Suspected Hack

G'day Steve,

What the message means is that some of the Windows® core files have been damaged; this is possibly from the malware issues that you had.

To rectify this, do this... (you will need your original Windows® XP Disc)...

Insert your Windows® XP CD in the Drive (Hold down the Shift key to prevent it from running); then Go Start > Run...in the Command Box type this sfc /scannow. (Please note the space between the c and /.)
This will activate the Windows® System File Checker sfc, which will scan all the original system core files and check that they are all in their right places, and if not replace them from your CD.
Please do not do any other work on your computer whilst this process is running; also disable any scheduled anti-virus scans until the sfc has finished.
It usually takes about 35 - 55 minutes to complete....you may be asked to insert your Windows® disc (which is already in the Drive); so just hit retry and let the SFC do its thing.
Once completed, remove the CD and reboot the computer; all should be 'normal' after the reboot.
Post back with the results and any other queries/concerns.

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Window Xp Service Pack 2 Disc

Hello Dave,

First I want to thank you for your help!

I ran the scannow and all was well until about three quarters the way through. I got the following message:

Windows File Protection​

Files that are required to run windows properly have been replaced by unrecognized versions. To maintain stability, windows must restore the original versions of these files.

Insert your Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 CD Now​

The problem is I dont have a service pack 2 CD. I canceled out of the message and the scan continued on its merry way with no other problems.

Thanks again for your help!

Steve