coolein Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322155 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Where do I download the latest database of Malwarebytes so I can save it on a flash drive and run it on the infected computer? I currently have database version 4700 (9/26) on the infected computer (that won't go on the internet probably due to the virus). It's the "Antivirus IS" virus and I have scanned it with the Malwarebytes in safe mode, after running rkill and disabling proxy on the IE but it didn't find it. I am hoping that the latest database (10/2) will but can't find the latest update. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkSnakeKobra Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322157 Share Posted October 3, 2010 The download version of the database is several days behind. Most likely yours is up to date. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkSnakeKobra Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322159 Share Posted October 3, 2010 You can download the latest below.http://data.mbamupdates.com/tools/mbam-rules.exe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolein Posted October 3, 2010 Author ID:322161 Share Posted October 3, 2010 The download version of the database is several days behind. Most likely yours is up to date.Is this the only place one can manually download the database?http://www.gt500.org/malwarebytes/That one is indeed several days old (9/26) as you mentioned. So there is no other place I can download the latest version? I have spent the last 7 hours trying to get rid of this virus and I am really hoping the latest database will do the trick. I really appreciate all the help given that I have an exam for dental school on Monday and I really could use my own computer instead of this 10 year old laptop I am on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkSnakeKobra Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322163 Share Posted October 3, 2010 You can try the link I posted above.http://data.mbamupdates.com/tools/mbam-rules.exeWe also offer free removal here. Just head to the malware removal forum and check out the directions there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolein Posted October 3, 2010 Author ID:322165 Share Posted October 3, 2010 You can download the latest below.http://data.mbamupdates.com/tools/mbam-rules.exeThat gives me the same thing. Database 4700, 9/26. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolein Posted October 3, 2010 Author ID:322167 Share Posted October 3, 2010 You can try the link I posted above.http://data.mbamupdates.com/tools/mbam-rules.exeWe also offer free removal here. Just head to the malware removal forum and check out the directions there.Do you know when that link will be updated w/ a newer database? I will use the removal forum for sure if the new database doesn't detect it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yardbird Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322169 Share Posted October 3, 2010 sometimes once a week, maybe more. Hard to Say ...regards... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haider Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322176 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Hello coolein: Please perform a Quick Scan in Normal Mode, if you can. MBAM by design works effictively in Normal Mode, don't use Safe Mode scanning unless an Expert asks. Please post back using button Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolein Posted October 3, 2010 Author ID:322342 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Hello coolein: Please perform a Quick Scan in Normal Mode, if you can. MBAM by design works effictively in Normal Mode, don't use Safe Mode scanning unless an Expert asks. Please post back using buttonThe virus won't let me. When I log on to normal mode and try to open MBAM it closes it. It also closes rkill when I try to open it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairie dog Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322357 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Hello, and welcome to Malwarebytes.orgWe don't work on Malware removal in the general forums. Please print out, read and follow the directions here, skipping any steps you are unable to complete. Then post a NEW topic here. One of the expert helpers there will give you one-on-one assistance when one becomes available.After posting your new post make sure under options that you select Track this topic and choose one of the Email options so that you're alerted when someone has replied to your post.Alternatively, as a paying customer, you can contact the help desk at support@malwarebytes.org Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
swagger Posted October 3, 2010 ID:322380 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Hello coolein,Alternatively, you can try this.From a known clean computer, install (if it's currently not installed) and update Malwarebytes' Anti-MalwareNext, navigate to:XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Malwarebytes\Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware\Vista: C:\ProgramData\Malwarebytes\Malwarebytes' Anti-MalwareFrom that directory, copy the rules.ref file and move it over to a flash/thumb drivePlug the flash/thumb drive into the infected computer and paste the rules.ref file into the appropriate folder aboveNote: Be careful as your flash/thumb drive can become infected when using it on an infected computer.This will ensure that you get the latest definitions onto the infected computer.Regards,Keith Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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