Malware removal - browser hijacked - Help!

Pretzel2 · Sep 1, 2009

MY browser directs me to several random search engines, blocks spyware removal actions and even searches. I can sometimes overide it by pressing Control and opening in a new tab or window.

I followed the instructions on Malware removal by CHASLANG and had not much luck - I ran SUPERantispyware, which found nothing.

I then ran Malwarebytes Anti-Malware and it was blocked by the virus, I guess...........no log

I ran Combofix and attach the log, then Root Repeal and attach the log.

Next, MG Tools and attach the log.

I have tried System Restore, trying to run the spyware removal tools in safe mode, etc

You assistance would be appreciated

Best regards,
Randy View attachment Combofix log Set 1 09.txt

View attachment MGlogs.zip

View attachment RRlog.txt

TimW · Sep 5, 2009

You did not allow MGTools to run to completion. You need to agree to the HJT license and then wait until it tells you to press any key.

You also need to put Combo on your desktop as instructed, not here:
d:\downloads\Demos\ComboFix.exe

Pretzel2 · Sep 6, 2009

I was able to solve the problem using Microsoft Onecall's online scanner, which then enabled me to run Ad Aware in Safe Mode and remove the threat.

Thanks for your reply.

Best regards,
Randy

TimW · Sep 10, 2009

Good to know.

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