freeze on startup or restarts on shut down.

Discussion in 'Malware Help - MG (A Specialist Will Reply)' started by Ark.7, Jun 8, 2009.

  1. Ark.7

    Ark.7 Private E-2

    NOt sure if this is where i need to post. sorry.

    SO yah... Computer freezes on startup in random spots either windows startup screen, or goes black after bios screen. or freezes when desktop starts. If i shut down it restarts, which i assume is a windows problem. I unchecked the restart if windows error button, and instead of restarts it blue screens.

    So i have done a bit of research. and stuff i tried

    sfc /scannow: detects problems fixes them but on startup same problem.

    Combofix wont run.

    malware bytes antispyware Installs but wont run.

    Adaware wont update but runs and doesnt find anything.

    Normally using a virus/firewall all inclusive program called Shaw Secure, which comes with the ISP SHaw. I am from Calgary Alberta Canada.

    avira antivirus detected some stuff and deleted it but nothing. Installed after Shaw secure, to see if any problems.

    Ive run tuneup utilites 1click maintenance and Registry Mechanic (both purchased.) and detects issues but nothing happens.

    SO yah. any advice would be terrific.

    Thank you for your help ahead of time.

    ark:
     
  2. Ark.7

    Ark.7 Private E-2

    And. now i cant open my hard drives. I am getting a Recycler\s-0-6... error. "Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again....

    adam:

    Thank you.
     
  3. Ark.7

    Ark.7 Private E-2

    ok so i have fixed the recycler error with Autorun eater... but the computer is still restarting on shutdown.
     
  4. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    You should have first done this:

    Please follow the instructions in the READ & RUN ME FIRST link given futher down and attach the requested logs when you finish these instructions.

    • If you have problems where no tools seem to run, please try following the steps given in the below and then continue on no matter what you find. You only need to try the TDSSserv steps if having problems getting scans in the Read & Run Me First. If TDSSserv is not found, just continue on with the READ & RUN ME.
    READ & RUN ME FIRST. Malware Removal Guide

    • If something does not run, write down the info to explain to us later but keep on going.
    • Do not assume that because one step does not work that they all will not.
    • After completing the READ & RUN ME and attaching your logs, make sure that you tell us what problems still remain ( if any still do )!
    Helpful Notes:

    1. If you run into problems trying to run the READ & RUN ME or any of the scans in normal boot mode, you can run the steps in safe boot mode but make sure you tell us what you did later when you post logs. See the below if you do not know how to boot in safe mode:

    2. If you have problems downloading on the problem PC, download the tools and the manual updates for SUPERAntiSpyware, Malwarebytes and Spybot ( links are given in the READ & RUN ME) onto another PC and then burn to a CD. Then copy them to the problem PC. You will have to skip getting updates if (and only if) your internet connection does not work. Yes you could use a flash drive too but flash drives are writeable and infections can spread to them.
    3. If you cannot seem to login to an infected user account, try using a different user account (if you have one) in either normal or safe boot mode and running only SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebytes while logged into this other user account. Then reboot and see if you can log into the problem user account. If you can then run SUPERAntiSpyware, Malwarebytes, ComboFix and MGtools on the infected account as requested in the instructions.
    4. To avoid additional delay in getting a response, it is strongly advised that after completing the READ & RUN ME you also read this sticky:

    Any additional post is a bump which will add more delay. Once you attach the logs, your thread will be in the work queue and as stated our system works the oldest threads FIRST.
     
  5. Ark.7

    Ark.7 Private E-2

    Ok. so I have gone through and followed all the steps.

    Check for installed spyware: nothing
    Ran CC cleaner: removed 230mb

    Combofix/Malwarebytes/SUPERantispyware will not run on the PC.
    Combofix: downloads will not open (*did run it in safemode)
    Malwarebytes: downloads, installs but will not run. (no error)
    Sas: downloads and when trying to install get (*Windows encounterd an error and needs to close)

    i ran the MGTools and have attached the .rar file.

    The computer is still freezing on reboot %50 of the time, and every shutdown restarts the PC.

    I tried using system restore and after I choose a date and click next, nothing happens, as if i never clicked next.

    Thanks again.
     

    Attached Files:

  6. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Please disable all anti-virus and anti-spyware programs while we do the following (re-enable when you are finished):

    Run C:\MGtools\analyse.exe by double clicking on it (Note: if using Vista, don't double click, use right click and select Run As Administrator). This is really HijackThis (select Do a system scan only) and select the following lines but DO NOT CLICK FIX until you exit all browser sessions including the one you are reading in right now:
    After clicking Fix, exit HJT.

    Now see if you can run the scans.

    Now run the C:\MGtools\GetLogs.bat file by double clicking on it (Note: if using Vista, don't double click, use right click and select Run As Administrator).

    Then attach the below logs:

    * SAS, MBAM and Combo if they will run.
    * C:\MGlogs.zip

    Make sure you tell me how things are working now!
     

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