Jaxk Posted December 31, 2023 ID:1608380 Share Posted December 31, 2023 seem to have caught something trying to send info through cmd, tried to fix it myself but it seems my actions may have made it harder, sorry in advance MWBscan.txt FRST.txt Addition.txt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porthos Posted December 31, 2023 ID:1608390 Share Posted December 31, 2023 30 minutes ago, Jaxk said: seem to have caught something trying to send info through cmd What ever it is it is sending thru an IP owned by PureVPN. I know you grabbed the above logs but could do the following as well. Let's get the info to get the process started. Please do the following so that we may take a closer look at your system for any possible infections. Do these 2 steps FIRST so that files and folders are set to SHOW, plus also, Turn OFF Windows Fast Start. Show-Hidden-Folders-Files-Extensions https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/299345-show-hidden-folders-files-extensions/ Disable-Fast-Startup https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/299350-disable-fast-startup/ Then please restart the computer and do the following. WARNING: Do Not click the Repair option under Advanced unless requested by a Malwarebytes support agent or authorized helper NOTE: The tools and the information obtained are safe and not harmful to your privacy or your computer, please allow the programs to run if blocked by your system. Download the Malwarebytes Support Tool In your Downloads folder, open the mb-support-x.x.x.xxx.exe file In the User Account Control pop-up window, click Yes to continue the installation Run the MBST Support Tool. The tool also downloads and runs a file called FRSTEnglish. Please allow it to run. In the left navigation pane of the Malwarebytes Support Tool, click Advanced In the Advanced Options, click Gather Logs. A status diagram displays the tool is Getting logs from your machine A zip file named mbst-grab-results.zip will be saved to the Desktop or on the hidden Public desktop (usually C:\Users\Public\Desktop), please upload that file on your next reply Then be patient for the next expert to take your case. Thank you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted December 31, 2023 Author ID:1608393 Share Posted December 31, 2023 Thanks, here you go mbst-grab-results.zip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 1 ID:1608440 Share Posted January 1 Hello @Jaxk and My name is MKDB and I will assist you. Let's keep these principles as we proceed. Make sure to read the entire post below first. Please follow the steps in the given order and post back the log files. Please attach all log files into your post. Before we start, please make sure that you have an external backup, not connected to this system, of all private data. Only run the tools I guide you to. Please don't run any other scans, download, install or uninstall any programs while I'm working with you. As English is not my native language, please do not use slang or idioms. It may be hard for me to understand. If you do not respond within 4 days, your topic will be closed. Cracked or hacked or pirated programs are not only illegal, but also will make a computer a malware victim. Having such programs installed, is the easiest way to get infected. It is the leading cause of ransomware encryptions. It is at times also a big source of current trojan infections. If you are running any kin of illegal software on your system, please uninstall them now, before we start the cleaning procedure. Please give me some time to review what you have posted. Thank you! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 1 ID:1608441 Share Posted January 1 @Jaxk We will use Farbar Recovery Scan Tool (FRST) to run a fix. It is located here: C:\Users\GGPC\Downloads\FRST64.exe The fix may take some time, please be very patient and do not interfere. Thank you. Please download the attached fixlist.txt file and save it to your download folder, which is C:\users\GGPC\Downloads\ in your case. You will find the file FRSTEnglish.exe (FRST) as well in this folder. Note: It's important that both files, FRST and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work. Close all open programs and save your work. Run FRST. Press the Fix button only once and wait. Please be patient and do not interfere, even if FRST does not respond for some time. That's nothing to worry about. Please note: This Fix will remove all temporary files, empty recycle bin and will remove cookies and may result in some websites indicating they do not recognize your computer. It may be necessary to receive and apply a verification code. Please note: This step resets your Firewall settings and you may be asked later to grant permission for legitimate programs to pass through the Firewall. If you recognize the program, agree to the request. If the tool needs a restart, please make sure you let the system restart normally and let the tool complete its run after restart. FRST will create one log now (Fixlog.txt) in the same directory the tool is run. Please attach this logfile to your next reply. fixlist.txt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 1 Author ID:1608443 Share Posted January 1 Done don't seem to have any alerts since Fixlog.txt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 1 ID:1608509 Share Posted January 1 @Jaxk That seems to be good. Let's do a final check please. I would like you to run a tool named SecurityCheck to inquire about the current security update status of some applications. Download SecurityCheck by glax24: https://tools.safezone.cc/glax24/SecurityCheck/SecurityCheck.exe If Microsoft SmartScreen blocks the download, click through to save the file This tool is safe. Smartscreen is overly sensitive. If SmartScreen blocks the file from running click on More info and Run anyway Right-click with your mouse on the Securitycheck.exe and select "Run as administrator" and reply YES to allow to run & go forward Wait for the scan to finish. It will open a text file named SecurityCheck.txt Close the file. Attach it with your next reply. You can find this file in a folder called SecurityCheck, C:\SecurityCheck\SecurityCheck.txt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 2 Author ID:1608556 Share Posted January 2 thanks and done seem to be getting a lot of inbound alerts now. Fixlog.txt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 2 Author ID:1608603 Share Posted January 2 also attached the wrong file, my bad Quote SecurityCheck.txt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 2 ID:1608671 Share Posted January 2 (edited) @Jaxk Thanks for the logfile from SecurityCheck. I would like you to run MalwareBytes Support Tool again (MBST) again in order to check those blocks from MBAM. Thank you! Run MBST and accept license agreement. In the left navigation pane of MBST, click Advanced. In the Advanced Options, click Gather Logs. A status diagram displays the tool is Getting logs from your machine. A zip file named mbst-grab-results.zip will be saved to your desktop, please upload that file on your next reply. Edited January 2 by MKDB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 2 Author ID:1608708 Share Posted January 2 here ya go mbst-grab-results.zip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 2 ID:1608800 Share Posted January 2 @Jaxk Your newest logfiles from FRST look good, I do not see any active malware. Regarding those inbound attacks: The Real Time Protection of Malwarebytes for Windows is actively doing it's job to protect the system. In most cases the attempted probes will automatically stop on their own. If it continues you can add the IP to the local firewall to prevent it from contacting the computer period. If you wish to do so, here is one how-to guide: https://www.interserver.net/tips/kb/add-ip-address-windows-firewall/ But if you feel unsure about the situation, we can do some more checks by running some tools. It's up to you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 3 Author ID:1608887 Share Posted January 3 yea i figured since they were inbound, thanks for checking anyway Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porthos Posted January 3 ID:1608888 Share Posted January 3 @Jaxk Are you connected directly to your internet provider's modem? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 3 Author ID:1608890 Share Posted January 3 1 hour ago, Porthos said: @Jaxk Are you connected directly to your internet provider's modem? yes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Admin AdvancedSetup Posted January 3 Root Admin ID:1608905 Share Posted January 3 Having a physical router with firewall or a firewall between your ISP modem and your computers would be a good thing to help prevent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxk Posted January 3 Author ID:1608912 Share Posted January 3 i see, ill get that set up then Thanks for the advice 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Admin AdvancedSetup Posted January 3 Root Admin ID:1608914 Share Posted January 3 The following site is dedicated to discussions about networking https://www.snbforums.com/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 3 ID:1608966 Share Posted January 3 @Porthos & @AdvancedSetup Thanks for your support here! @Jaxk You should update some programs (if your still need them) or uninstall them (if you don't need them anymore) or otherwise adress these things: The elevation prompt for administrators is disabled. You should enable it. ^It is recommended to enable (default): Win+R typing UserAccountControlSettings and Enter^ AMD Software v.23.11.1 Warning! Download Update Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable (x86) - 14.36.32532 v.14.36.32532.0 Warning! Download Update Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable (x64) - 14.36.32532 v.14.36.32532.0 Warning! Download Update Microsoft OneDrive v.22.253.1204.0001 Warning! Download Update WinRAR 6.02 (64-bit) v.6.02.0 Warning! Download Update Discord v.1.0.9003 Warning! Download Update Audacity 3.1.3 v.3.1.3 Warning! Download Update VLC media player v.3.0.17.4 Warning! Download Update Adobe Acrobat (64-bit) v.22.003.20310 Warning! Download Update ^Please run Acrobat Reader DC and go Help - Check for updates...^ CCleaner v.6.19 Warning! Suspected demo version of anti-spyware, driver updater or optimizer. If this program is not familiar to you it is recommended to uninstall it and execute PC scanning using Malwarebytes Anti-Malware. Possible you became a victim of fraud or social engineering. Computer experts no longer recommend this program. Thank you for your cooperation. You can use KpRm to remove FRST and other tools. Please download KpRm by kernel-panik and save it to your desktop. Right-click kprm_(version).exe and select Run as Administrator. Read and accept the disclaimer. When the tool opens, select Delete Tools under Actions. Under Delete Quarantines select Delete Now, then click Run. Once complete, click OK. A log may open in Notepad titled kprm-(date).txt. I do not need it. Just close Notepad if it shows up. A few final recommendations can be found here: https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/258363-tips-to-help-protect-from-infection/ Further reading if you like to keep up on the malware threat scene: Malwarebytes Blog https://blog.malwarebytes.com/ Hopefully, we've been able to assist you with correcting your system issues. Thank you for using Malwarebytes. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKDB Posted January 4 ID:1609299 Share Posted January 4 Glad we could help. If you need this topic reopened, please send a Private Message to any one of the moderating team members. Please include a link to this topic with your request. This applies only to the originator of this thread. Other members who need assistance please start your own topic in a new thread. Please review the following for Tips to help protect from infection. Thank you. As this topic seems to be solved, I do not follow it any longer. Take care! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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