Two unremovable malware

[awexd]

I've been recently infected by downloading a sketchy application. As soon as I felt something was off I stopped it and ran Malwarebytes which deleted most of the viruses. There is two backdoor malware I cannot delete. I've also noticed after this event my computer has been freezing a little every 10sec or so... I believe this might be the cause of it. I came onto the forums to see if there was a solution to deleting the two unwanted malware.

Addition.txt

FRST.txt

MalwareLog.txt

[Malwarebytes]

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1. Double-click to run it. When the tool opens click Yes to the disclaimer.
2. Press the Scan button.
   
3. It will make a log (FRST.txt) in the same directory the tool is run. Please copy and paste it to your reply.
4. The first time the tool is run, it also makes another log (Addition.txt). If you've run it before it may not and you may need to select it manually.

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[TwinHeadedEagle]

Hello and

 

Fix with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

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.

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 icon and select 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 finishes FRST will generate a log on the Desktop, called Fixlog.txt.

Please attach it to your reply.

 

When the fix is done, you'll find Time|Date.zip archive on your Desktop. Upload it in your next reply.

 

fixlist.txt

Edited May 13, 2018 by TwinHeadedEagle

[awexd]

Here it is! Thank you for the welcome and assistance.

Fixlog.txt

13.05.2018_12.58.43.zip

Edited May 13, 2018 by awexd

[Tedbrosby]

You need to run Windows in safe mode; Watch this video :

 

Once You are in Safe Mode, Goto this location: C:\Users\Kevin\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\

And remove "update.vbs". If I were you I would delete all files inside \Startup\ folder, just to be safe.

Now restart your computer and everything should be fine.

 

[awexd]

I went to go delete it in safe mode and it would disappear and reappear right on my screen. Surprisingly, on the file, the date modified hasn't changed either. I ran another malware scan and posted the Log in attachments.

MalwareLog2.txt

Edited May 14, 2018 by awexd

[TwinHeadedEagle]

I'll need another set of logs:

 

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 icon and select Run as Administrator to start the tool.
  (XP users click run after receipt of Windows Security Warning - Open File).
• Make sure that Addition.txt option is checked. option is checked.

  

• Press Scan button and wait.
  

• The tool will produce two logfiles on your desktop: FRST.txt and Addition.txt.
  

Please attach report into your next reply.

[Tedbrosby]

Hey again,

I downloaded your virus to my virtual machine to stimulate the experience and here is how I managed to remove it..

I have enclosed an archive file "" containing 2 batch files and 2 registry files which should help you remove the virus completely ( Follow the order 1,2,3)

Extract all files to desktop and do as follow:

1-  "1- kill wscript.bat" Run this batch file to kill "wscript.exe" process

2- "2- Remove updatevb.bat" Run this batch file to completely remove "update.vbs" from startup and temp folder.

3- "3- Delete Run Key.reg" Run this batch file to delete startup key pointing to update.vbs

4- "4- Disable Wscript.reg" Run this registry file to disable wscript completely and this will protect you in the future from any vbs viruses.

 

 

Updatevbs Remover.zip

Edited May 14, 2018 by Tedbrosby

[awexd]

This attachment is for TwinHeadedEagle

FRST.txt

Addition.txt

Edited May 14, 2018 by awexd

[TwinHeadedEagle]

@Tedbrosby

You're not the part of malware removal team, so you're not allowed to provide the assistance. Read here: LINK

 

@awexd

Let me know if this solves the issue:

 

Fix with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

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.

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 icon and select 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 finishes FRST will generate a log on the Desktop, called Fixlog.txt.
  

Please attach it to your reply.

fixlist.txt

[awexd]

I did what you told me and my computer seems to be "stutter" or freezing a few seconds.  Malwarebytes have not picked up any malware but windows defender has.

MalwareLog3.txt

[awexd]

Now that I'm relooking at this, these are the wrong dates, forget about the windows defender situation. It's odd I get these notifications now?

Edited May 14, 2018 by awexd

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Did you run the fix?

[awexd]

Yes I ran the fix. I forgot to attach the fixlog for you.

Fixlog.txt

[TwinHeadedEagle]

Windows Defender probably detected the malware in temporary directory during the FRST fix. How is the situation now?

[awexd]

The two malware has been removed, the computer still seems slower than before. I am not sure if it's from malware situation or if something that is taking up usage in the background.

[AdvancedSetup]

Hello @awexd

Just following up to make sure all is okay before closing your topic. If you do need further assistance please let us know.

Thank you

Ron