Trying to remove malware programs cannot get into add/remove

Discussion in 'Malware Help (A Specialist Will Reply)' started by lesleyS, Feb 26, 2009.

  1. lesleyS

    lesleyS Private E-2

    I am currently in the process of trying to remove a generic artemis from my computer. I have been using these instructions (http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=183341&goto=newpost ).

    I am currently doing a routine clean-up before I proceed with the removal process. I am trying to remove any malware programs from my computer, as suggested however when I go to enter my add/remove programs I am unable to, the message that pops up reads:


    "Windows cannot find 'C:\WINDOWS\system32\rendll32.exe' make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again. To search for a file, click start button, and then click search"

    I cannot enter my add/remove programs which I am assuming is due to my generic artemis. When I start up my computer system32 pops up right away and suggests that I do not remove any of the files in it.

    How do I regain acess to my add/remove programs so I can continue with the malware removal process?
     
  2. chaslang

    chaslang MajorGeeks Admin - Master Malware Expert Staff Member

    Welcome to Major Geeks!

    I believe you mean rundll32.exe

    Just skip the Add/Remove programs part and continue.
     

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