re: Hijack this scan result
Monday, January 3, 2005 at 3:45 pm
Windows Me Annoyances Discussion Forum
Posted by Ms. Eagle
(32573 messages posted)
Allan, I don't know all the details on your problem, but you're welcome to post the
Hijack This log here. I'll have a look and try to help.
Keep in mind, you'll need to be patient, as I/we can't always get to it immediately.
We get busy helping others on the forum, and sometimes it takes a bit of research
to check things out.
In addition, clear out ALL temp folders: Go into Internet Options - delete TIF and
choose 'delete all Offline content'. Settings - set the size of your TIF folder between
5 - 10 MB. Empty C:\Windows\temp folder and C:\temp folder, if you have one. Empty
Recycle Bin.
Hijack This 1.99 Important...Unzip 'Hijack This' into it's own
folder. Example: C:\HJT. It creates backups, and they're automatically saved
in the same location. Log off and close all open windows. Run 'HJT' and Click "Do
a system scan and save a logfile". It'll automatically open in Notepad. Most of the
entries are legitimate or required entries. Don't fix anything yet. For a
description of the entries:
HJT Tutorial Then paste the contents of the logfile here in a post.
Before posting, PLEASE select this Option below the message window: Check this
box to preserve your spacing, etc....
Install SpywareBlaster to help prevent future malware infections. It's NOT a cleaner.
It won't help with any current infections. Be sure to load it and check for/download
updates after installing. Then Enable all protection. Exit. Be sure to check for
updates frequently:
JavaCool Software
It's adviseable to consider using an alternative browser as your main browser. FireFox
(most popular) or Opera are a couple good choices. IE has too many security issues
and is very vulnerable to malware infections and hijackings. Hijackings are very
rare, with other browsers. If you stay with IE, I suggest IE-Spyads, also. For other
tips and suggestions:
How you got infected in the first place
Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites
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- Hijack this scan result (Allan: Monday, January 3, 2005 at 3:43 am)
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