"Not a valid Windows image" Error when Opening Programs
Hello,
When my computer is booting up, or I open any program, I get the following error message "The application or DLL C:\WINDOWS\system32\sfrdip.dll is not a valid Windows image". I was advised to post to this Malware removal forum. I have included my HijackThis log below.
Please advise if you can help! Thank you in advance.
Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 6:27:01 PM, on 8/25/2009 Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180) Boot mode: Normal
Welcome. Thank you for using Dell Community Forums.
I am reviewing your log. In the meantime, you can help me by addressing the following:
* Have you have posted this issue on another forum? If so, please provide a link to the topic.
* If you have disabled System Restore in an attempt to begin cleaning malware, please enable it now. We will flush System Restore when we are finished cleaning and we are sure that everything is running smoothly.
* If you are using any cracked software, please remove it. In addition to being illegal, when you install cracked software, you are running executable files from dubious, unknown sources. You are giving these sources access to information on your hard disk, and potential control over operation of your computer. Definition of cracked software HERE.
* If you are using any P2P (file sharing) programs, please remove them before we clean your computer. The nature of such software and the high incidence of malware in files downloaded with them is counter productive to restoring your PC to a healthy state. That includes BitTorrent and similar programs. There is a partial list HERE.
* If this computer belongs to someone else, do you have authority to apply the fixes we will use?
* After we begin working, please print or copy all instructions to Notepad in order to assist you when carrying out procedures. Please follow all instructions in sequence. Do not, on your own, install/re-install any programs or run any fixes or scanners that you have not been instructed to use because this may cause conflicts with the tools that I am using. Please note that these fixes are not instantaneous. Most infections require more than one round to properly eradicate. It is understood by the trained analysts that once a helper replies to a log, he continues working with you until the issue is resolved.
* During the course of our cleanup please do not do any additional online work or surfing until we have verified that your system is clean.
* We may be using some specialized tools during our fix. Certain embedded files that are part of legitimate programs or specialized fix tools such as process.exe, restart.exe, SmiUpdate.exe, reboot.exe, ws2fix.exe, prcviewer.exe and nircmd.exe may at times be detected by some anti-virus/anti-malware scanners as a "RiskTool", "Hacking tool", "Potentially unwanted tool", or even "malware (virus/trojan)" when that is not the case. Such programs have legitimate uses in contexts where an authorized user or administrator has knowingly installed it. These detections do not necessarily mean the file is malware or a bad program. It means it has the potential for being misused by others. Anti-virus scanners cannot distinguish between "good" and "malicious" use of such programs, therefore they may alert you or even automatically remove them.
I look forward to your reply so we can begin cleaning.
Instructions posted for this user are customized for this user only. The tools used may cause damage if used on a computer with different infections. If you think you have similar problems, please post a log at the top of this board to start a new forum topic.
Let's run a scan with MBAM. * If you are unable to download or install MBAM on your computer, see if you can use a friend's or family member's computer to download MBAM. Use the update link mentioned below to manually update. Once downloaded, rename the program installer "mbam-setup.exe" file to something else like "meg23.exe". Copy the installer file and the update file to a CD or flash drive. Transfer the files to the infected computer. Install the "merg23.exe" file, then run the update so that you will have the current definitions. After that, run a full system scan and select to have the program REMOVE whatever it finds.
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 fromhere 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 along with a fresh HijackThis log into 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 you're using other security programs that detect registry changes (like Spybot's Teatimer), they may interfere with the fix or alert you after scanning with MBAM. Please disable such programs until disinfection is complete or permit them to allow the changes.
**If you need to re-install MBAM but encounter issue in re-installing, try using the MBAM Cleanup Utility by downloading it from HERE
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)
HijackThis:
Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 5:47:30 PM, on 8/27/2009 Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180) Boot mode: Normal
A small box will open, with an explanation about the tool.
Click Yes at the prompt for Optional Scan.
When done, DDS will open two (2) logs
1. DDS.txt 2. Attach.txt
Save both reports to your desktop.
Copy/paste both logs to your reply on the forum.
Close the program window, and delete the program from your desktop.
Please note: You may have to disable any script protection running if the scan fails to run. After downloading the tool, disconnect from the internet and disable all antivirus protection. Run the scan, enable your A/V and reconnect to the internet. Information on A/V control HERE.
A pop-up told me to zip the Attach.text file and attach it to the reply post but when I try to do that I get an error and it says I don't have permission to create attachments so I am just pasting it below. Thanks for your help!
DDS.text:
DDS (Ver_09-07-30.01) - NTFSx86 Run by Meghan at 18:43:32.32 on Sun 08/30/2009 Internet Explorer: 6.0.2900.2180 Microsoft Windows XP Professional 5.1.2600.2.1252.1.1033.18.1014.453 [GMT -4:00]
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED, DO NOT POST THIS LOG. IF REQUESTED, ZIP IT UP & ATTACH IT
DDS (Ver_09-07-30.01)
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Boot Device: \Device\HarddiskVolume2 Install Date: 12/10/2007 6:29:40 PM System Uptime: 8/28/2009 8:50:22 PM (46 hours ago)
Motherboard: Dell Inc. | | 0MG532 Processor: Genuine Intel(R) CPU T2050 @ 1.60GHz | Microprocessor | 1596/133mhz Processor: Genuine Intel(R) CPU T2050 @ 1.60GHz | Microprocessor | 1596/133mhz
==== Disk Partitions =========================
C: is FIXED (NTFS) - 107 GiB total, 57.743 GiB free. D: is CDROM ()
RP81: 6/5/2009 4:08:50 PM - System Checkpoint RP82: 6/7/2009 9:32:30 PM - System Checkpoint RP83: 6/10/2009 6:59:51 PM - System Checkpoint RP84: 6/18/2009 11:11:49 PM - System Checkpoint RP85: 6/23/2009 8:31:14 PM - System Checkpoint RP86: 6/26/2009 6:15:02 PM - System Checkpoint RP87: 6/29/2009 9:30:45 PM - System Checkpoint RP88: 7/1/2009 5:08:03 PM - System Checkpoint RP89: 7/10/2009 6:21:48 PM - System Checkpoint RP90: 7/12/2009 2:04:42 AM - System Checkpoint RP91: 7/13/2009 5:19:24 AM - System Checkpoint RP92: 7/15/2009 12:58:04 PM - System Checkpoint RP93: 7/16/2009 2:37:03 PM - System Checkpoint RP94: 7/17/2009 8:53:13 PM - System Checkpoint RP95: 8/9/2009 9:03:03 PM - System Checkpoint RP96: 8/11/2009 11:30:30 AM - System Checkpoint RP97: 8/12/2009 11:44:07 PM - System Checkpoint RP98: 8/15/2009 7:55:54 PM - System Checkpoint RP99: 8/17/2009 1:16:52 PM - System Checkpoint RP100: 8/18/2009 5:07:27 PM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP101: 8/18/2009 5:19:14 PM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP102: 8/18/2009 5:35:36 PM - Removed Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 12 RP103: 8/18/2009 5:36:38 PM - Removed TMASOEDL RP104: 8/18/2009 5:36:50 PM - Removed TMASOLDL RP105: 8/18/2009 5:47:21 PM - Installed Trend Micro OfficeScan Client. RP106: 8/18/2009 5:49:23 PM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP107: 8/19/2009 10:11:40 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP108: 8/20/2009 8:59:00 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP109: 8/20/2009 9:37:18 AM - Installed Windows XP WgaNotify. RP110: 8/21/2009 10:28:40 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP111: 8/22/2009 9:24:13 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP112: 8/22/2009 11:05:06 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP113: 8/23/2009 2:18:59 PM - System Checkpoint RP114: 8/23/2009 6:52:11 PM - Installed Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro - English, Français, Deutsch. RP115: 8/23/2009 7:33:38 PM - Installed HPSU306Stub RP116: 8/24/2009 10:32:07 PM - System Checkpoint RP117: 8/25/2009 12:04:26 PM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP118: 8/26/2009 10:15:35 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP119: 8/27/2009 6:54:06 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP120: 8/27/2009 6:56:44 AM - Software Distribution Service 3.0 RP121: 8/27/2009 3:23:40 PM - Installed Compatibility Pack for the 2007 Office system RP122: 8/28/2009 5:21:35 PM - System Checkpoint RP123: 8/29/2009 6:31:53 PM - System Checkpoint
==== Installed Programs ======================
Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro - English, Français, Deutsch Adobe Flash Player 10 Plugin Adobe Reader 7.0 AGEIA PhysX v7.09.13 AIM 6 AiO_Scan_CDA AiOSoftwareNPI AOLIcon Apple Mobile Device Support Apple Software Update Banctec Service Agreement Bonjour Broadcom Management Programs BufferChm C3100 c3100_Help Comcast High-Speed Internet Install Wizard Compatibility Pack for the 2007 Office system Conexant HDA D110 MDC V.92 Modem Corel Photo Album 6 Dell CinePlayer Dell Digital Jukebox Driver Dell Driver Reset Tool Dell Game Console Dell Media Experience Dell Support Center Dell System Restore Dell Wireless WLAN Card DellSupport Destinations DeviceManagementQFolder Digital Content Portal Digital Line Detect DocProc DocProcQFolder Documentation & Support Launcher Dracula Origin EarthLink setup files EducateU ELIcon eSupportQFolder Fax_CDA Games, Music, & Photos Launcher Get High Speed Internet! Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer GRE POWERPREP High Definition Audio Driver Package - KB835221 HijackThis 2.0.2 Hotfix for Windows XP (KB896256) Hotfix for Windows XP (KB906569) Hotfix for Windows XP (KB908673) Hotfix for Windows XP (KB952287) Hotfix for Windows XP (KB970653-v3) HP Imaging Device Functions 7.0 HP Photosmart and Deskjet 7.0.A HP Photosmart Essential HP Software Update HP Solution Center 7.0 HPPhotoSmartExpress HPProductAssistant InstantShareDevicesMFC Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver Internet Service Offers Launcher iTunes Java 2 Runtime Environment, SE v1.4.2_03 Learn2 Player (Uninstall Only) Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Hotfix (KB928366) Microsoft Office Professional Edition 2003 Mixer Modem Helper Mozilla Firefox (3.0.13) MSXML 4.0 SP2 (KB936181) MSXML 4.0 SP2 (KB954430) Musicmatch® Jukebox NetWaiting NetZeroInstallers NewCopy_CDA OCR Software by I.R.I.S 7.0 PanoStandAlone ProductContextNPI QuickSet QuickTime Readme RealPlayer Basic Roxio DLA Roxio MyDVD LE Roxio RecordNow Audio Roxio RecordNow Copy Roxio RecordNow Data Scan ScannerCopy Search Assist Security Update for Step By Step Interactive Training (KB923723) Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB911564) Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB952069) Security Update for Windows Media Player (KB973540) Security Update for Windows Media Player 6.4 (KB925398) Security Update for Windows Media Player 9 (KB936782) Security Update for Windows XP (KB890046) Security Update for Windows XP (KB893756) Security Update for Windows XP (KB896358) Security Update for Windows XP (KB896423) Security Update for Windows XP (KB896424) Security Update for Windows XP (KB896428) Security Update for Windows XP (KB899587) Security Update for Windows XP (KB899588) Security Update for Windows XP (KB899591) Security Update for Windows XP (KB900725) Security Update for Windows XP (KB901017) Security Update for Windows XP (KB901214) Security Update for Windows XP (KB902400) Security Update for Windows XP (KB904706) Security Update for Windows XP (KB905414) Security Update for Windows XP (KB905749) Security Update for Windows XP (KB908519) Security Update for Windows XP (KB911562) Security Update for Windows XP (KB911927) Security Update for Windows XP (KB912919) Security Update for Windows XP (KB913580) Security Update for Windows XP (KB914388) Security Update for Windows XP (KB914389) Security Update for Windows XP (KB916281) Security Update for Windows XP (KB917159) Security Update for Windows XP (KB917344) Security Update for Windows XP (KB917953) Security Update for Windows XP (KB918118) Security Update for Windows XP (KB918439) Security Update for Windows XP (KB919007) Security Update for Windows XP (KB920213) Security Update for Windows XP (KB920670) Security Update for Windows XP (KB920683) Security Update for Windows XP (KB920685) Security Update for Windows XP (KB921503) Security Update for Windows XP (KB921883) Security Update for Windows XP (KB922819) Security Update for Windows XP (KB923191) Security Update for Windows XP (KB923414) Security Update for Windows XP (KB923561) Security Update for Windows XP (KB923689) Security Update for Windows XP (KB923980) Security Update for Windows XP (KB924270) Security Update for Windows XP (KB924496) Security Update for Windows XP (KB924667) Security Update for Windows XP (KB925902) Security Update for Windows XP (KB926255) Security Update for Windows XP (KB926436) Security Update for Windows XP (KB927779) Security Update for Windows XP (KB927802) Security Update for Windows XP (KB928255) Security Update for Windows XP (KB928843) Security Update for Windows XP (KB929123) Security Update for Windows XP (KB930178) Security Update for Windows XP (KB931261) Security Update for Windows XP (KB931784) Security Update for Windows XP (KB932168) Security Update for Windows XP (KB933729) Security Update for Windows XP (KB935839) Security Update for Windows XP (KB935840) Security Update for Windows XP (KB936021) Security Update for Windows XP (KB937894) Security Update for Windows XP (KB938127) Security Update for Windows XP (KB938464) Security Update for Windows XP (KB938829) Security Update for Windows XP (KB941202) Security Update for Windows XP (KB941568) Security Update for Windows XP (KB941569) Security Update for Windows XP (KB941644) Security Update for Windows XP (KB941693) Security Update for Windows XP (KB942615) Security Update for Windows XP (KB943055) Security Update for Windows XP (KB943460) Security Update for Windows XP (KB943485) Security Update for Windows XP (KB944338) Security Update for Windows XP (KB944533) Security Update for Windows XP (KB944653) Security Update for Windows XP (KB945553) Security Update for Windows XP (KB946026) Security Update for Windows XP (KB946648) Security Update for Windows XP (KB947864) Security Update for Windows XP (KB948590) Security Update for Windows XP (KB948881) Security Update for Windows XP (KB950749) Security Update for Windows XP (KB950759) Security Update for Windows XP (KB950760) Security Update for Windows XP (KB950762) Security Update for Windows XP (KB950974) Security Update for Windows XP (KB951066) Security Update for Windows XP (KB951376-v2) Security Update for Windows XP (KB951376) Security Update for Windows XP (KB951698) Security Update for Windows XP (KB951748) Security Update for Windows XP (KB952004) Security Update for Windows XP (KB952954) Security Update for Windows XP (KB953838) Security Update for Windows XP (KB953839) Security Update for Windows XP (KB954211) Security Update for Windows XP (KB954600) Security Update for Windows XP (KB955069) Security Update for Windows XP (KB956390) Security Update for Windows XP (KB956391) Security Update for Windows XP (KB956572) Security Update for Windows XP (KB956802) Security Update for Windows XP (KB956803) Security Update for Windows XP (KB956841) Security Update for Windows XP (KB957095) Security Update for Windows XP (KB957097) Security Update for Windows XP (KB958215) Security Update for Windows XP (KB958470) Security Update for Windows XP (KB958644) Security Update for Windows XP (KB958687) Security Update for Windows XP (KB959426) Security Update for Windows XP (KB960225) Security Update for Windows XP (KB960714) Security Update for Windows XP (KB960803) Security Update for Windows XP (KB960859) Security Update for Windows XP (KB961371-v2) Security Update for Windows XP (KB961501) Security Update for Windows XP (KB968537) Security Update for Windows XP (KB970238) Security Update for Windows XP (KB971032) Security Update for Windows XP (KB971557) Security Update for Windows XP (KB971633) Security Update for Windows XP (KB971657) Security Update for Windows XP (KB972260) Security Update for Windows XP (KB973346) Security Update for Windows XP (KB973354) Security Update for Windows XP (KB973507) Security Update for Windows XP (KB973869) SolutionCenter Sonic Activation Module Sonic Update Manager Sound Blaster Audigy ADVANCED MB Demo Status Synaptics Pointing Device Driver Toolbox TrayApp Trend Micro OfficeScan Client Unload Update for Windows XP (KB894391) Update for Windows XP (KB898461) Update for Windows XP (KB900485) Update for Windows XP (KB908531) Update for Windows XP (KB910437) Update for Windows XP (KB911280) Update for Windows XP (KB912945) Update for Windows XP (KB916595) Update for Windows XP (KB920872) Update for Windows XP (KB922582) Update for Windows XP (KB927891) Update for Windows XP (KB930916) Update for Windows XP (KB936357) Update for Windows XP (KB938828) Update for Windows XP (KB942763) Update for Windows XP (KB942840) Update for Windows XP (KB946627) Update for Windows XP (KB951072-v2) Update for Windows XP (KB955839) Update for Windows XP (KB967715) Update for Windows XP (KB968389) Update for Windows XP (KB973815) URL Assistant Viewpoint Media Player WebCyberCoach 3.2 Dell WebFldrs XP WebReg WildTangent Web Driver Windows Genuine Advantage Notifications (KB905474) Windows Installer 3.1 (KB893803) Windows Media Format Runtime Windows XP Hotfix - KB873339 Windows XP Hotfix - KB885250 Windows XP Hotfix - KB885835 Windows XP Hotfix - KB885836 Windows XP Hotfix - KB885855 Windows XP Hotfix - KB886185 Windows XP Hotfix - KB887472 Windows XP Hotfix - KB888113 Windows XP Hotfix - KB888302 Windows XP Hotfix - KB889673 Windows XP Hotfix - KB890859 Windows XP Hotfix - KB891781 Windows XP Hotfix - KB892627 Windows XP Hotfix - KB893056 WordPerfect Office 12
==== Event Viewer Messages From Past Week ========
8/28/2009 9:46:31 AM, error: ipnathlp [32003] - The Network Address Translator (NAT) was unable to request an operation of the kernel-mode translation module. This may indicate misconfiguration, insufficient resources, or an internal error. The data is the error code. 8/27/2009 6:53:49 AM, error: Dhcp [1002] - The IP address lease 192.168.1.145 for the Network Card with network address 0016CF2E0EA8 has been denied by the DHCP server 192.168.1.1 (The DHCP Server sent a DHCPNACK message). 8/25/2009 12:06:18 PM, error: Windows Update Agent [20] - Installation Failure: Windows failed to install the following update with error 0x80070643: Windows Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP. 8/25/2009 12:04:45 PM, error: SideBySide [59] - Resolve Partial Assembly failed for Microsoft.VC80.MFCLOC. Reference error message: The referenced assembly is not installed on your system. . 8/25/2009 12:04:45 PM, error: SideBySide [59] - Generate Activation Context failed for C:\WINDOWS\WinSxS\x86_Microsoft.VC80.MFC_1fc8b3b9a1e18e3b_8.0.50727.762_x-ww_3bf8fa05\MFC80U.DLL. Reference error message: The operation completed successfully. . 8/25/2009 12:04:45 PM, error: SideBySide [32] - Dependent Assembly Microsoft.VC80.MFCLOC could not be found and Last Error was The referenced assembly is not installed on your system. 8/25/2009 10:49:52 AM, error: Dhcp [1002] - The IP address lease 192.168.1.101 for the Network Card with network address 0016CF2E0EA8 has been denied by the DHCP server 192.168.1.1 (The DHCP Server sent a DHCPNACK message). 8/24/2009 10:10:51 PM, error: Dhcp [1002] - The IP address lease 192.168.1.102 for the Network Card with network address 0016CF2E0EA8 has been denied by the DHCP server 192.168.1.1 (The DHCP Server sent a DHCPNACK message).
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)
HijakThis
Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 8:26:32 PM, on 8/30/2009 Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180) Boot mode: Normal
Please configure to show all files/folders: Go to Start>Search and at the top select Tools>Folder Options Select the View tab Display the contents of system folders Show hidden files and folders Uncheck: Hide protected operating system files Click on Apply. Next go to the side of the Search box and select All files and folders. Go down to More advanced options. Be sure the first three boxes are selected: Search System folders Search Hidden Files and folders Search SubFolders Delete this file if Trend Micro has not quarantined it already. According to your log it appears as if it did.
c:\windows\cfgall.ini
Please run HijackThis and place a checkmark next to the following:
Close all other windows and click "Fix checked". Close HijackThis. Reboot.
Go back and rehide files: Go to Start>Search and at the top select Tools>Folder Options Select the View tab Display the contents of system folders Show hidden files and folders Check: Hide protected operating system files Click on Apply.
Please download WinHelp2002's DelDomains by right-clicking on the following link, and choosing "Save Target As": http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/DelDomains.inf Save the file to the desktop. Then go to the desktop, right click on DelDomains.inf, and choose Install. You may not see any noticeable changes or prompts; this is normal.
Once it is finished your Zones should be reset. **Note: this will remove all entries in the Trusted Zone and Restricted Zone, and entries you had will need to be entered again. You will have to re-immunize with SpywareBlaster, and/or Spybot after doing this, and you’ll need to reinstall IESpyads (if you use any of these programs).
Please post a fresh HijackThis log and let me know how things are running.
Things are running well so far! I rebooted without any errors! Yay!!!
However, I tried following your directions to "install" the WinHelp DelDomains. When I right clicked I didn't get an option for "Save Target As", I got "Save Link As" and it saved it as a .txt file onto my desktop. Once it was on my desktop, when I right-clicked it didn't show an option to "Install". Am I doing something wrong?
Here is the most recent HijakThis log:
HijackThis
Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.2 Scan saved at 10:50:30 PM, on 9/1/2009 Platform: Windows XP SP2 (WinNT 5.01.2600) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP2 (6.00.2900.2180) Boot mode: Normal
Bugbatter
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Posted August 25th, 2009 17:00
Welcome. Thank you for using Dell Community Forums.
I am reviewing your log. In the meantime, you can help me by addressing the following:
* Have you have posted this issue on another forum? If so, please provide a link to the topic.
* If you have disabled System Restore in an attempt to begin cleaning malware, please enable it now. We will flush System Restore when we are finished cleaning and we are sure that everything is running smoothly.
* If you are using any cracked software, please remove it. In addition to being illegal, when you install cracked software, you are running executable files from dubious, unknown sources. You are giving these sources access to information on your hard disk, and potential control over operation of your computer. Definition of cracked software HERE.
* If you are using any P2P (file sharing) programs, please remove them before we clean your computer. The nature of such software and the high incidence of malware in files downloaded with them is counter productive to restoring your PC to a healthy state. That includes BitTorrent and similar programs. There is a partial list HERE.
* If this computer belongs to someone else, do you have authority to apply the fixes we will use?
* After we begin working, please print or copy all instructions to Notepad in order to assist you when carrying out procedures. Please follow all instructions in sequence. Do not, on your own, install/re-install any programs or run any fixes or scanners that you have not been instructed to use because this may cause conflicts with the tools that I am using. Please note that these fixes are not instantaneous. Most infections require more than one round to properly eradicate. It is understood by the trained analysts that once a helper replies to a log, he continues working with you until the issue is resolved.
* During the course of our cleanup please do not do any additional online work or surfing until we have verified that your system is clean.
* We may be using some specialized tools during our fix. Certain embedded files that are part of legitimate programs or specialized fix tools such as process.exe, restart.exe, SmiUpdate.exe, reboot.exe, ws2fix.exe, prcviewer.exe and nircmd.exe may at times be detected by some anti-virus/anti-malware scanners as a "RiskTool", "Hacking tool", "Potentially unwanted tool", or even "malware (virus/trojan)" when that is not the case. Such programs have legitimate uses in contexts where an authorized user or administrator has knowingly installed it. These detections do not necessarily mean the file is malware or a bad program. It means it has the potential for being misused by others. Anti-virus scanners cannot distinguish between "good" and "malicious" use of such programs, therefore they may alert you or even automatically remove them.
I look forward to your reply so we can begin cleaning.
Instructions posted for this user are customized for this user only. The tools used may cause damage if used on a computer with different infections. If you think you have similar problems, please post a log at the top of this board to start a new forum topic.