Sorry Popups interfered with my post. My daughter's computer which is a CompacPresario R3000(not dell) when on start up has something called winfixer 2005 pop up. I tried not to let it install (I believe it didn't) but it keeps on coming up on startup. I tried to remove it once but it comes back. Is this a virus? a trojan? a legit program? Does anyone know? Should I be concerned? Thank you.
I'm using her laptop since my Dell Dimension 4100 is out of commission,
The fact that it keeps coming back after you try to remove it, doesn't sound good. the program USED TO BE available at Download.com (generally considered a reputable site)... however, it has since been REMOVED from there (which is not a good sign). You can try to following:
Preliminary note: When attempting the following directions, if you can't access the internet or perform the indicated download of HiJackThis (HJT) on your "infected" machine, you should download it onto another "good" machine (one at work?), then transfer it via floppy (it's a tiny file) to the infected machine, run the UNZipped/.EXE file on the infected machine, and finally transfer the generated log via floppy over to the good machine, to post your log online.
Download the latest version of HJT(hijackthis) (version 1.99.1) from
you must create a separate folder and place it there.... people commonly use C:\HJT. Note: Please do *NOT* use a TEMP (temporary) folder, *NOR* your DESKTOP, as HJT will be generating log files and backup files in the folder from which it is run... you risk accidentally losing these if you use a TEMP folder, and you will generate extreme clutter if you use your DESKTOP.
The file above comes as a compressed .ZIP file... you have to UNzip it (hopefully, you have an UNzip utility built into your Windows Explorer. If for any reason, you're unable to UNzip it, you can download the already-unzipped .EXE file from http://downloads.malwareremoval.com/HijackThis.exe )
After Unzipping, double click on HiJackThis.EXE
Click on Do a System Scan and Save a LogFile
This will automatically open NotePad
Copy the entire file from NotePad: EDIT/SelectAll, EDIT/Copy
Then go to the new forum dedicated for HiJack This logs (**NOT** back here), and PASTE the results there:
Be sure to include a detailed description of any problems/errors/warnings you are encountering.
Hopefully, one of the HJT experts will get to it as quickly as possible.
WARNING: HiJack This is a VERY POWERFUL tool. Do *NOT* do anything else (in particular, do NOT use it to delete any entries) until you are advised to do so!! Improper use of this tool can severely damage your system.
Supplemental note: The procedure as worded above has been carefully edited over time, so as to expedite the process of helping people. Nevertheless, it seems that many individuals try to be "creative", and make some variations. It really would be to your benefit if you follow these directions EXACTLY as stated... because certain changes on your part can result in slowing-down the help process.
Specifically, the following are 3 very common BAD deviations which will cause delays:
a)
BAD:
using an older/outdated version of HiJackThis...
The experts only work with the current version. So if you make a post with an older version, you'll simply be advised to get the latest version, re-run it, and re-post your log.
b)
BAD:
using a TEMP directory or your DESKTOP for HJT....
Some experts may insist you move HJT before they'll begin working with you. Others will start the repair process, advising you to move HJT as one of the very first steps.
Failure to do so can result in losing potentially critical information. So please, just use the suggested
C:\HJT directory, rather than try to be creative.
c)
BAD:
posting your log in the wrong forum...
if you post your log back here, in the Virus/SpyWare forum, it will "sit idly", either until the forum moderator gets around to move it for you... or until you decide to repost your log... in the HiJackThis forum.
I'm sorry I can't remember. I believe it may have been a winfixer folder on the desk top that had an uninstall folder or it was when I went into the start menu, programs, winfixer, uninstall. I really can't remember. I was just happy to get rid of it.
Hello, my computer has just came up with something called WinFixer. It says its a viris... i am currently using norton antiviris for my protector but it now says that it is using winantiviris pro 2006, mabye both at the same time???? Is WinFixer the same as winantiviris pro 2006? please help.
Hi,
I had the same thing about 6 months ago. I did a bunch of searches on the web for Winfixer 2005 to find solutions. I can't seem to find the message board that I got my solution from, but I found one that looks pretty similar.
CherAnn
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Sorry Popups interfered with my post. My daughter's computer which is a CompacPresario R3000(not dell) when on start up has something called winfixer 2005 pop up. I tried not to let it install (I believe it didn't) but it keeps on coming up on startup. I tried to remove it once but it comes back. Is this a virus? a trojan? a legit program? Does anyone know? Should I be concerned? Thank you.
I'm using her laptop since my Dell Dimension 4100 is out of commission,
ky331
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August 17th, 2005 13:00
http://majorgeeks.com/download3155.html
you must create a separate folder and place it there.... people commonly use C:\HJT. Note: Please do *NOT* use a TEMP (temporary) folder, *NOR* your DESKTOP, as HJT will be generating log files and backup files in the folder from which it is run... you risk accidentally losing these if you use a TEMP folder, and you will generate extreme clutter if you use your DESKTOP.
The file above comes as a compressed .ZIP file... you have to UNzip it (hopefully, you have an UNzip utility built into your Windows Explorer. If for any reason, you're unable to UNzip it, you can download the already-unzipped .EXE file from http://downloads.malwareremoval.com/HijackThis.exe )
After Unzipping, double click on HiJackThis.EXE
Click on Do a System Scan and Save a LogFile
This will automatically open NotePad
Copy the entire file from NotePad: EDIT/SelectAll, EDIT/Copy
Then go to the new forum dedicated for HiJack This logs (**NOT** back here), and PASTE the results there:
http://forums.us.dell.com/supportforums/board?board.id=si_hijack
Be sure to include a detailed description of any problems/errors/warnings you are encountering.
Hopefully, one of the HJT experts will get to it as quickly as possible.
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zbestwun2001
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August 30th, 2005 02:00
What program did you use to remove Winfixer? What steps did you take etc?
This is a new trojan and I would really apprecaite it if you told me how you removed this?
thanks alot,
Steve
zbestwun2001
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August 30th, 2005 18:00
This is new and I need to figure out the best way to help ppl get rid of this pest.
thanks
Steve
CherAnn
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MsTiaLia
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October 22nd, 2006 15:00
I had the same thing about 6 months ago. I did a bunch of searches on the web for Winfixer 2005 to find solutions. I can't seem to find the message board that I got my solution from, but I found one that looks pretty similar.
http://help.lockergnome.com/general/Winfixer-2005-ftopict38870.html
If you have any questions, leave a message on their board. I'm sure the same person who came up with this solution may be able to help you. Good luck!
zbestwun2001
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October 22nd, 2006 16:00
Please post a log on the HijackThis Forum where someone can review it and help you.
HJT Forum
Click HERE to download a self-extractable version of HijackThis.
- Double click on hijackthis.exe to extract hijackthis to folder c:\hijackthis.
- It will extract it to that folder and open the folder for you.
- It will also create a shortcut on your desktop to HijackThis.
- It will scan and the log should open in notepad.Click on "Edit > Select
- All" then click on "Edit > Copy" to copy the entire contents of the
- log.
Do not have HijackThis fix anything yet. Most of what it finds will be harmless or even required.thanks,
ZB1
Message Edited by zbestwun2001 on 10-22-2006 10:03 AM