running - especially your web browser.

Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel, double-click on Add/Remove Programs and remove all older versions of Java.

• Check (highlight) any item with Java Runtime Environment (JRE or J2SE) in the name.
• Click the Remove or Change/Remove button and follow the onscreen instructions for the Java uninstaller.
• Repeat as many times as necessary to remove each Java versions.
• Reboot your computer once all Java components are removed.
• Then from your desktop double-click on jre-6u18-windows-i586.exe to install the newest version.
• If using Windows Vista and the installer refuses to launch due to insufficient user permissions, then Run As Administrator.
• When the Java Setup - Welcome window opens, click the Install > button.
• If offered to install a Toolbar, just uncheck the box before continuing unless you want it.

-- Starting with Java 6u10, the uninstaller incorporated in each new release uses Enhanced Auto update to automatically remove the previous version when updating to a later update release. It will not remove older versions, so they will need to be removed manually.
-- Java is updated frequently. If you want to be automatically notified of future updates, just turn on the Java Automatic Update feature and you will not have to remember to update when Java releases a new version.

Note: The Java Quick Starter (JQS.exe) adds a service to improve the initial startup time of Java applets and applications. To disable the JQS service if you don't want to use it, go to Start > Control Panel > Java > Advanced > Miscellaneous and uncheck the box for Java Quick Starter. Click Ok and reboot your computer.

3.
Please download Malwarebytes Anti-Malware (v1.43) and save it to your desktop.
alternate download link 1
alternate download link 2
If you have a previous version of MBAM, remove it via Add/Remove Programs and download a fresh copy.

• Make sure you are connected to the Internet.
• Double-click on mbam-setup.exe to install the application.
• When the installation begins, follow the prompts and do not make any changes to default settings.
• When installation has finished, make sure you leave both of these checked:
  • Update Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware
  • Launch Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware
• Then click Finish.

MBAM will automatically start and you will be asked to update the program before performing a scan.

• If an update is found, the program will automatically update itself.
• Press the OK button to close that box and continue.
• If you encounter any problems while downloading the updates, manually download them from here and just double-click on mbam-rules.exe to install. Alternatively, you can update through MBAM's interface from a clean computer, copy the definitions (rules.ref) located in C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Malwarebytes\Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from that system to a usb stick or CD and then copy it to the infected machine.

On the Scanner tab:

• Make sure the "Perform Quick Scan" option is selected.
• Then click on the Scan button.
• If asked to select the drives to scan, leave all the drives selected and click on the Start Scan button.
• The scan will begin and "Scan in progress" will show at the top. It may take some time to complete so please be patient.
• When the scan is finished, a message box will say "The scan completed successfully. Click 'Show Results' to display all objects found".
• Click OK to close the message box and continue with the removal process.

Back at the main Scanner screen:

• Click on the Show Results button to see a list of any malware that was found.
• Make sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.
• When removal is completed, a log report will open in Notepad.
• The log is automatically saved and can be viewed by clicking the Logs tab in MBAM.
• Copy and paste the contents of that report in your next reply and exit MBAM.

Note: If MBAM encounters a file that is difficult to remove, you may be asked to reboot your computer so it can proceed with the disinfection process. Regardless if prompted to restart the computer or not, please do so immediately. Failure to reboot normally (not into safe mode) will prevent MBAM from removing all the malware. MBAM may "make changes to your registry" as part of its disinfection routine. If using other security programs that detect registry changes (ie Spybot's Teatimer), they may interfere or alert you after scanning with MBAM. Please temporarily disable such programs or permit them to allow the changes.

Things to include in your next reply:
Combofix.txt
MBAM log
A new DDS log.
How is your machine running now? Any signs or symptoms of infection?

Here's the log from MBAM:

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.44
Database version: 3772
Windows 6.0.6001 Service Pack 1
Internet Explorer 7.0.6001.18000

2/21/2010 7:05:48 PM
mbam-log-2010-02-21 (19-05-48).txt

Scan type: Quick Scan
Objects scanned: 116372
Time elapsed: 9 minute(s), 47 second(s)

Memory Processes Infected: 0
Memory Modules Infected: 0
Registry Keys Infected: 0
Registry Values Infected: 0
Registry Data Items Infected: 0
Folders Infected: 0
Files Infected: 0

Memory Processes Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Memory Modules Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Keys Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Values Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Data Items Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Folders Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Files Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

- It did not find any malware.

I've attached the Combofix and DDS log. My PC appears to being good.

Thanks,

Ralph

Hello,


1.
Backup Your Registry with ERUNT

• Please use the following link and scroll down to ERUNT and download it.
  http://aumha.org/freeware/freeware.php
• For version with the Installer:
  Use the setup program to install ERUNT on your computer
• For the zipped version:
  Unzip all the files into a folder of your choice.

Click Erunt.exe to backup your registry to the folder of your choice.

Note: to restore your registry, go to the folder and start ERDNT.exe

2.
We need to run a reg file

1. Copy the following into a notepad (Start>Run>"notepad"). Do not copy the word "code".

2. Click File, then Save As... .
3. Click Desktop on the left.
4. Under the Save as type dropdown, select All Files.
5. In the box File Name, input fix.reg
6. Hit Ok.
7. Double click fix.reg. A message box will pop up asking whether you want to merge the file with the registry. Click "yes". Once complete, click "ok"

NOTICE: This file was written specifically for this user, for use on that particular machine.
Running this on another machine may cause damage to your operating system

3.
Please download SystemLook from jpshortstuff and save it to your Desktop

Download Mirror #1

Download Mirror #2

• Double-click the SystemLook and copy/paste the following into the box
  
  CODE
  :filefind
  vaaur.exe
  looviap.exe
  
  
• Hit the Look button. Let it finish the scan
• A log will then pop-up to your Desktop.. Post the content of the log here in your next reply

Things to include in your next reply:
Systemlook log
A new DDS log

The DDS and SystemLook files are attached.

Thanks for all the help!

Hello, RalphMaupin.
Congratulations! You now appear clean!

Uninstall Combofix

• Make sure that Combofix.exe that you downloaded is on your Desktop but Do not run it!
  o *If it is not on your Desktop, the below will not work.
  
• Click on then Run....
  
• Now copy & paste the green bolded text in the run-box and click OK.
  
  ComboFix /Uninstall
  
  
  
  <Notice the space between the "x" and "/".> <--- It needs to be there
  Windows Vista users: Press the Windows Key + R to bring the Run... Command and then from there you can add in the Combofix /Uninstall
  
  
  
• Please advise if this step is missed for any reason as it performs some important actions:
  "This will uninstall Combofix, delete its related folders and files, reset your clock settings, hide file extensions, hide the system/hidden files and resets System Restore again.
  It also makes a clean Restore Point and flashes all the old restore points in order to prevent possible reinfection from an old one through system restore".

Are things running okay? Do you have any more questions?

System Still Slow?
You may wish to try StartupLite. Simply download this tool to your desktop and run it. It will explain any optional auto-start programs on your system, and offer the option to stop these programs from starting at startup. This will result in fewer programs running when you boot your system, and should improve preformance.
If that does not work, you can try the steps mentioned in Slow Computer/browser? Check Here First; It May Not Be Malware.

We Need to Clean Up Our Mess

• Download OTC by OldTimer and save it to your desktop.
• Double click icon to start the program. If you are using Vista, please right-click and choose run as administrator
• Then Click the big button.
• You will get a prompt saying "Being Cleanup Process". Please select Yes.
• Restart your computer when prompted.

Recommendations
Below are some recommendations to lower your chances of (re)infection.

1. Install and maintain an outbound firewall
2. Install Spyware Blaster and update it regularly
   If you wish, the commercial version provides automatic updating.
3. Install the MVPs hosts file, and update it regularly
   You can use the HostMan host file manager to do this automaticly if you wish.
   For more information on the hosts file, and what it can do for you, you can view the Tutorial on the Hosts file
4. Install an Anti-Spyware program, and update it regularly
   Malware Byte's Anti Malware is an excellent Anti-Spyware scanner. It's scan times are usually under ten minutes, and has excellent detection and removal rates.
   SUPERAntiSpyware is another good scanner with high detection and removal rates.
   Both programs are free for non commercial home use but provide a resident and do not nag if you purchase the paid versions.
5. Keep Windows (and your other Microsoft software) up to date!
   I cannot stress how important this is enough. Often holes are found in Internet Explorer or Windows itself that require patching. Sometimes these holes will allow an attacker unrestricted access to your computer.
   
   If you are using Windows XP or earlier
   Visit the Microsoft Update Website and follow the on screen instructions to setup Microsoft Update. Also follow the instructions to update your system. Please REBOOT and repeat this process until there are no more updates to install!!
   
   If you are using Windows Vista
   1. Click the "Start Menu" (or Windows Orb)
   2. Click "All Programs"
   3. Click "Windows Update"
   4. On the left, choose "Change Settings"
   5. Ensure that the checkbox "Use Microsoft Update" at the bottom of the window is checked.
   6. Press OK and accept the UAC prompt.
      Note: You shouldn't need to check this checkbox every single time you update, only the first time.
   7. Click "Check for Updates" in the upper left corner.
   8. Follow the instructions to install the latest updates.
   9. Reboot and repeat the "Check for Updates" until there are no more critical updates to install
6. Keep your other software up to date as well
   Software does not need to be made by Microsoft to be insecure. You can use the Secunia Online Software occasionally to help you check for out of date software on your machine.
7. Stay up to date!
   The MOST IMPORTANT part of any security setup is keeping the software up to date. Malware writers release new variants every single day. If your software updates don't keep up, then the malware will always be one step ahead. Not a good thing .

Hello.

Are you still there?

If you are please follow the instructions in my previous post.

If you still need help, follow the instructions I have given in my response. If you have since had your problem solved, we would appreciate you letting us know so we can close the topic.

Please reply back telling us so. If you don't reply within 5-7 days the topic will need to be closed.

Thanks for understanding

With Regards,
fireman4it

This thread will now be closed since the issue seems to be resolved.

If you need this topic reopened, please send me a PM and I will reopen it for you.

If you should have a new issue, please start a new topic.