I had noticed that my computer would have random popups to some Chinese websites. I ran all the recommended spyware/antivirus/firewall programs in the guide. When I went to install Java, it kept stalling the computer. I'd go to Internet Explorer and everything would just freeze. I don't know what I did different, but it seems to have installed correctly now. I ran HiJackThis and just want to make sure that my computer is now free of viruses.

[Saving space, attachment deleted by admin]Please go to Jotti's malware scan
(If more than one file needs scanned they must be done separately and logs posted for each one)

* Copy the file path in the below Code box:
Code: [Select]C:\WINDOWS\system32\wdfmgr.exe* At the upload site, click once inside the window next to Browse.
* Press Ctrl+V on the keyboard (both at the same time) to paste the file path into the window.
* Next click Submit file
* Your file will possibly be entered into a queue which normally takes less than a minute to clear.
* This will perform a scan across multiple different virus scanning engines.
* Important: Wait for all of the scanning engines to complete.
* Once the scan is finished, Copy and then Paste the link in the address bar into your next reply.

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Also scan these files and post the link to the results.

Code: [Select]C:\DOCUME~1\JONSON~1\LOCALS~1\Temp\hpbinxst.exe
Code: [Select]C:\WINDOWS\system32\CE1E54\DED0EC.EXE
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Download Disable/Remove Windows Messenger to the desktop to remove Windows Messenger.

Do not confuse Windows Messenger with MSN Messenger or Windows Live Messenger because they are not the same. Windows Messenger is a frequent cause of popups.

Unzip the file on the desktop. Open the MessengerDisable.exe and choose the bottom box - Uninstall Windows Messenger and click Apply.

Exit out of MessengerDisable then delete the two files that were put on the desktop.Here's the results of the scans:

c:\windows\system\32\wdfmgr.exe
http://virusscan.jotti.org/en/scanresult/e22de0692744b6190a27f847a590160d606a1b93/bdbcd5aa3c2a8424733cfd19086b9fb0f059a592

c:\docume~1\jonson~1\locals~1\temp\hpbinxst.exe
http://virusscan.jotti.org/en/scanresult/f8560159e0eb2690088a0235583f713acf8673de

c:\windows\system32\ce1e54\ded0ec.exe
i can't find that file, not showing up on explorer.

I also downloaded remove Windows Messenger and ran requested action. Any other reports that I should re-run & post logs for?

RaphaelOpen HijackThis and select Do a system scan only

Place a check mark next to the following entries: (if there)

- O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [DED0EC] C:\WINDOWS\system32\CE1E54\DED0EC.EXE

- O4 - Startup: DED0EC.lnk = C:\WINDOWS\system32\CE1E54\DED0EC.EXE

Important: Close all open windows except for HijackThis and then click Fix checked.

Once completed, exit HijackThis.

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If you already have ComboFix be sure to delete it and download a new copy.

Download ComboFix© by sUBs from one of the below links. Be sure top save it to the Desktop.

Link #1
Link #2

**Note: It is important that it is saved directly to your Desktop

Close any open Web browsers. (Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc) before starting ComboFix.

Temporarily disable your antivirus and any antispyware real time protection before performing a scan. Click this link to see a list of security programs that should be disabled and how to disable them.

Double click combofix.exe & follow the prompts.
Vista users Right-Click on ComboFix.exe and select Run as administrator (you will receive a UAC prompt, please allow it)
When finished ComboFix will produce a log for you.
Post the ComboFix log in your next reply.

Important: Do not mouseclick ComboFix's window while it is running. That may cause it to stall.

Remember to re-enable your antivirus and antispyware protection when ComboFix is complete.

If you have problems with ComboFix usage, see How to use ComboFixI ran HijackThis and it didn't find another instance of ded0ec.exe. Here's the log for combofix.

[Saving space, attachment deleted by admin]1. Go to Start > Run > type Notepad.exe and click OK to open Notepad.
It must be Notepad, not Wordpad.
2. Copy the text in the below code box by highlighting all the text and pressing Ctrl+C

Code: [Select]KillAll::

Folder::
c:\program files\Viewpoint
C:\WINDOWS\system32\CE1E54


DDS::
FF - plugin: c:\program files\Viewpoint\Viewpoint Experience Technology\npViewpoint.dll


3. Go to the Notepad window and click Edit > Paste
4. Then click File > Save
5. Name the file CFScript.txt - Save the file to your Desktop
6. Then drag the CFScript (hold the left mouse button while dragging the file) and DROP it (release the left mouse button) into ComboFix.exe as you see in the screenshot below. Important: Perform this instruction carefully!



ComboFix will begin to execute, just follow the prompts.
After reboot (in case it asks to reboot), it will produce a log for you.
Post that log (Combofix.txt) in your next reply.

Note: Do not mouseclick ComboFix's window while it is running. That may cause your system to freezeHere's the log from the second run of ComboFix.
sorry, I hit send before adding the log!

[Saving space, attachment deleted by admin]* Click START then RUN - Vista users press the Windows Key and the R keys for the Run box.
* Now type Combofix /Uninstall in the runbox
* Make sure there's a space between Combofix and /Uninstall
* Then hit Enter

* The above PROCEDURE will:
* Delete the following:
* ComboFix and its associated files and folders.
* Reset the clock SETTINGS.
* Hide file extensions, if required.
* Hide System/Hidden files, if required.
* Set a new, clean Restore Point.

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Clean out your temporary internet files and temp files.

Download TFC by OldTimer to your desktop.

Double-click TFC.exe to run it.

Note: If you are running on Vista, right-click on the file and choose Run As Administrator

TFC will close all programs when run, so make sure you have saved all your work before you begin.

* Click the Start button to begin the cleaning process.
* Depending on how often you clean temp files, execution time should be anywhere from a few seconds to a minute or two.
* Please let TFC run uninterrupted until it is finished.

Once TFC is finished it should restart your computer. If it does not, please manually restart the computer yourself to ensure a complete cleaning.

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ESET Online Scan

Scan your computer with the ESET FREE Online Virus Scan

* Click the ESET Online Scanner button.

* For alternate browsers only: (Microsoft Internet Explorer users can skip these steps)
* Click on the esetsmartinstaller_enu.exe to download the ESET Smart Installer. Save it to your desktop
* Double click on the esetsmartinstaller_enu.exe icon on your desktop.
* Place a check mark next to YES, I accept the Terms of Use.

* Click the Start button.
* Accept any security warnings from your browser.
* Leave the check mark next to Remove found threats and place a check next to Scan ARCHIVES.
* Click the Start button.
* ESET will then download updates, install, and begin scanning your computer. Please be patient as this can take some time.
* When the scan completes, click List of found threats.
* Next click Export to text file and save the file to your desktop using a name such as ESETScan. Include the contents of this report in your next reply.
* Click the <<Back button then click Finish.

In your next reply please include the ESET Online Scan Log
Here's the log from the ESET scan.

[Saving space, attachment deleted by admin]Time to finish up.


Use the Secunia Software Inspector to check for out of date software.

* Click Start Scanner
* Check the box next to Enable thorough system inspection.
* Click Start
* Allow the scan to finish and scroll down to see if any updates are needed.
* Update anything listed.

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Go to Microsoft Windows Update and get all critical updates.

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If you are using or have installed IE6 you are using an outdated and soon to be unsupported version of Internet Explorer and I strongly suggest you update to the latest version directly from Microsoft Internet Explorer 8: Home page.

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I recommend you keep SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for scanning/removal of malware. Unless you purchase them, they provide no realtime protection so will not interfere with each other. They do not use any significant amount of resources (except a little disk space) until you run a scan.

I suggest using WOT - Web of Trust. WOT is a free Internet security addon for your browser. It will keep you safe from online scams, identity theft, spyware, spam, viruses and unreliable shopping sites. WOT warns you before you interact with a risky website. It's easy and it's free.

SpywareBlaster - Secure your Internet Explorer to make it harder for ActiveX programs to run on your computer. Also stop certain cookies from being added to your computer when running Mozilla based browsers like Firefox.
* Using SpywareBlaster to protect your computer from Spyware and Malware
* If you don't know what ActiveX controls are, see here

Protect yourself against spyware using the Immunize feature in Spybot - SEARCH & Destroy.
* Guide: Use Spybot's Immunize Feature to prevent spyware infection in real-time. Note: To ensure you have the latest Immunizations always update Spybot - Search & Destroy before Immunizing. Spybot - Search & Destroy FAQ

Check out Keeping Yourself Safe On The Web for tips and free tools to help keep you safe in the future.

Also see Slow Computer? It May Not Be Malware for free cleaning/maintenance tools to help keep your computer running smooth.Thank you so much for the help!

RaphaelYour welcome.

Safe surfing...