Read this if you are infected

I'd like to suggest a set of guidelines to follow if you are infected and want help:


1. Run a full system scan with your antivirus. Make sure it is up to date.


A few links that may be helpful:

• Computer Security Guide
• Virus Removal Tools List
• Guide on Trojans and Rootkits
• Botnets

2. Download and install either/all of the following:

Spybot Search and Destroy
Ad-Aware
Malwarebytes' AntiMalware

Run a full scan with either/all. Let it remove anything it finds.

3. Do this if the above steps don't help you remove the infection entirely:

• Download HijackThis from TrendMicro.
• Install it and run it.
• Click Do a system scan and save log file
• When the Notepad pops up, copy and paste the contents of the log into a new thread that you make on HackForums ( to be more specific, here. Title the thread [HJT log][your problem].
• An example of such a thread would be:
• [HJT log] Antispyware 2009 popups
• Do NOT fix anything it finds there yet, as most of the entries listed in the log are legit and necessary for a smooth and stable running of your system.
• This makes it easier on the HJT Team to identify people who are in need of help.

Additional links: 

• Sandbox, HIPS, Virtualization, & System Hardening Apps
• Online Web Scanners
• Malware Tools
• Security Programs Update Thread
• Microsoft Update & Windows Update & Microsoft Office Update
• Malware Databases
• Compilation of White Hat Guides

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