PUP.Optional.TermTutor.A Removal Help

[EKIA73]

Hi,

 

I installed CamStudio a few days ago and accidentially installed FoxTab which I have successfully deleted but PUP.Optional.TermTuror.A is still there after repeated attempts to remove it using MB, JRT, Eset, and Adware removal. Can you please assist me on the proper steps to remove this?

 

Thank you,

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Hello,
    
 
They call me TwinHeadedEagle around here, and I'll be working with you.
 
     
    
Before we start please read and note the following:

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• Do not ask for help for your business PC. Companies are making revenue via computers, so it is good thing to pay someone to repair it.
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I can't foresee everything, so if anything unexpected happens, please stop and inform me!
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That being told, if any evidence of illegal OS, software, cracks/keygens or any other will be revealed, any further assistance will be suspended. If you are aware that there is this kind of stuff on your machine, remove it before proceeding!
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Failure to follow these guidelines will result with closing your topic and withdrawning any assistance.
 
 
 
 

Please re-run Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware.

• Click the History tab.
• Click Application Logs and double-click the newest Scan Log.
• At the bottom click Export and choose Text file.
• Save the file to your desktop and include its content in your next reply.

[EKIA73]

Thanks TwinHeadedEagle,

 

I am running MB again and will post the log shortly.

[EKIA73]

Attached is the log from the last MB scan.

 

 

Thanks again for your help!

MB Scan.txt

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Scan with ZOEK
 
Please download ZOEK by Smeenk and save it to your desktop (preferred version is the *.exe one)
Temporary disable your AntiVirus and AntiSpyware protection - instructions here.

• Right-click on icon and select Run as Administrator to start the tool.
• Wait patiently until the main console will appear, it may take a minute or two.
• In the main box please paste in the following script:
  

  createsrpoint;gpt.ini;z C:\Windows\System32\GroupPolicy;vC:\Windows\SysWOW64\GroupPolicy;vprocess;services-list;systemspecs;startupall;skipfix-iedefaults;firefoxlook;chromelook;filesrcm;installedprogs;

• Make sure that Scan All Users option is checked.
• Push Run Script and wait patiently. The scan may take a couple of minutes.
• When the scan completes, a zoek-results logfile should open in notepad.
• If a reboot is needed, it will be opened after it. You may also find it at your main drive (usually C:\ drive)

Post its content into your next reply.

[EKIA73]

Here are the Zoek results.

 

 

Thanks!

[TwinHeadedEagle]

I do not see the report?

[EKIA73]

My mistake, I selected the file but did not attach it and could not post again.

zoek-results.log

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Fix with ZOEK
 

This fix was created for this user for use on that particular machine.
Running it on another one may cause damage and render the system unstable.

 
Temporary disable your AntiVirus and AntiSpyware protection - instructions here.

• Right-click on icon and select Run as Administrator to start the tool.
• Wait patiently until the main console will appear, it may take a minute or two.
• In the main box please paste in the following script:
  

  createsrpoint;C:\Windows\System32\GroupPolicy\Machine;fsC:\Windows\System32\GroupPolicy\User;fsC:\Windows\System32\GroupPolicy\gpt.ini;fC:\Program Files (x86)\Mozilla Firefox\extensions\termtutor@termtutor.com;fblbkdnmdcafmfhinpmnlhhddbepgkeaa;chrffdefaults;autoclean;emptyalltemp;

• Make sure that Scan All Users option is checked.
• Push Run Script and wait patiently. The scan may take a couple of minutes.
• When the scan completes, a zoek-results logfile should open in notepad.
• If a reboot is needed, it will be opened after it. You may also find it at your main drive (usually C:\ drive)

Post its content into your next reply.

[EKIA73]

Attached is the Zoek fix results.

 

 

Thanks,

zoek-results.log

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Very good. Tell me how is your  PC now?

[EKIA73]

It seems fine, I am running MB one more time to see if it pops up again. I will let you know the results.

 

Thanks,

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Okay, keep me updated.

[EKIA73]

I ran MB again and nothing came up and it looks fine so I am performing a backup.

 

Any other tips or things I should look for?

 

Thanks for your help, you guys are great at what you do and I appreciate your hard work.

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Glad I could help. We will delete all used tools and I'll give you some tips to harden your security and learn how to protect yourself
 
 

Recommended reading:

 
 
MUST READ - security tips:

• Computer Security - a short guide to staying safer online.

• Simple and easy ways to keep your computer safe and secure on the Internet

MUST READ - general maintenance:

• What to do if your Computer is running slowly?

The Importance of Software Updating:

 

 
In order to stay protected it is very important that you regularly update all of your software. Cybercriminals depend on the apathy of users around software updates to keep their malicious endeavor running.
 
Operating systems, such as Windows, and applications, such as Adobe Reader or JAVA, are used by tens of millions of computers and devices around the world, making them a huge target for cybercriminals. Downloading updates and installing them can sometimes be tedious, but the advantages you get from the updates are certainly worth it.

• How to configure and use Automatic Updates in Windows
• How to update Java
• How to update Adobe Reader

Recommended additional software:

 
 
TFC - to clean unneeded temporary files.
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - to scan your system from time to time in search for malware.
Malwarebytes' Anti-Exploit - to prevent plenty of mostly exploited vulnerabilities.
McShield - to prevent infections spread by removable media.
CryptoPrevent - to secure yourself from very severe CryptoLocker infection.
Unchecky - to prevent from installing additional foistware, implemented in legitimate installations.
FiheHippo.com Update Checker - to keep your programs up-to-date.
Adblock - to surf the web without annoying ads! 
 
 

Post-cleanup procedures:

 

 
Download DelFix by Xplode and save it to your desktop.

• Run the tool by right click on the icon and Run as administrator option.
• Make sure that these ones are checked:
  • Remove disinfection tools
  • Purge system restore
  • Reset system settings
• Push Run.
• The program will run for a few seconds and display a notepad report. You do not need to attach it.

The tool will also record healthy state of registry and make a backup using ERUNT program in %windir%\ERUNT\DelFix
Tool deletes old system restore points and create a fresh system restore point after cleaning. 
 
 
 

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If you're happy with the help provided and/or wish to buy me a beer for the assistance you received, then you can consider a donation:

Thank you!

 
 
Stay safe,
TwinHeadedEagle  

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