I would like help with Packed.Hidden

jimhayden · 10-18-2009, 12:17 PM

I'm having no luck cleaning this machine. None of Windows xp administration tools even reckognize the hd any more and the "re-directs" foil my loading dds or gmer.
I need help!
This is a Acer 4200 notebook with a Toshiba MK1237GSX Harddrive.

Ried · 10-19-2009, 10:57 PM

Hello jimhayden,

Without logs, we're working blindly here. See if you can download the needed tools to a usb stick, then transfer them to this infected machine to run the tools.

jimhayden · 10-23-2009, 04:17 AM

Thanks for replying Ried. Nice to know I can come here in the future, but I have decided to wipe this HD and re-install the OS.
Sure learned too much about malware though

Jim

Ried · 10-23-2009, 08:21 AM

Hi Jim,

There is no shame in reformatting and reinstalling. While it is an incredible pain and time consuming, often times it's the best, and safest solution going forward.

Now that you have a fresh install, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programs if you do not already have them:

WOT, Web of Trust, warns you about risky websites that try to scam visitors, deliver malware or send spam. Protect your computer against online threats by using WOT as your front-line layer of protection when browsing or searching in unfamiliar territory. WOT's color-coded icons show you ratings for 21 million websites, helping you avoid the dangerous sites:

Green to go
Yellow for caution
Red to stop

WOT has an addon available for both Firefox and IE.

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware

- Scan here http://secunia.com/software_inspector/ for out of date & vulnerable common applications on your computer

- Update, and scan with your onboard Anti Malware and Anti Virus programs regularly. Without regular updates you will not be protected when new malicious programs are released.

In light of your recent issues, have a look at these well-written articles:

Take care.

10-18-2009, 12:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
jimhayden Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 2 OS: win7,vista,& XP (4 sets)	I would like help with Packed.Hidden I'm having no luck cleaning this machine. None of Windows xp administration tools even reckognize the hd any more and the "re-directs" foil my loading dds or gmer. I need help! This is a Acer 4200 notebook with a Toshiba MK1237GSX Harddrive.

10-19-2009, 10:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ried Assistant Manager, TSF Academy; Moderator/Analyst Security Team Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 26,993 OS: WinXP and Vista	Re: I would like help with Packed.Hidden Hello jimhayden, Without logs, we're working blindly here. See if you can download the needed tools to a usb stick, then transfer them to this infected machine to run the tools. __________________ Member of ASAP since 2005 Member of UNITE since 2006 "It is one life whether we spend it laughing or weeping." "Take the time to laugh--it is the music of the soul."

10-23-2009, 04:17 AM	#3 (permalink)
jimhayden Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 2 OS: win7,vista,& XP (4 sets)	Re: I would like help with Packed.Hidden Thanks for replying Ried. Nice to know I can come here in the future, but I have decided to wipe this HD and re-install the OS. Sure learned too much about malware though Jim

10-23-2009, 08:21 AM	#4 (permalink)
Ried Assistant Manager, TSF Academy; Moderator/Analyst Security Team Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 26,993 OS: WinXP and Vista	Re: I would like help with Packed.Hidden Hi Jim, There is no shame in reformatting and reinstalling. While it is an incredible pain and time consuming, often times it's the best, and safest solution going forward. Now that you have a fresh install, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programs if you do not already have them: WOT, Web of Trust, warns you about risky websites that try to scam visitors, deliver malware or send spam. Protect your computer against online threats by using WOT as your front-line layer of protection when browsing or searching in unfamiliar territory. WOT's color-coded icons show you ratings for 21 million websites, helping you avoid the dangerous sites: Green to go Yellow for caution Red to stop WOT has an addon available for both Firefox and IE. Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware - Scan here http://secunia.com/software_inspector/ for out of date & vulnerable common applications on your computer - Update, and scan with your onboard Anti Malware and Anti Virus programs regularly. Without regular updates you will not be protected when new malicious programs are released. In light of your recent issues, have a look at these well-written articles: How did I get infected in the first place? Think Prevention Take care. __________________ Member of ASAP since 2005 Member of UNITE since 2006 "It is one life whether we spend it laughing or weeping." "Take the time to laugh--it is the music of the soul."