(c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed?

Discussion in 'Malware Help - MG (A Specialist Will Reply)' started by talent4theworld, Jan 19, 2012.

  1. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Hello and thank you for your time. This morning (1/19/12), after turning on my HP desktop, I noticed that BitDefender flashed a message stating that there was a virus (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini). I could not, and still cannot sign onto the internet using a cable modem. I called Comcast and they alerted me that it was probably this backdoor virus causing the problem.

    I am on a Windows 7, x64 bit desktop. In safe mode, no problem with the internet working. After following the Read&Run ME to a tee, BitDefender no longer picks up anything, but I still cannot log onto the internet. At times, the 'Network icon' on the bottom right of the screen says it's connected, but after some time, displays the yellow exclamation ! sign after a few seconds. I have spent the entire day going through the forums before posting, and no luck. I have followed from Step A -Z in flushing and trying to repair the connection, etc...

    I have attached the logs from all the scans except Root Repeal, since I have a 64bit operating Windows 7 system.

    What stinks is that I teach online, so hopefully we can figure this out before this Saturday. Again, I appreciate any help that you all may be able to provide and thanks for all the hard work that goes into this site.
     

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  2. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    And the last two logs....
     

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  3. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Now let's use ComboFix to remove a bunch of malware files.

    * Make sure that combofix.exe that you downloaded while doing the READ & RUN ME is on your Desktop but Do not run it!
    If it is not on your Desktop, the below will not work.
    * Also make sure you have shut down all protection software (antivirus, antispyware...etc) or they may get in the way of allowing ComboFix to run properly.
    * If ComboFix tells you it needs to update to a new version, make sure you allow it to update.
    * Open Notepad and copy/paste the text in the below code box into it (make sure you scroll all the way down in the code box to get all lines selected ):
    Code:
    ClearJavaCache::
    KILLALL::
    
    File::
    c:\windows\system32\2950.tmp
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.006
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.005
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.003
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.004
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.002
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.001
    c:\windows\SysWow64\temp.000
    c:\windows\system32\868D.tmp
    C:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\lsflt7.ver
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\00000001.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\00000002.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\00000004.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\000000c0.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\000000cb.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\000000cf.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\80000000.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\80000004.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\80000032.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\80000064.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\800000c0.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\800000cb.@
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U\800000cf.@
    
    Folder::
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U
    
    * Save the above as CFscript.txt and make sure you save it to the same location (should be on your Desktop) as ComboFix.exe
    * At this point, you MUST EXIT ALL BROWSERS NOW before continuing!
    * You should have both the ComboFix.exe and CFScript.txt icons on your Desktop.
    If it asks you to overide the previous file with the same name, click YES.
    * Now use your mouse to drag CFscript.txt on top of ComboFix.exe
    [​IMG]
    * Follow the prompts.
    * When it finishes, a log will be produced named c:\combofix.txt
    * I will ask for this log below

    Note:

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

    Note: If after running Combofix you discover none of your programs will open up, and you recieve the following error: "Illegal operation attempted on a registry key that has been marked for deletion". Then the answer is to REBOOT the machine, and all will be corrected.

    Attached is bfe.zip

    Inside is:

    • bfe.reg


    Extract bfe.reg to your desktop.
    Double-click bfe.reg and allow it to merge into the registry. If you get a "successfully merged into registry" type of message, reboot your PC and see if you can turn on BFE, or if it is already turned on.

    You can run these commands from the command prompt.

    • net start bfe
    • sc qc bfe


    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 log:

    • C:\MGlogs.zip

    Make sure you tell me how things are working now!
     

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  4. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    You, my friend, are a genius. All is working smoothly, actually...better than before!

    Thank you so so much....my heartache is solved! :-D
     
  5. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    You are welcome. Please attach the new MGLogs.zip so I can double check your files. ;)
     
  6. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    I have attached the log for you. I was worried for a second because my computer froze and I had to force restart it. Then, I was able to get back on the internet.

    Thanks again!
     

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  7. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Now download The Avenger by Swandog46 to your Desktop.

    See the download links under this icon [​IMG]
    Extract avenger.exe from the Zip file and save it to your desktop.

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


    1. Run avenger.exe by double-clicking on it.
    2. Click OK at the warning to continue to use The Avenger
    3. Do not change any of the check box options!
    4. Shut down your protection software now to avoid possible conflicts.
    5. Copy everything in the Quote box below, and paste it into the Input script here: part of The Avenger
    6. Now click the [​IMG] button
    7. Click Yes to the prompt to confirm you want to execute.
    8. Click Yes to the Reboot now? question that will appear when The Avenger finishes running.
    9. Your PC should reboot, if not, reboot it yourself.
    10. A log file from The Avenger will be produced at C:\avenger.txt and it will pop-up for you to view when you login after reboot.
    11. Attach this log to your next message. (See: HOW TO: Attach Items To Your Post )


    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 log:

    • C:\MGlogs.zip

    Make sure you tell me how things are working now or if you are having any other malware issues!
     
  8. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Thank you and attached is the C:\MGlogs.zip. I cannot find the Avenger text and all files are visible. I looked for C:\avenger.txt and do not see it in the C: drive. I conduct a search and no go. :confused
     

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  9. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Boot into safe mode and see if you can't manually remove those files. Use windows explorer to find and delete them. Let me know if you are successful.
     
  10. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Which files are you referring to for me to manually remove? C:\avenger.txt?
     
  11. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    This file:
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\lsflt7.ver

    And this folder:
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U
     
  12. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Done and Done. I was able to successfully move both the file and the folder.

    This file:
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\lsflt7.ver

    And this folder:
    C:\Windows\assembly\temp\U

    I attached the logs again just in case.
     

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  13. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Good deal.

    If you are not having any other malware problems, it is time to do our final steps:

    1. We recommend you keep SUPERAntiSpyware and Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for scanning/removal of malware. Unless you purchase them, they provide no real time protection. They do not use any significant amount of resources ( except a little disk space ) until you run a scan.We recommend them for doing backup scans when you suspect a malware infection.
    2. If we had you use ComboFix, uninstall ComboFix (This uninstall will only work as written if you installed ComboFix on your Desktop like we requested.)
      • Click START then RUN and enter the below into the run box and then click OK. Note the quotes are required
      • "%userprofile%\Desktop\combofix" /uninstall
        • Notes: The space between the combofix" and the /uninstall, it must be there.
        • This will uninstall ComboFix and also reset hidden files and folders settings back to Windows defaults.


    3. Go back to step 6 of the READ ME and renable your Disk Emulation software with Defogger if you had disabled it.
    4. Any other miscellaneous tools we may have had you install or download can be uninstalled and deleted.
    5. If we had you download any registry patches like fixme.reg or fixWLK.reg (or any others), you can delete these files now.
    6. If running Vista, it is time to make sure you have reenabled UAC by double clicking on the C:\MGtools\enableUAC.reg file and allowing it to be added to the registry.
    7. Go to add/remove programs and uninstall HijackThis.
    8. Goto the C:\MGtools folder and find the MGclean.bat file. Double click on this file to run this cleanup program that will remove files and folders related to MGtools and some other items from our cleaning procedures.
    9. If you are running Win 7, Vista, Windows XP or Windows ME, do the below:
      • Refer to the cleaning procedures pointed to by step 7 of the READ ME
        for your Window version and see the instructions to Disable System Restore which will flush your Restore Points.
      • Then reboot and Enable System Restore to create a new clean Restore Point.

    10. After doing the above, you should work thru the below link:


    Malware removal from a National Chain = $149
    Malware removal from MajorGeeks = $0
     
  14. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Again, thank you for your time and effort in helping me resolve my problems. You are and were a lifesaver to me and I'm sure, countless others. I have recommended this site to a few other friends and told them about your superb knowledge base to remove the viruses and other krap from my computer.

    I wish you the best in 2012 and this website rules!!

    I'm taking your directions and following them now. This computer is clean :cool

    PeaCE!
     
  15. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    You are most welcome. Safe surfing. :)
     
  16. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Well, I may have spoke too soon. I had to redo all of your steps in order to get it to work at around 3pm today. I noticed that when running combofix, the yellow ! sign on Windows 7 disappears. I have attached the logs again for you to look at...I just ran the C:\MGtools\GetLogs.bat file.

    Thanks again!
     

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  17. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Well, you've managed to get yourself re-infected.

    Download a fresh copy of Combo to your desktop:
    ComboFix

    * Make sure that combofix.exe that you downloaded while doing the READ & RUN ME is on your Desktop but Do not run it!
    If it is not on your Desktop, the below will not work.
    * Also make sure you have shut down all protection software (antivirus, antispyware...etc) or they may get in the way of allowing ComboFix to run properly.
    * If ComboFix tells you it needs to update to a new version, make sure you allow it to update.
    * Open Notepad and copy/paste the text in the below code box into it (make sure you scroll all the way down in the code box to get all lines selected ):
    Code:
    ClearJavaCache::
    KILLALL::
    
    Driver::
    cjmqyrb
    fvkmopp
    vthr
    
    Files::
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\cjmqyrb.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\fvkmopp.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\vthr.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\cjmqyrb.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\fvkmopp.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\vthr.sys
    C:\Users\Rob\AppData\Local\Temp\~bd23E4.tmp
    C:\Users\Rob\AppData\Local\Temp\~bd72A3.tmp
    
    
    * Save the above as CFscript.txt and make sure you save it to the same location (should be on your Desktop) as ComboFix.exe
    * At this point, you MUST EXIT ALL BROWSERS NOW before continuing!
    * You should have both the ComboFix.exe and CFScript.txt icons on your Desktop.
    If it asks you to overide the previous file with the same name, click YES.
    * Now use your mouse to drag CFscript.txt on top of ComboFix.exe
    [​IMG]
    * Follow the prompts.
    * When it finishes, a log will be produced named c:\combofix.txt
    * I will ask for this log below

    Note:

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

    Note: If after running Combofix you discover none of your programs will open up, and you recieve the following error: "Illegal operation attempted on a registry key that has been marked for deletion". Then the answer is to REBOOT the machine, and all will be corrected.

    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 log:

    • C:\MGlogs.zip

    Make sure you tell me how things are working now!
     
  18. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    I am unsure how I reinfected my computer b/c I followed the guide in the forum describing how to stay protected. I followed your directions and attached is the log.

    Thank you so much!
     

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  19. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Now download The Avenger by Swandog46 to your Desktop.

    See the download links under this icon [​IMG]
    Extract avenger.exe from the Zip file and save it to your desktop.

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


    1. Run avenger.exe by double-clicking on it.
    2. Click OK at the warning to continue to use The Avenger
    3. Do not change any of the check box options!
    4. Shut down your protection software now to avoid possible conflicts.
    5. Copy everything in the Quote box below, and paste it into the Input script here: part of The Avenger
    6. Now click the [​IMG] button
    7. Click Yes to the prompt to confirm you want to execute.
    8. Click Yes to the Reboot now? question that will appear when The Avenger finishes running.
    9. Your PC should reboot, if not, reboot it yourself.
    10. A log file from The Avenger will be produced at C:\avenger.txt and it will pop-up for you to view when you login after reboot.
    11. Attach this log to your next message. (See: HOW TO: Attach Items To Your Post )


    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 log:

    • C:\MGlogs.zip
     
  20. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Ok, I have done as you instructed. Sorry for the delay. I attached c:Mglogs.zip but cannot find c:avenger.txt. All hidden files are marked as being shown.

    I hope this one log will do and thanks again!
     

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  21. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    It looks like Avenger didn't run. Since you still have Combo on the desktop, let's try it:

    * Make sure that combofix.exe that you downloaded while doing the READ & RUN ME is on your Desktop but Do not run it!
    If it is not on your Desktop, the below will not work.
    * Also make sure you have shut down all protection software (antivirus, antispyware...etc) or they may get in the way of allowing ComboFix to run properly.
    * If ComboFix tells you it needs to update to a new version, make sure you allow it to update.
    * Open Notepad and copy/paste the text in the below code box into it (make sure you scroll all the way down in the code box to get all lines selected ):
    Code:
    ClearJavaCache::
    KILLALL::
    Driver::
    cjmqyrb
    ewhjhsk
    fvkmopp
    vthr
    
    File::
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\cjmqyrb.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\ewhjhsk.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\fvkmopp.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\vthr.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\cjmqyrb.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\ewhjhsk.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\fvkmopp.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\vthr.sys
    C:\Windows\TEMP\~bd45A7.tmp
    C:\Windows\TEMP\~bd949A.tmp
    
    
    * Save the above as CFscript.txt and make sure you save it to the same location (should be on your Desktop) as ComboFix.exe
    * At this point, you MUST EXIT ALL BROWSERS NOW before continuing!
    * You should have both the ComboFix.exe and CFScript.txt icons on your Desktop.
    If it asks you to overide the previous file with the same name, click YES.
    * Now use your mouse to drag CFscript.txt on top of ComboFix.exe
    [​IMG]
    * Follow the prompts.
    * When it finishes, a log will be produced named c:\combofix.txt
    * I will ask for this log below

    Note:

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

    Note: If after running Combofix you discover none of your programs will open up, and you recieve the following error: "Illegal operation attempted on a registry key that has been marked for deletion". Then the answer is to REBOOT the machine, and all will be corrected.

    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 log:

    • C:\MGlogs.zip

    Make sure you tell me how things are working now!
     
  22. talent4theworld

    talent4theworld Private E-2

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Ok, I have attached the logs. Thanks again and I hope this works. Do you recommend bitdefender as a solid virus protection program?
     

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  23. TimW

    TimW MajorGeeks Administrator - Jedi Malware Expert Staff Member

    Re: (c:\Windows\assembly\GAC_32\Desktop.ini) Keeps me off Internet: Partially Removed

    Let's have you boot into safe mode and use windows explorer to try to find and manually delete these files:
    c:\windows\SysWow64\drivers\cjmqyrb.sys
    c:\windows\SysWow64\drivers\fvkmopp.sys
    c:\windows\SysWow64\drivers\vthr.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\cjmqyrb.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\ewhjhsk.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\fvkmopp.sys
    C:\Windows\System32\drivers\vthr.sys
    C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\ewhjhsk.sys

    Tell me if you are successful.

    Then 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 log:

    • C:\MGlogs.zip
     
    Last edited: Feb 9, 2012

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