picked up a very nasty virus
 

I'm running windows defender... I clicked a link and WD let me know I had a bug, cleaned it off EXCEPT didn't really clean the damn thing off. a few min later started getting I/O read write errors.. then some 'third party' software popped up suggesting I register and get my machine repaired asap before it was too late... seriously.... right?

a variation of this app:

http://www.bleepstatic.com/swr-guide...ows-repair.jpg


here's what the virus does: changes the attribute to all your files to 'hide' and moves the start menu links to a temp folder. be pretty scary if you aren't backed up or a novice user for sure... I knew it was bullshit because I could see all the files on the network...

I downloaded pc tools virus app and got the bug off and here's how to clean up the mess:

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/viru...ide&sa=Search+

So did Mr. Marcus. Crazy coincidence.

try this
http://www.superantispyware.com/download.html

thanks I have it cleaned up now... mostly just annoying and I'm running the pc tools virus stuff now

It wasn't one of TeaForOne's links was it?

What an asshole that guy was.:mad:

think it was the fake amputaed dicks

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kool :thumbsup saved my ass many times i can't believe its that cheap $9.95

Going back to a prior restore point would not work? Did you try that? Doesn't always work with some of these viruses, but worth a shot.

Hook up your PC with the Malwarebytes + ESET Security combo.

all the files were 'hidden' nothing would load in the control panel etc... really annoying for sure..

get a mac?

thought one of you dipshits would show up sooner... let's see. I got a flat on my caddy so I will buy a bmw so my issues go away... yeah that's it... :helpme

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Noooo - don't do that. Your caddy is awesome :thumbsup

Malewarebytes + avast 7 here and works fine.

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thank you, first virus I've gotten in 18 years so no worries ...

spybot s & d + avast

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What browser?