System Intrusion Detected

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Please run the below procedure. If you already have SmitRem.exe, DOWNLOAD it again because it was just updated.

SpywareStrike, Smitfraud, SpySheriff, SpyAxe & PSGuard Removal

Post the smitfiles.txt log afterwards.

Run HJT and select all the O18 lines like the below with Logitech on them. Then click Fix.
O18 - Protocol: bw+0 - {1296C1D6-A5E1-4219-837E-0982F68F3B91} - C:\Program Files\Logitech\Desktop Messenger\8876480\Program\BWPlugProtocol-8876480.dll

Now attach a new HJT log. Let me know if SpywareStrike is still bothering you after this. You do have other problems we need to fix so don't worry if you still have other malware problems remaining.

 

That Logitech stuff is for Logitech Desktop Messenger. You must have bought something from Logitech like a mouse or webcam. The add some dumb software to your system to download news and update info to you. Most people probably do not want this to be done automatically. They seem to have bug in their software that keeps adding more and more lines to the registry. The root is the below line:

C:\Program Files\Logitech\Desktop Messenger\8876480\Program\LogitechDesktopMessenger.exe

You should consider whether you really need or want this to run. If not, uninstall it via Add/Remove programs.

Are you sure that Vcom's SystemSuite Task Manager is a firewall? It looks to be just some kind of fix it tool to me. It has CleanUp, SpeedUp and FixUp utilities but I don't see anything else like a firewall or antivirus etc.

You have remnants of an HSA hijacker. You should run the below tool twice and attach the log later when you come back.

about:Buster

I'll be posting some more fixes in a few minutes.

 

According to a review I found, you do not have what you think you have from V-com

That is unless maybe you have VCOM SystemSuite Professional 6 which does seem to include other items. But your log shows no signs of protections running.

See: http://www.v-com.com/product/SystemSuite_Home.html

 

Make sure viewing of hidden files is enabled (per the tutorial).

Run HijackThis 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:
R1 - HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Default_Page_URL = about:blank
R0 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Local Page = about:blank
R0 - HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main,Local Page = about:blank
R1 - HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Internet Settings,ProxyOverride = localhost
R3 - Default URLSearchHook is missing
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [winly32.exe] C:\WINDOWS\winly32.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [9B5.tmp] C:\DOCUME~1\Laura\LOCALS~1\Temp\9B5.tmp.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [9B6.tmp] C:\DOCUME~1\Laura\LOCALS~1\Temp\9B6.tmp.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [9B6.tmp.exe] C:\DOCUME~1\Laura\LOCALS~1\Temp\9B6.tmp.exe
O4 - HKLM\..\Run: [9B5.tmp.exe] C:\DOCUME~1\Laura\LOCALS~1\Temp\9B5.tmp.exe

After clicking Fix, exit HJT.
Boot into safe mode and use Windows Explorer to delete:
C:\WINDOWS\winly32.exe
C:\Documents and Settings\Laura\Local Settings\Temp <--- delete all files in this Temp folder that it lets you delete. You may need to skip some.

If you get an error when deleting a file. Right click on the file and check to see if the read only attribute is checked. If it is, uncheck it and try again. Other wise open Task Manager and kill the process if running then delete the file.

Now if running Win XP goto c:\windows\Prefetch and delete all files in this folder.
Now run Ccleaner (installed while running the READ ME FIRST).

Now we need to Reset Web Settings:
1) If you have an Internet Explorer icon on your Desktop, goto step 2. If not, skip to step 3.
2) Now right click on your desktop Internet Explorer icon and select Properties. Then click the Programs tab and then click "Reset Web Settings". Now go back to the General tab and set your home page address to something useful like www.majorgeeks.com. Click Apply. Click Delete Cookies, Click Delete Files and select Delete all Offline content too, Click OK. When it finishes Click OK. Then skip step 3.
3) If you do not have an Internet Explorer icon on your Desktop, click Start, Control Panel (for some systems it may be Start, Settings, Control Panel), Internet Options, Programs tab and then click "Reset Web Settings". Now go back to the General tab and set your home page address to something useful like www.majorgeeks.com. Click Apply. Click Delete Cookies, Click Delete Files and select Delete all Offline content too, Click OK. When it finishes Click OK.

Now reboot in normal mode and post a new HJT log. And tell us how things are working.

Reminder Note: Once we have determined you are malware free you will need to disable System Restore, reboot, and re-enable system restore per step 1 of the READ & RUN ME. This only applies to if using WinXP or WinMe.

 

Yes, some routers do have firewalls built in but you should still use a software firewall. All software firewalls do require some administration work on your part to allow or block applications as desired. If you did not allow iexplore.exe and your email appliation to pass thru your NetDefender firewall that could be the problem. Some firewalls are smarter by default and automatically configure for certain applications.

You must get a software firewall installed and you also need an antivirus application since you do not have one installed and running. Firewalls and antivirus application suggestions are covered in the link further down.

Your HJT log is clean. If you are not having any other malware problems, it is time to go back to step 1 of the READ & RUN ME to Disable System Restore which will flush your Restore Points. Then reboot and enable System Restore to create a new clean Restore Point.

After that, you should work thru the below link:

How to Protect yourself from malware!

 

You're welcome. Surf safely!