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Old 08-09-2007, 08:53 PM   #8 (permalink)
Aaflac
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Re: Completed the 5 Steps

If you are not having malware problems, you are good to go!

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You can remove ComboFix, the C:\Qoobox folder (part of ComboFix), the C:\Deckard folder, C:\Program Files\SmitfraudFix, and C:\VundoFix\Backups.
Then, empty the Recycle Bin.

Also, clean out System Restore:

Go to Start > Run, and in the Open area, copy the following: control sysdm.cpl,,4
  • Press: Enter
  • Check the box: Turn off System Restore on all drives
  • Click: Apply
  • You are prompted to restart the computer.
  • Click: Yes
Now, turn on System Restore by removing the check on: Turn off System Restore on all drives
Click: OK

Next, create a Restore Point:
  • Go to: Start > All Programs
  • Go to: Accessories > System Tools, and select: System Restore
  • In the System Restore wizard, select: Create a restore point
  • Click the Next button.
  • Type a description for the restore point, like: Clean Slate (or whatever you like)
  • Click Create.
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Some of the best suggestions and programs to remain malware free are contained in Tony Klein’s article:
How Did I Get Infected In The First Place

It is also a very good practice to perform an online virus scan on a regular basis.
Scanners do not have identical malware definitions, and what one misses, another one can catch.
Some of the scanners are:
BitDefender Online Scanner
ESET NOD32 Online Scanner
F-Secure Online Scanner
Panda ActiveScan
TrendMicro HouseCall

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Thank you for your patience, and performing the procedures requested.
If you have any questions or comments, post back. Otherwise...


Good luck, and safe journey through the Internet!!
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