Need help to remove 'InstallConverter bundle uninstaller' from my laptop

[jrdecal]

Hello,

 

I am not sure how to describe the problem I am having right now. But I am trying to :-)

 

Yesterday I try to install a programm called jpg converter but I got lots of unwanted program installed in my laptop in a second. Now, its giving me problem like taking control of my control panel, I can't uninstall the program. Trying to uninstall/remove but its not working. Can you help, please.

 

OS: Windows 8

Dell laptop

 

Please help, there is lots of my important doc on my pc.

 

Thanks in advance

Murshid

 

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello! Welcome to Malwarebytes Forums!
My name is Georgi and and I will be helping you with your computer problems.

Before we begin, please note the following:

• I will working be on your Malware issues, this may or may not, solve other issues you have with your machine.
• The logs can take some time to research, so please be patient with me.
• Stay with the topic until I tell you that your system is clean. Missing symptoms does not mean that everything is okay.
• Instructions that I give are for your system only!
• Please do not run any tools until requested ! The reason for this is so I know what is going on with the machine at any time. Some programs can interfere with others and hamper the recovery process.
• Please perform all steps in the order received. If you can't understand something don't hesitate to ask.
• Again I would like to remind you to make no further changes to your computer unless I direct you to do so. I will not help you if you do not follow my instructions.

 

 

Please download Farbar Recovery Scan Tool and save it to your desktop.

Note: You need to run the version compatibale with your system. If you are not sure which version applies to your system download both of them and try to run them. Only one of them will run on your system, that will be the right version.

• Double-click to run it. When the tool opens click Yes to disclaimer.
• Press Scan button.
• It will make a log (FRST.txt) in the same directory the tool is run. Please copy and paste it to your reply.
• The first time the tool is run, it makes also another log (Addition.txt). Please attach it to your reply.

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hi,

 

Thanks for your support.have attached the files.

 

Addition.txt

FRST.txt

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello,

 

 

Your log(s) show that you are using so called peer-to-peer or file-sharing programmes (in your case BitTorrent). These programmes allow to share files between users as the name(s) suggest. In today's world the cyber crime has come to an enormous dimension and any means is used to infect personal computers to make use of their stored data or machine power for further propagation of the malware files. A popular means is the use of file-sharing tools as a tremendous amount of prospective victims can be reached through it.

It is therefore possible to be infected by downloading manipulated files via peer-to-peer tools and thus suggested to be used with intense care. Some further readings on this subject, along the included links, are as follows: "File-Sharing, otherwise known as Peer To Peer" and "Risks of File-Sharing Technology."

It is also important to note that sharing entertainment files and proprietary software infringes the copyright laws in many countries over the world and you are putting yourself at risk of being indicted through organisations watching over the rights of the authors of such files (i.e. the RIAA for music files, or the MPAA for movie files in the USA) or the authors of the files themselves.

Naturally there are also legal ways to use these services, such as downloading Linux distributions or office suites such as "Libre Office or GIMP."


Also, please take a look here:

How cyber criminals infect victims via P2P with pirated software
 

 

 

P2P/Piracy Warning:

 

   

If you're using Peer 2 Peer software such as uTorrent, BitTorrent or similar you must either fully uninstall them or completely disable them from running while being assisted here.

Failure to remove or disable such software will result in your topic being closed and no further assistance being provided.

If you have illegal/cracked software, cracks, keygens etc. on the system, please remove or uninstall them now and read the policy on Piracy.

 

 

STEP 1

 

 

Click on Start > type in appwiz.cpl in the search box and press Enter
Select the following program from the list:

 

TornTV
Torntv V9.0

Websteroids

 

and press the Uninstall button for each of them.

 

 

 

STEP 2

 

 

Please download the following file => fixlist.txt and save it to the Desktop.
NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.

Run FRST and press the Fix button just once and wait.
The tool will make a log on the Desktop (Fixlog.txt). Please post it to your reply.

 

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hello,

 

There is nothing showing in my cpanel/appwiz.cpl but few the microsoft visual c++. Not even my MS Office or anything. But I can work using MS office tools.  So, I can't uninstall :

TornTV
Torntv V9.0

Websteroids

 

Thanks

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hi,

 

That's weird because I noticed them in the Addition.txt:

 

==================== Installed Programs ======================

TornTV (x32 Version: 2.1 Build 26473 - TornTV.com) Hidden <==== ATTENTION
Torntv V9.0 (HKLM-x32\...\Torntv V9.0) (Version: 1.34.3.6 - installdaddy) <==== ATTENTION

Websteroids (x32 Version: 2.6.63 - Creative Island Media, LLC) Hidden <==== ATTENTION

 

Anyway It seems that the applications are hidden and that's why they are not listed in the Control Panel...

 

To unide them do the following:

 

Please download the following file => fixlist.txt and save it to the Desktop.
NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.

Run FRST and press the Fix button just once and wait.
The tool will make a log on the Desktop (Fixlog.txt). Please post it to your reply.

 

Next please download the fixlist from my previous post and press the Fix button again and post the log as well.

 

Thanks!

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hello again,

 

I was very upset about my problem. I thought will be best if I setup my OS again. I have product key but not the Windows 8 soft copy. As a result I try to download from internet. and I got u-torrent or few more thing on my pc. :-(

 

Forgot to let you know that I upgraded my windows 8 to 8.1 using microsoft account. After that

TornTV
 and

Websteroids

 

removed but the Torntv V9.0 is not.

 

Still now, my cpanel is not showing anything but few microsoft visual program.

 

 

Thanks

[jrdecal]

Hi,

 

I Have attached 2 files.

Thanks for your help.

Fixlog.txt

Fixlog.txt

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello,

 

Can you please run a new scan with FRST (make sure that Addition.txt is ticked) and then attach the logs to your next reply.

 

Still now, my cpanel is not showing anything but few microsoft visual program.

 

Yeah...I noticed that almost all of your installed programs are hidden and I can try to unhide them all but I don't think that this is a good idea because some of them are probably hidden for good reasons.

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hi,

Please see the attached file.

Thanks.

Addition.txt

FRST.txt

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello,

 

 

I don't see any malicious entries in the logs (except for a few remnants from Bittorrent, BitComet and a crack file).

 

We should remove them this way:

 

Please download the following file => fixlist.txt and save it to the Desktop.
NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.

Run FRST and press the Fix button just once and wait.
The tool will make a log on the Desktop (Fixlog.txt). Please post it to your reply.

 

However maybe after the upgrade you performed it seems that something overwrote the registry key and now only a few programs are listed (and I can no longer unhide them because they are missing rather than hidden)... I guess that if you reinstall all your software the entries will be recreated again and they should be visible again in the Add/Remove programs.

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hello,

 

Sorry I am late, had to make and dispatched all decal item for customer :-)

 

I have attached the file.

 

Thanks again.

 

jrdecal

Fixlog.txt

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello,

 

Nice work:

 

Let's make sure that there are no more potentially unwanted applications on the system.

 

First please create a new restore point just in case:

 

How to Create a System Restore Point in Windows 7

 

 

 

STEP 1

 

 

Please download Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to your desktop.
 

• Double-click mbam-setup-2.0.0.1000.exe and follow the prompts to install the program.
• At the end, be sure a checkmark is placed next to the following:
  • Launch Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
  • A 14 day trial of the Premium features is pre-selected. You may deselect this if you wish, and it will not diminish the scanning and removal capabilities of the program.
• Click Finish.
• On the Settings tab > Detection and Protection subtab, Detection Options, tick the box 'Scan for rootkits'.
• Click on the Scan tab, then click on Scan Now >> . If an update is available, click the Update Now button.
• A Threat Scan will begin.
• With some infections, you may see this message box.
  • 'Could not load DDA driver'
• Click 'Yes' to this message, to allow the driver to load after a restart.
• Allow the computer to restart. Continue with the rest of these instructions.
• When the scan is complete, click Apply Actions.
• Wait for the prompt to restart the computer to appear, then click on Yes.
• After the restart once you are back at your desktop, open MBAM once more.
• Click on the History tab > Application Logs.
• Double click on the scan log which shows the Date and time of the scan just performed.
• Click 'Copy to Clipboard'
• Paste the contents of the clipboard into your reply.

 

 

STEP 2

 

 

Please download AdwCleaner by Xplode and save to your Desktop.

• Double click on AdwCleaner.exe to run the tool.
  Vista/Windows 7/8 users right-click and select Run As Administrator.
• Click on the Scan button.
• AdwCleaner will begin to scan your computer like it did before.
• After the scan has finished click on the Clean button.
• Press OK when asked to close all programs and follow the onscreen prompts.
• Press OK again to allow AdwCleaner to restart the computer and complete the removal process.
• After rebooting, a logfile report (AdwCleaner[s0].txt) will open automatically.
• Copy and paste the contents of that logfile in your next reply.
• A copy of that logfile will also be saved in the C:\AdwCleaner folder.

 

 

STEP 3

 

 

  Please download Junkware Removal Tool to your desktop.

• Shut down your protection software now to avoid potential conflicts.
• Run the tool by double-clicking it. If you are using Windows Vista, 7, or 8; instead of double-clicking, right-mouse click JRT.exe and select "Run as Administrator".
• The tool will open and start scanning your system.
• Please be patient as this can take a while to complete depending on your system's specifications.
• On completion, a log (JRT.txt) is saved to your desktop and will automatically open.
• Post the contents of JRT.txt into your next message.

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hi,

Been busy with work,sorry for the late. did the three test and attached the result.

 

After this process my Laptop hangs 3 time.don't understand

 

Thanks again for your patient .

AdwCleanerS0.txt

JRT.txt

Malwarebytes Anti.txt

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello,

 

 

After this process my Laptop hangs 3 time.don't understand

 

 

What do you mean? The laptop froze and became unresponsive and you had to force reboot it in order to work again? Can you remember after which step the problem started occurring?

Also can you let me know if the problem still continue or it happened only during the steps above?

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

Hello Georgi,

 

Yes, my laptop frozes and became unresponsive and I had to power off and on again to work. It happened after all 3 steps done. But, till now, in the morning it seems ok.

 

Thanks

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hi,

 

That's good to hear.

 

Also if you don't mind, I want to make sure there is nothing lurking on the system so just in case I want you to go through these steps:

 

The most of them should take no more than 5 minutes each (but the time they take to complete can vary depending on the size of your hard and the speed of your computer).

 

 

STEP 1

 

 

• Please download RKill by Grinler from the link below and save it to your desktop.
  
  Rkill
• Before we begin, you should disable your anti-malware softwares you have installed so they do not interfere RKill running as some anti-malware softwares detect RKill as malicious. Please refer to this page if you are not sure how.
• Double-click on Rkill on your desktop to run it. (If you are using Windows Vista, please right-click on it and select Run As Administrator)
• A black screen will appear and then disappear. Please do not worry, that is normal. This means that the tool has been successfully executed.
• If nothing happens or if the tool does not run, please let me know in your next reply.
• A log pops up at the end of the run. This log file is located at C:\rkill.log.
• Please post the log in your next reply.

 

 

STEP 2

 

 

• Please download RogueKillerX64.exe and save to the desktop.
• Close all windows and browsers
• Right-click the program and select 'Run as Administrator'
• Press the scan button.
• A report opens on the desktop named - RKreport.txt
• Please copy and past the results at pastebin.com and post the link to the log in your next reply.

 

 

STEP 3
 

 

Please download the latest version of TDSSKiller from here and save it to your Desktop.

• Doubleclick on TDSSKiller.exe to run the application, then click on Change parameters.
   
• Put a checkmark beside loaded modules.
  
• A reboot will be needed to apply the changes. Do it.
• TDSSKiller will launch automatically after the reboot. Also your computer may seem very slow and unusable. This is normal. Give it enough time to load your background programs.
• Then click on Change parameters in TDSSKiller.
• Check all boxes then click OK.
   
• Click the Start Scan button.
   
• The scan should take no longer than 2 minutes.
• If a suspicious object is detected, the default action will be Skip, click on Continue.
  
• If malicious objects are found, they will show in the Scan results - Select action for found objects and offer three options.
  Ensure Cure (default) is selected, then click Continue > Reboot now to finish the cleaning process.
  
  Note: If Cure is not available, please choose Skip instead, do not choose Delete unless instructed.
• A report will be created in your root directory, (usually C:\ folder) in the form of "TDSSKiller.[Version]_[Date]_[Time]_log.txt". Please copy and past the results at pastebin.com and post the link to the log in your next reply.

 

 

STEP 4

 

 

Please download Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to your desktop.
 

• Double-click mbam-setup-2.0.0.1000.exe and follow the prompts to install the program.
• At the end, be sure a checkmark is placed next to the following:
  • Launch Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
  • A 14 day trial of the Premium features is pre-selected. You may deselect this if you wish, and it will not diminish the scanning and removal capabilities of the program.
• Click Finish.
• On the Settings tab > Detection and Protection subtab, Detection Options, tick the box 'Scan for rootkits'.
• Click on the Scan tab, then click on Scan Now >> . If an update is available, click the Update Now button.
• A Threat Scan will begin.
• With some infections, you may see this message box.
  • 'Could not load DDA driver'
• Click 'Yes' to this message, to allow the driver to load after a restart.
• Allow the computer to restart. Continue with the rest of these instructions.
• When the scan is complete, click Apply Actions.
• Wait for the prompt to restart the computer to appear, then click on Yes.
• After the restart once you are back at your desktop, open MBAM once more.
• Click on the History tab > Application Logs.
• Double click on the scan log which shows the Date and time of the scan just performed.
• Click 'Copy to Clipboard'
• Paste the contents of the clipboard into your reply.

 

 

STEP 5

 

 

1.Please download HitmanPro.

• For 32-bit Operating System - .
• This is the mirror -
• For 64-bit Operating System -
• This is the mirror -

2.Launch the program by double clicking on the icon. (Windows Vista/7 users right click on the HitmanPro icon and select run as administrator).

Note: If the program won't run please then open the program while holding down the left CTRL key until the program is loaded.

3.Click on the next button. You must agree with the terms of EULA. (if asked)

4.Check the box beside "No, I only want to perform a one-time scan to check this computer".

5.Click on the next button.

6.The program will start to scan the computer. The scan will typically take no more than 2-3 minutes.

7.When the scan is done click on drop-down menu of the found entries (if any) and choose - Apply to all => Ignore <= IMPORTANT!!!
 
8.Click on the next button.

9.Click on the "Save Log" button.

10.Save that file to your desktop and post the content of that file in your next reply.
 
Note: if there isn't a dropdown menu when the scan is done then please don't delete anything and close HitmanPro

Navigate to C:\ProgramData\HitmanPro\Logs open the report and copy and paste it to your next reply.

 

 

STEP 6

 

 

Download Security Check by screen317 from here.

• Save it to your Desktop.
• Double click SecurityCheck.exe and follow the onscreen instructions inside of the black box.
• A Notepad document should open automatically called checkup.txt; please post the contents of that document.

 

and then if there aren't any issues left I'll give you my final recommendations.

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hi.

 

 

Are you still around?

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

[jrdecal]

HI,

it's a long process can't manage time for this, Can you suggest me which anti-virus is good for me and protect me from everything(virus, malware.....so no).

 

Many Thanks.

[B-boy/StyLe/]

Hello,

 

If you don't wish to continue see my final recommendations then:

 

 

Nicely done ! This is the end of our journey if you don't have any more questions.

Thank you for following my instructions perfectly.
I have some final words for you.
All Clean !
Your machine appears to be clean, please take the time to read below on how to secure the machine and take the necessary steps to keep it Clean.

 

 

 

STEP 1 CLEANUP

 

 

 

To remove all of the tools we used and the files and folders they created, please do the following:

 

 

Download the following file => fixlist.txt and save it to the Desktop.
NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.

Run FRST/FRST64 and press the Fix button just once and wait.
It's no needed to post the log this time.

 

 

Please download OTC.exe by OldTimer and save it to your desktop.
 

• Right-click the OTC.exe and choose Run as Administrator.
• Click on CleanUp! button.
• If you are prompted to Reboot during the cleanup, select Yes.
• The tool will delete itself once it finishes.

 

• Next please download Delfix.exe by Xplode and save it to your desktop.
• Please start it and check the box next to "Remove disinfection tools" and click on the run button.
• The tool will delete itself once it finishes.

 

Note: If any tool, file, log file or folder (belonging to the program we have used) hasn't been deleted, please delete it manually.

 

 

 

STEP 2 SECURITY ADVICES
 

 

Change all your passwords !


Since your computer was infected for peace of mind, I would however advise you that all your passwords be changed immediately including those for bank accounts, credit cards and home loans, PIN codes etc)!! (just in case).

If you're storing password in the browser to access websites than they are non encrypted well (only if you use Firefox with master password protection activated provide better security). So I strongly recommend to change as much password as possible. Many of the modern malware samples have backdoor abilities and can steal confidential information from the compromised computer. Also you should check for any suspicious transactions if such occur. If you find out that you have been victim to fraud contact your bank or the appropriate institution for assistance.

Use different passwords for all your accounts. Also don't use easy passwords such as your favorite teams, bands or pets because this will allow people to guess your password.
You can use PC Tools Password Generator to create random passwords and then install an application like KeePass Password Safe to store them for easy access.If you do Online Banikng please read this article: Online Banking Protection Against Identity Theft

 

 

Keep your antivirus software turned on and up-to-date

 

• Make sure your antivirus software is turned on and up-to-date.
• New viruses come out every minute, so it is essential that you have the latest signatures for your antivirus program to provide you with the best possible protection from malicious software.
  Note:
• You should only have one antivirus installed at a time. You can find many freeware alternatives here: (Keep in mind that there is no antivirus software which can give you 100% lifetime protection from virus all the time so you should be careful while surfing on the internet and avoid installing unknown software on your computer).
  

   

  http://www.comss.ru/list.php?c=utils

  http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-anti-virus-software.htm

  http://freebies.about.com/od/computerfreebies/tp/best-free-antivirus.htm

  http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2388652,00.asp

  http://www.techradar.com/news/software/applications/best-free-antivirus-9-reviewed-and-rated-1057786

  http://www.raymond.cc/blog/comprehensive-list-of-free-anti-virus/

   

• Keep in mind to choose carefully in order to avoid conflicts or instability caused by incompatible security programs.Also having more than one "real-time" program can be a drain on your PC's efficiency...

• You should scan your computer with an AntiSpyware program like Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware on a regular basis just as you would an antivirus software.
• Be sure to check for and download any definition updates prior to performing a scan.
• Also keep in mind that MBAM is not a replacement for antivirus software, it is meant to complement the protection provided by a full antivirus product and is designed to detect the threats that are missed by most antivirus software.

 

 

Install HIPS based software if needed (or use Limited Account with UAC enabled)

 

I usually recommend to users to install HIPS based software but this type software is only effective in the right hands since it require from the users to take the right decisions.

 

HIPS based software controls what an application is allowed to do and not allowed to do.
It monitors what each application tries to do, how it use the internet and give you the ability to block any suspicious activity occurring on your computer.
In my opinion the best way to prevent an unknown malware from gaining access is to use some HIPS programs (like COMODO Firewall, PrivateFirewall, Online Armor etc.) to control the access rights of legitimate applications, although this would only be advisable for experienced users. (so if you don't feel comfortable using such software then you can skip this advice)

 

However, you should be aware though that (if you install Comodo Firewall and not the whole package Comodo Internet Security) this is not an replacement for a standard antivirus application. It's a great tool to add another layer of protection to your existent antivirus application. Also note that if you have an antivirus installed then you should install Comodo Firewall (and not Comodo Internet Security to avoid conflicts).

 

It takes some time and knowledge to configure it for individual purposes but once done, you should not have a problems with it.
There are so many reviews on YouTube and blogs about all these programs.
Keep in mind to choose carefully in order to avoid conflicts or instability caused by incompatible security programs.
Also having more than one "real-time" program can be a drain on your PC's efficiency so please refrain doing so.

More information about HIPS can be found here: What is Host Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) and how does it work?

 

If you like Comodo you should choose for yourself which version of Comodo you will use 5 or 7. Personally I stick to version 5 at least for now.

 

If these kind of programs are difficult for you to use then you can use limited user account (LUA) with UAC enabled. If you need administrative privileges to perform some tasks, then you can use Run As or log on as the administrator account for that specific task.

 

 

Be prepared for CryptoLocker:

 

 

CryptoLocker Ransomware Information Guide and FAQ

Cryptolocker Ransomware: What You Need To Know

New CryptoLocker Ransomware Variant Spread Through Yahoo Messenger

CryptoDefense and How_Decrypt Ransomware Information Guide and FAQ

 

 

Since the prevention is better than cure you can use gpedit built-in Windows or CryptoPrevent (described in the first link) to secure the PC against this locker.

Another way is to use Comodo Firewall and to add all local disks to Protected Files and Folders

You may want to check HitmanPro.Alert.CryptoGuard and add install it to be safe when surfing the net.

 

 

Practice Safe Internet


One of the main reasons people get infected in the first place is that they are not practicing Safe Internet. You practice Safe Internet when you educate yourself on how to properly use the Internet through the use of security tools and good practice. Knowing how you can get infected and what types of files and sites to avoid will be the most crucial step in keeping your computer malware free. The reality is that the majority of people who are infected with malware are ones who click on things they shouldn't be clicking on. Whether these things are files or sites it doesn't really matter. If something is out to get you, and you click on it, it most likely will.  Below are a list of simple precautions to take to keep your computer clean and running securely:
 

• If you receive an attachment from someone you do not know, DO NOT OPEN IT! Simple as that.  Opening attachments from people you do not know is a very common method for viruses or worms to infect your computer.
• .exe, .com, .bat, .pif, .scr or .cmd do not open the attachment unless you know for a fact that it is clean.  For the casual computer user, you will almost never receive a valid attachment of this type.
• If you receive an attachment from someone you know, and it looks suspicious, then it probably is.  The email could be from someone you know infected with a malware that is trying to infect everyone in their address book.
• If you are browsing the Internet and a popup appears saying that you are infected, ignore it!. These are, as far as I am concerned, scams that are being used to scare you into purchasing a piece of software. For an example of these types of popups, or Foistware, you should read this article:
  Foistware, And how to avoid it. There are also programs that disguise themselves as Anti-Spyware or security products but are instead scams.  For a list of these types of programs we recommend you visit this link: About Malwares, Rogues, Scarewares, SmitfraudFix
• Another tactic to fool you on the web is when a site displays a popup that looks like a normal Windows message  or alert. When you click on them, though, they instead bring you to another site that is trying to push a product on you.  We suggest that you close these windows by clicking on the X instead of the OK button. Alternatively, you can check to see if it's a real alert by right-clicking on the window.  If there is a menu that comes up saying Add to Favorites... you know it's a fake.
• Do not go to adult sites. I know this may bother some of you, but the fact is that a large amount of malware is pushed through these types of sites. I am not saying all adult sites do this, but a lot do.
• When using an Instant Messaging program be cautious about clicking on links people send to you. It is not uncommon for infections to send a message to everyone in the infected person's contact list that contains a link to an infection. Instead when you receive a message that contains a link, message back to the person asking if it is legit before you click on it.
• Stay away from Warez and Crack sites! In addition to the obvious copyright issues, the downloads from these sites are typically overrun with infections. Avoid using cracks and unknown programs from sources you don't trust. There are MANY alternative open-source applications. Malware writers just love cracks and keygens, and will often attach malicious code into them. By using cracks and/or keygens, you are asking for problems. So my advice is - stay away from them!
• Be careful of what you download off of web sites and Peer-2-Peer networks. Some sites disguise malware as legitimate software to trick you into installing them and Peer-2-Peer networks are crawling with it. If you want to download a piece of software a from a site, and are not sure if they are legitimate, you can use McAfee Siteadvisor to look up info on the site. Note: skip this advice if your antivirus have a Web Guard.
• DO NOT INSTALL any software without first reading the End User License Agreement, otherwise known as the EULA. A tactic that some developers use is to offer their software for free, but have spyware and other programs you do not want bundled with it. This is where they make their money. By reading the agreement there is a good chance you can spot this and not install the software.

 

 

Tweak your browsers
 
 
MOZILLA FIREFOX


To prevent further infections be sure to install the following add-ons NoScript and AdBlock Plus

 

Adblock Plus hides all those annoying (and potentially dangerous) advertisements on websites that try and tempt you to buy or download something. AdBlock not only speeds up your browsing and makes it easier on your eyes, but also makes it safer.

 

Adblock Plus can be found here.

 

NoScript is only for advanced users as it blocks all the interactive parts of a webpage, such as login options. Obviously you wouldn’t want to block your ability to log on to your internet banking or your webmail, but thankfully you can tell NoScript to allow certain websites and block others. This is very useful to ensure that the website you’re visiting is not trying to tempt you to interact with another, more dangerous website.

 

NoScript can be found here
 

 

Google Chrome

 
If you like Google Chrome there are many similar extensions for this browser as well. Since I am not a Google Chrome user I can't tell you which of them are good and how they work. You should find out by yourself.

However Google Chrome can block a lot of unknown malware because of his sandbox.Beware of the fact that Google Chrome doesn't provide master password protection for your saved in the browser passwords. Check this out: Google Chrome security flaw offers unrestricted password access

 

 

For Internet Explorer 9/10 read the articles below:
 

Security and privacy features in Internet Explorer 9

Enhanced Protected Mode
Use Tracking Protection in Internet Explorer

Security in Internet Explorer 10

 

Immunize your browsers with SpywareBlaster 5 and Spybot Search and Destroy 1.6

Also MBAM acquired the following software Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit and it should work with the most popular browsers. Beware the product is in beta stage.

Changelog can be seen here and known issues here.

 

 
Make the extensions for known file types visible:
 

Be wary of files with a double extension such as jpg.exe. As a default setting, Windows often hides common file extensions, meaning that a program like image.jpg.exe will appear to you as simply image.jpg. Double extensions exploit this by hiding the second, dangerous extension and reassuring you with the first one.Check this out - Show or hide file name extensions.

 

 

Create an image of your system (you can use the built-in Windows software as well if you prefere)

 

• Now when your pc is malware free it is a good idea to do a backup of all important files just in case something happens it.
• Macrium Reflect is very good choice that enables you to create an image of your system drive which can be restored in case of problems.
• The download link is here.
• The tutorial on how to create an system image can be found here.
• The tutorial on how to restore an system image can be found here.
• Be sure to read the tutorial first.

 

 

Follow this list and your potential for being infected again will reduce dramatically.

Safe Surfing!

 

 

Regards,

Georgi

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