re: Multiple illegal operation errors on startup
Thursday, May 19, 2005 at 7:44 pm
Windows 98 Annoyances Discussion Forum
Posted by Ms. Eagle
(33507 messages posted)
You're welcome. There's no sign of the bube virus in the log. The infections listed
are "Desktop Search" hijacker and "ISTBar foistware".
Under the circumstances, it might be best to 'generate a StartupList log" and post
that log, also at the same time. To do that, run HijackThis and click "Open the Misc
Tools section". Where it says Generate StartupList log, first choose "List also minor
sections (Full)". Then click Generate StartupList log. Once the scan is finished,
the log will automatically open in Notepad, etc.
I wouldn't get to carried away with registry mechanic, though. It's often necessary
to repair Internet Explorer once you've got things cleaned up. First, let me know
how the scan goes, etc and post a new log. Forget about Kapersky, I don't know what
the deal is. You've about got things cleaned up now.
As for Windows updates, you should wait until the malware is cleaned up. However,
not every update available applies in all circumstances. You should never install
every update that's available. WMP 9, for one, which doesn't get along well on 9x
systems. Don't install 'drivers' from Windows update site.
The most important updates are the IE Security updates. Usually, installing the latest
"cumulative" patch is sufficient. You should read the descriptions first. The best
way to install those, is to download them. Then install offline, after closing all
running programs and open windows. Install one at a time, rebooting in between.
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