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I downloaded adwcleaner and Malwarebytes after Google Chrome automatically opened and gave me a pop-up that said my system was compromised while I was playing a game. Nearly ***** myself. Both programs found some stuff which I deleted. However, Malwarebytes is still blocking a domain that apparently belongs to "Vidazoo," an advertising company. I'm wondering what exactly I can do here, as I've scanned a few times and nothing is being detected. Here are the logs from FRST:

Addition.txt FRST.txt

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@wobbleman11 We need a few more things.

Although I will not be directly assisting you, a malware removal expert will be along to assist after you do the following.

Let's get the info to get the process started. Be aware it will take many steps and scans to fully remove malware.

Please respond to all future instructions from your helper in a timely manner.

Let's go ahead and run a couple of scans and get some updated logs from your system. Please read the entire post below before starting so that you're more familiar with the process

Then follow each step in the order provided. Unless otherwise asked, please attach all logs

 

Please make the following system changes: Please pay close attention the the instructions in all of the following links.

  • If you have not done so already - Enable System Protection and create a NEW System Restore Point  <<<<< Important.
  • Temporarily disable your antivirus real-time protection or other security software first only if it blocks or interferes with the scans or downloads.. Make sure to turn it back on once the scans are completed
  • Temporarily disable Microsoft SmartScreen to download software below only if needed. Make sure to turn it back on once the downloads are completed
  • Disable-Fast-Startup   Windows 8 and newer only <<<<< Important.
  • Show-Hidden-Folders-Files-Extensions

Please run the following scans: Please pay close attention the the instructions in all of the following links.

  1. Click the following link and run a  Scan with AdwCleaner
  2. Click the following link and run a  Scan with Malwarebytes
       RESTART the computer <<<<< Important.
  3. Click the following link and run a  Scan with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool 

Example image of where to click to attach files when posting your reply

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Then be patient for the next expert to take your case. <<<<< Important.

 

Thank you

 

 

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From the log

Thu 2024-06-06 15:26:01.0662	Scan Started:  [ID: 380 - Flags: 1575/16]
Thu 2024-06-06 15:27:19.0605	Infection detected: C:\Users\colin\Desktop\Valyse\bin\ValyseAPI.dll [SHA256: 719C45C6B075828C71D04E7CE6280379DB184214BFE4411E0EE3904A224770D9] [MD5: C70B8C7D4581259E5AEA261E798B7D09] [3/08080020] [(null)]
Thu 2024-06-06 15:27:20.0487	Scan Results: Files Scanned: 68995, Duration: 1m 18s, Malicious Files: 1
Thu 2024-06-06 15:27:21.0183	Connected to A12
Thu 2024-06-06 15:27:21.0187	Scan Finished: [ID: 380 - Seq: 2147000000]

 

 

Please RESTART the computer and run the following scan.

Please temporarily disable the Webroot SecureAnywhere antivirus real-time protection and run this scan below.

 

Dr.Web CureIt!

Please download the Dr.Web CureIt! anti-virus utility
https://free.drweb.com/

 

You will need to send them an email to obtain a link to download the scanner, please do so

  • The downloaded file will normally have a unique name such as:  q7a9tr4p.exe
  • Close all open applications and locate the downloaded file and double-click to run it
  • The program will take a moment to launch and bring up the License and Update screen
  • Place a check mark to agree to the terms and then click on the Continue button
  • Click the underlined link Select objects for scanning
  • On the top left click the Scanning objects that should automatically check all objects
  • Click the small wrench and make sure there is a check on Automatically apply actions to threats
  • Then click the large button on bottom right Start scanning
  • Once the scan has completed there will be a link named Open report click that and a log named cureit.log should open in Notepad
  • The log is saved in the folder named Doctor Web in the top of your user profile folders
  • Please attach that log on your next reply

 

 

Thanks

 

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Thank you for the log

There are no infected objects detected

 

 

 

Please follow the directions from the following topic for a more extensive article on cleaning Google Chrome

Resetting Google Chrome to clear unexpected issues
 

Once you've finished cleaning Google Chrome, please RESTART the computer and run the following to get NEW fresh logs @wobbleman11

 

Scan with Malwarebytes
https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/304827-scan-with-malwarebytes/


Scan with AdwCleaner
https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/304822-scan-with-adwcleaner/

 

Scan with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool
https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/306601-scan-with-farbar-recovery-scan-tool/


Scan with FSS Farbar Service Scanner
https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/306736-scan-with-fss-farbar-service-scanner/


Scan with SecurityCheck by glax24
https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/307301-scan-with-securitycheck-by-glax24/

 

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Follow the steps below @wobbleman11

 

 

[ 1 ]

Please make the following change in Malwarebytes if you're using the Premium or Trial version

  • Please open Malwarebytes. Click on the small gear icon to open the Settings and go to the General tab.
  • Then turn off "Always register Malwarebytes in the Windows Security Center"
  • Restart the computer

 

[ 2 ]

Reinstall Google Chrome over the top of your current installation to ensure it has all it's valid required files.

https://www.google.com/chrome/

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[ 3 ]

Temporarily disable the real-time protection from Webroot antivirus and run the fix below.

 

 

Please run the following fix

 

NOTE: Please read all of the information below before running this fix.

  • NOTICE: This script was written specifically for this user, for use on this particular machine.
  • Running this on another machine may cause damage to your operating system that cannot be undone.

Once the fix has been completed, please attach the file FIXLOG.TXT to your next reply

Farbar program:   FRST64.exe

Save the attached file:  FIXLIST.TXT to this folder C:\Users\colin\Downloads\

NOTE. It's important that both files, FRST64.exe, and fixlist.txt are in the same location or the fix will not work.

Please make sure you disable any real-time antivirus or security software before running this script. Once completed, make sure you re-enable it.

 

Run the Farbar program with Admin rights and press the Fix button just once and wait.

The fix may possibly take up to 60 minutes to complete

If the tool needs a restart please make sure you let the system restart normally and let the tool complete its run after restart.
The tool will make a log named Fixlog.txt in the same folder you ran the Farbar program from. Please attach that log on your next reply.

 

  1. NOTE:  This fix will run a scan to check that all Microsoft operating system files are valid and not corrupt and attempt to correct any invalid files. It will also run a disk check on the restart to ensure disk integrity.
  2. NOTE: As part of this fix all temporary files will be removed. If you have any open web pages that have not been bookmarked please make sure you bookmark them now as all open applications may be automatically closed.
                Also, make sure you know the passwords for all websites as cookies may possibly be removed in some cases, but not all cases.
  3. NOTE: As part of this fix, it will also reset the network to default settings including the firewall. If you have custom firewall rules you need to save please export or save them first before running this fix.

The following directories are emptied:

  • Windows Temp
  • Users Temp folders
  • Edge, IE, FF, Chrome, and Opera caches, HTML5 storages, Cookies and History
  • Recently opened files cache
  • Discord cache
  • Java cache
  • Steam HTML cache
  • Explorer thumbnail and icon cache
  • BITS transfer queue (qmgr*.dat files)
  • Recycle Bin

Important: items are permanently deleted. They are not moved to quarantine. If you have any questions or concerns please ask before running this fix.

The system will be rebooted after the fix has run.

fixlist.txt

 

[ 4 ]

Please Uninstall, Update, or otherwise address the following as appropriate for your computer

  1. 7-Zip 19.00 (x64) v.19.00 Warning! Download Update | Uninstall old version and install new one.
  2. Audacity 2.3.2 v.2.3.2 Warning! Download Update
  3. calibre 64bit v.7.10.0 Warning! Download Update
  4. Discord v.0.0.309 Warning! Download Update
  5. Java 8 Update 331 (64-bit) v.8.0.3310.9 Warning! Download Update | Uninstall old version and install new one (jre-8u421-windows-x64.exe).
  6. Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Compact Edition [ENU] v.3.1.0000 Warning! This software is no longer supported.
  7. NVIDIA GeForce Experience 3.27.0.120 v.3.27.0.120 Warning! Download Update
  8. paint.net v.5.0.3 Warning! Download Update
  9. Zoom v.5.10.7 (6120) Warning! Download Update


Windows Live Essentials v.16.4.3528.0331 Warning! This software is no longer supported.


Then RESTART the computer and check for Windows Updates and install any found

 

 

 

 

 

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Excellent, glad to hear all is well again. I'll go ahead and close your topic now and wish you well.

Please follow the directions below to remove the logs and tools we've used. If any are still left after that you can manually uninstall or delete them.

Take care and stay safe out there. Try to follow as much of the advise below as you can as well.

 

Let's go ahead and do some clean-up work and remove the tools and logs we've run.

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, ensure all boxes under Actions are checked.
  • Under Delete Quarantines select Delete Now, then click Run.
  • Once complete, click OK.
  • A log will open in Notepad titled kprm-(date).txt. You can close it.

 

We're glad that we were able to assist you.

 

The following information will help you to keep your computer and data safer as well as improve your overall privacy

  1. Recommend using a Password Manager for all websites, etc. that require a password. Never use the same password on more than one site.
    https://www.howtogeek.com/780233/best-password-manager/
  2. Make sure you're backing up your files https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/136226-backup-software/
  3. Keep all software up to date - PatchMyPC - https://patchmypc.com/home-updater#download     https://patchmypc.com/about-us
  4. Keep your Operating System up to date and current at all times - https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-update-faq-8a903416-6f45-0718-f5c7-375e92dddeb2
  5. Further tips to help protect your computer data and improve your privacy: https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/258363-tips-to-help-protect-from-infection/ 
  6. Please consider installing the following Content Blockers for your Web browsers if you haven't done so already. This will help improve overall security

Malwarebytes Browser Guard

uBlock Origin

 

Cybersecurity basics & protection
Everything you need to know about cybercrime
https://www.malwarebytes.com/cybersecurity

 

Further reading if you'd 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. Please tell your friends and family if they too need assistance with malware removal

 

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