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I have recently (the last couple days) been constantly getting the "Malicious Website Blocked" popups, even when no web browsers are open. As many others on here have written, the popups report different IPs, different/no domains, different ports, but are always "outbound" types, and the process is always "C:\Windows\SysWOW64\dllhost.exe", although I have now noticed a few times where it's a different file name than "dllhost.exe".

 

I have scanned many times with MBAM Premium, with rootkits checked, but it always comes up clean.

 

Also, my situation may be unique because I have noticed over the last couple days when I scan with AVG at startup that it finds about 7 medium threats called "Malsign.Generic.712". It always secures/removes them, then I rescan and it's clean, but then the next time when I start up and scan with AVG, I get that same virus scan result. So I may have at least a couple problems simultaneously going on here

 

I have hesitated to just start tinkering around with some of the in-depth resolutions offered on the forums here, because (1)I am new to trying to manually extract malware/viruses, and (2) because they are for the specific person/computer, and I don't want to make things worse. Can anyone help me get this straightened out?

 

Thank you in advance for any help!

 

Seanster

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

  • Limit your internet access to posting here, some infections just wait to steal typed-in passwords.
  • Please be patient. I know it is frustrating when your PC isn't working properly, but malware removal takes time.
  • Don't run any scripts or tools on your own, unsupervised usage may cause more harm than good.
  • Do not paste the logs in your posts, attachments make my work easier. There is a More reply options button, that gives you Upload Files option below which you can use to attach your reports. Always attach reports from all tools.
  • Always execute my instructions in given order. If for some reason you cannot completely follow one instruction, inform me about that.
  • Stay with me to the end, the absence of symptoms doesn't mean that your machine is fully operational.
  • Note that we may live in totally different time zones, what may cause some delays between answers.
  • 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.
  • If I don't hear from you within 3 days from this initial or any subsequent post, then this thread will be closed.

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:excl: There are no silly questions. Never be afraid to ask if in doubt!
 
 
 
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Download 51a5f31352b88-icon_MBAR.pngMalwarebytes Anti-Rootkit to your desktop.

  • Double-click the icon to start the tool.
  • It will ask you where to extract it, then it will start.
  • Warning! Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit needs to be run from an account with administrator rights.
  • Click in the introduction screen "next" to continue.
  • Click in the following screen "Update" to obtain the latest malware definitions.
  • Once the update is complete select "Next" and click "Scan".
  • When the scan is finished and no malware has been found select "Exit".
  • If malware was detected, make sure to check all the items and click "Cleanup". Reboot your computer.
  • Open the MBAR folder and paste the content of the following files in your next reply:
    • "mbar-log-{date} (xx-xx-xx).txt"
    • "system-log.txt"

 

 

FRST.gif Scan with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool
 
Please re-run Farbar Recovery Scan Tool to give me a fresh look at your system.

  • Right-click on FRST.gif icon and select RunAsAdmin.jpg Run as Administrator to start the tool.
    (XP users click run after receipt of Windows Security Warning - Open File).
  • Make sure that Addition option is checked.
  • Press Scan button and wait.
  • The tool will produce two logfiles on your desktop: FRST.txt and Addition.txt.

Please upload them into your next reply.

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Hello Twin Headed Eagle

 

Thanks for your reply!

 

I downloaded the Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit, and made it all the way to the "scan" option, but when I click scan, it says "This version of Malwarebytes Anti-Rootkit requires you to completely exit the Malwarebytes Anti-Malware application to continue." I don't have the MBAM application actively running, but I guess it may be doing something in the background (those "Malicious Website Blocked" notifications are still coming up constantly from my MBAM unless I end their process in Windows Task Manager).... Is there somewhere I can temporarily just disable it while I run the Anti-Rootkit scan?

 

seanster

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Got it, thanks - I was able to run the MBAR scan - the 2 requested files are attached, as well as the 2 new FRST logfiles

 

Just a couple notes - since re-starting after the MBAR scan, no more MWB pop-ups (and no dllhost.exe *32s showing up in Task Manager) !   I did however get the 6 threats found of Malsign.Generic.712 again when AVG did it's startup scan. All were removed (i.e. "secured") as previously. Maybe that's a separate problem??

 

Thanks for your help!

 

Seanster

mbar-log-2014-12-31 (09-58-09).txt

system-log.txt

Addition.txt

FRST.txt

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FRST.gif Fix with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool
 


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

 
Download attached fixlist.txt file and save it to the Desktop:
 
Both files, FRST and fixlist.txt have to be in the same location or the fix will not work!

  • Right-click on FRST.gif icon and select RunAsAdmin.jpg Run as Administrator to start the tool.
    (XP users click run after receipt of Windows Security Warning - Open File).
  • Press the Fix button just once and wait.
  • If for some reason the tool needs a restart, please make sure you let the system restart normally. After that let the tool complete its run.
  • When finished FRST will generate a log on the Desktop, called Fixlog.txt.

Please post it to your reply.

fixlist.txt

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Seems to be working fine - when the computer restarted after the FRST Fix, I didn't get any AVG notice regarding the "Malsign.Generic.713" thing (actually, first thing this morning after I woke the computer up, the AVG warning didn't come up then either)

 

Regarding the dllhost.exe problem, I haven't seen any problems with that from Task Manager or the MWB popups since the first FRST sequence yesterday. So it seems to be working great!

 

Is it okay to run my normal AVG and MBAM scans now or do I need to remove any of the specialized tools first? Or are there any more scans/fixes I need to run?

 

seanster

 

p.s. you got Beer Money coming! :)

 

p.p.s. although I haven't enjoyed the whole infection headache, I did really enjoy learning more about this malware protection/security stuff on the forums. I feel like I learned more about the inner workings of my PC in the last three days than in the last 3 years! Can you point me in the right direction of how I can learn more about these things? A book(s) or a website? How do you moderators/advisors get to your level of expertise in how to resolve virus issues and knowing just good general security practices? Any advice for a newbie?

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You're more than welcome :)
 
Yes, you can do anything you want now. 
 
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:

 
 
icon_exclaim.gifMUST READ - security tips:

icon_exclaim.gifMUST READ - general maintenance:

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.

Recommended additional software:

 
 
icon_arrow.gifTFC - to clean unneeded temporary files.
icon_arrow.gifMalwarebytes' Anti-Malware - to scan your system from time to time in search for malware.
icon_arrow.gifMalwarebytes' Anti-Exploit - to prevent plenty of mostly exploited vulnerabilities.
icon_arrow.gifMcShield - to prevent infections spread by removable media.
icon_arrow.gifUnchecky - to prevent from installing additional foistware, implemented in legitimate installations.
icon_arrow.gifAdblock - 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 51a5ce45263de-delfix.png 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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Thank you!

 
 
Stay safe,
TwinHeadedEagle   :)

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