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Koobface changes its tricks - ABC News

... Wisniewski, senior analyst at anti-virus firm Sophos. Koobface's controllers continually refine their pitch, often tying come-ons to celebrity news; they've pioneered new ways to quickly alter the bad code just enough to counteract antivirus ...

HP Compaq NC6400 Li-ion notebook Battery protection advises to laptop ... - PRLog (free press release)

PR Log (Press Release) – Mar 04, 2010 – While consumers are buying Notebook battery the vendors can assure to them how many hours that Notebook power pack can last, there are more reasons that contribute to the defectiveness of the Notebook ...

Assassin or Identity Theft Victims? - Bloggernews.net

Read 15 times. It made a little buzz in the States , but over in Dubai, as more details become available about the assassination of senior Hamas terrorist Mahmoud al-Mabhouh in Dubai, it is becoming apparent to some (depending on which side of the ...

ASUS Unveil Cloud-Smart Solutions and Extreme Gaming Hardware at CeBIT ... - bit-tech.net

ASUS continue to exhibit at CeBIT 2010 this week, showcasing a cutting-edge portfolio of products in Hall 17, stand 16 which demonstrate their position at the forefront of cloud computing and exciting gaming solutions. The comprehensive suite of ...

RISING Security Software 2010 Series is Officially Released - PRLog (free press release)

RISING, world top security software vendor, announces the official release of 2010 RISING security software, fully compatible with Windows 7, with better user interface and more efficient protection against cyber threats. The RISING 2010 series of ...

ruffled some feathers? - Stockhouse

Average quality rating by the Stockhouse community. Finally back on line, after tracking down and cleaning out all the crap on my PC, seems I ruffled some feathers out there. My computer has been under attack for some time, virus and trojans ...

RSA 2010: Encryption and anti-virus are failing - PC Authority

The effectiveness of traditional anti-virus and encryption systems is failing, according to a panel of experts at the RSA 2010 conference in San Francisco.. Current successful detection rates for popular anti-virus packages are between 70 and 90 per ...

RISING Security Software Releases 2010 Series - Newswiretoday.com

NewswireToday - /newswire/ - Botany, New South Wales, Australia, 03/03/2010 - RISING announces the official release of 2010 RISING desktop security software, fully compatible with Windows 7, with better user interface and more efficient protection ...

"I really hope no one is silly enough to believe a random caller could ... - Securecomputing.net.au

The effectiveness of traditional anti-virus and encryption systems is failing, according to a panel ... He said that there were increasing problems with SSL as an encryption tool. Man-in-the-middle attacks, where a hacker oversees an encrypted ...

How Banks Fail to Provide Effective Online Security - Bloggernews.net

Read 19 times. Robert Siciliano Identity Theft Expert A Texas bank is suing one of its customers who was hit by an $800,000 online bank theft that could determine who is to be held responsible for protecting their online accounts from fraud ...

Open Question: i downloaded pc tools anti virus and windows said my laptop has critical viruses?

My computer is windows xp and pc tools says i have no viruses, but windows says my computer is in trouble, does anyone have any recommendations. i don't have 40 dollars for a anti virus, maybe some good free anti virus downloads that are windows compatible more

Open Question: are these free security software is a good choice? are they compatible with each other?

on my computer at the moment i have: http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/ [that includes: a firewall, virus protection, malware and spyware protection] i have windows defender, but i've switched it off due to advice i got on here. [which is malware and spyware protection] i have microsoft spynet - advanced level. [that automatically sends information about any threats to microsoft to help prevent the spread of things] i also have mcafee site advisor. http://www.siteadvisor.com/ [that warns you if the website you are visiting is harmful] i've asked for advice on here about what free security software would people advise me to get. i need an anti-virus. people mentioned avast, avg, avira, norton, kapersky, comodo. alot of people recommended avast. i need a firewall. people mentioned comodo, zonealarm, pc tools firewall plus 6. most people recommended comodo. i need spyware protection. people mentioned malwarebytes, adaware, superantispyware. most people recommended malwarebytes. i need malware protection. people mentioned malwarebytes, adaware. most people recommended malwarebytes. so according to people on here i should choose avast anti-virus, comodo firewall, malwarebytes anti-malware/anti-spyware. what do you think? are they compatible? more

Voting Question: HELP! my google keeps showing a error msg!?

hey everyone i need some help. but first my story. my google chrome was working fine one afternoon. i was surfing the web looking for deals on website hosting and suddenly... adobe reader pops up, begins to load and the suddenly stops with the error "you have been effected" next thing i know i have security tool anti-virus (a spyware pretending to be a anit-spyware). i succefully had it uninstalled however i still have some aftermath such as an C:\PROGRA~\MYWEBS~1\bar\2.bin\MWSBAR.DLL error code everytime my pc stats up. and whenever i try to use google crome a darkish blue webpage pops up over my chrome so i can't see the website and says "oh snap, page could not laod" then it has reference to google faq to find out what happened, but it won't even load that:( i think inside of my chrome there is an extra program that is hiding in the corners and everytime the web page tries to laod this "oh snap page loads onto of it and tells the original page to stop. if anyone can help me on this it would be most appreciative. thank you all in advance. -James info: windows xp ps. also firefox will requently crash. i tried uninstalling it and re-installing it but it just didn't help:( thanks again. more

Resolved Question: Wat anti-virus is free and good?

Im using PC Tools is it good if not which one is free and good too? more

Voting Question: Best Internet Security Tool out there? Avast, Avira, Kapersky, Webroot? Need to buy?

I usually use Norton 360 for 3pcs, but my sub is expired now. I am in the market for a new anti virus program. I am not so found of the free versions out there so am wanting to bu a complete All in one essentials. Norton slows down my PCs so I am trying to give another one a try. Am torn in betwen Avast Internet Security ($59: 3pcs, 1yr sub) Webroot Internet Security ($59: 3pcs, 1yrs sub) Kapersky ($79: 3pcs, 1yr sub) i have been hearing about Avira also but not so sure. I just want the best one as i have had issue with virus and spyware in the past. more

Voting Question: Need help please Computer going slow then freezing?

Ya its been doing this for like the last 3 days i can be using it for about 2 hours then all of a sudden it just starts going slow and like 20 seconds after it just freezes and the only way i can fix it is if i restart my computer then it goes back to regular.everytime it freezes i have to restart it right there.I need to know what the problem is this computer cost alot and im worried what it could be.I use malewarbytes and pc tools spyware with anti virus.It has scanned anything that suggests a virus or anything.what could it be? Yes my computer itself is pretty fast core 2 duo processor 3.0ghz 4GB of ram ive had this computer for likea year and now its just messing up for some reason i delete my history everytime im on it and i use ccleaner for anything else to keep it at the same speed. about 3 days or 2 days before this happend my computer had completly shut down due to the weather idk if that has any effect on it. more

Voting Question: having a problem attaching pics - browser shuts down & ie box comes up to let me know it crashed?

I even have tried through Firefox and Chrome - still crashes and I get the same IE error message :/ My windows xp is set to automatically update I have zone alarm firewall avast for anti-virus and I use glary utilities as a clean up tool. My pc generally runs fine it's just this new "thing" it's doing. Also - no matter where the pics are or which pics I'm grabbing any "pic related folder" triggers this close. Is there a good free tool to fix it or is it time to reinstall? ThanksFirefox is generally my browser of choice - Internet Explorer being my LAST choice - I'm just saying that with this crash it doesn't matter which browser I'm using I get this IE error :/ - I generally keep everything updates so it probably is IE 8. It just makes NO sense to me why I get this crash and an IE message no matter which browser I'm using :/ more

Resolved Question: Why is my computer freezing or going very very slow?

Only till now.My computer just randomly froze at one spot it loaded the page but everything just completly froze and nothing could move no short cuts nothing for about 10 mins so i restarted and everything worked again.The day after i was using it again and it was just very very slow i mean it would hardly let me me move my cursor like every 50 secs it might let me and it just froze for like 3 mins then it would just go slow. then it froze again so i had to restart and everything went back to regular speed.my internet is slow of course but i believe it has to do with the computer i mean its hard to even close out anything.i believed it was a virus trojan or something. i use Pc tools spyware doctor with anti virus and malwarebytes more

Voting Question: Remove expired Norton Internet Security 2009?

I run Windows Vista and my Norton Internet Security 2009 expired yesterday (I am on another computer at the moment) so I bought some Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 (the PC World guy recommended it) to install - problem is Norton is still installed. How do I remove Norton fully so I can install Kaspersky? I know there is the Norton Removal Tool online but I don't want to go online when my computer is at risk and you shouldn't have 2 Anti-Viruses running at the same time. Many have said before that Add/Remove Programs does not remove it. Best offline way to remove it? Or am I safe going on just the Norton site?I haven't installed Kaspersky yet but going to go use the Norton Removal Tool and then install Kaspersky - been told by others that it's a very low risk anyway as it is Norton's trusted site.Norton/Symantec website to first use Add/Remove Programs and if it doesn't work, to download the Norton Removal Tool. May just use Add/Remove Programs then install Kaspersky then maybe use the Removal Tool. more

Voting Question: computer virus I can't get removed.?

every once in a while windows defender pops up and says I am infected with TrojanDownloader:Win32/Renos.jm , I click remove / delete and go on about my business but it always pops back up. whenever I open internet explorer it crashes, says checking for errors, then recomends I update my windows using auto update, I tried this, it attempted to install vista SP2, after which my computer would not boot up until i did a roll back, so I am pretty sure this is non legit and part of the virus. my computer also will not connect to most sites where you can download anti spyware / anti virus software, it will not connect to let me download firm ware updates for my current anti spyware, and I can not download anything form microsofts website ( IE8, malicious software tool etc ) , google chrome stays open and lets me stay connected to the net however, but I feel very uncomfortable being on with this virus, I have run the computer in safe mode and ran kaspersky , and malwarebytes but the problem persists, if anyone has any info on how I could possibly combat this virus and fix my PC it would be most appreciated.even in safe mode I can not download, or update my virus software, it says the webpage isnt available. more

Resolved Question: Is my firewall protecting me?

I just installed PC Tools Firewall, but I'm a bit of a beginner when it comes to using a firewall. I'm not good with most of the terminology and what not. So, if I install it and leave it at its basic/default settings, am I safe from internet traffic and what not? I used Kaspersky Security Suite for a while and would get notifications of MSSQL.worm.helkern. a few times a day. For the past few days, I have not gotten any notifications of anything being blocked. I'm not sure if something is getting through or not. And also, I'm in to process of downloading and install a new free anti-virus. Is AVG any good? If not, any others I should check out?My Kaspersky is expired, and I currently don't have the $80 to renew or extend the license. more

Resolved Question: how can i run AVIRA anti virus that i copied from my PC to my laptop?

I copied the whole folder from my PC to my laptop but i can't install it when i run the "setup" icon.. it says "the application has failed to start because its side by side configuration is incorrect. please see the application event log or use the command-line sxstrace.exe tool for more detail" how can i run it or install it? i think it can't run because i just pasted the whole folder without installation.. how can i solve this? thanks.. more

Resolved Question: Are there any programs I can use to format my computer?

I have a Toshiba laptop. I formatted the D drive ages ago, which had my recovery tools and now I cannot find it. Because I had this option, I wasn't given a Windows Vista disk. Are there any programs that will delete every on my computer, with the exception of System 32 and those types of drivers? I'm sick of my PC constantly staying 100% CPU, randomly crashing and barely booting itself up. I've scanned many times with different anti-virus software's. There's no virus/trojan/ect So anyways to format...? Preferably free more

Resolved Question: how do i stop a strong arm pop-up ad virus?

this is to clarrify my earlier question. i have avast antivirus home edition. i had 2 browsers going. 1 was my home page the other was my email. pc windows live popped up as a 3rd window. it was an ad for a pc anti-virus. it did an imediate scan an said i had 34 viruses. from that point on i could not do anything else. no web browseing, no email checking, no messenger, nothing! the ad stated if i purchased the program for x number of dollars it will clear the viruses from my pc. the other strong arm ad was security tool. is there an anti-virus program that will stop these strong arm ads? as these 2 ads blew right past my avast more

Resolved Question: How To Install Mac OSX On "LG R410" To Dual Boot With Windows 7?

How I Can Install Mac Operating System Either Snow Or Leopard This IS My Laptop Processor Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor P7350, 3MB L2 Cache, 2.0GHz, 1066MHz FSB Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T9400, 6MB L2 Cache, 2.53GHz, 1066MHz FSB Operating SystemGenuine Windows Vista® Business Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic ChipsetMobile Intel® PM45 Express or Mobile Intel® GMA 4500MHD System Memory512/1024/2048MB DDR2 (800MHz, Up to 4GB) Display14.1inch WXGA(1280x800) *Fine Bright Technology GraphicsNVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS (DDR2 256MB VRAM, *TurboCache Support) or NVIDIA® GeForce® 9300M GS (GDDR3 256MB VRAM, *TurboCache Support) Mobile Intel® GMA 4500MHD HDD160/250/320GB(2.5 ODDSATA DVD Super Multi Dual Layer (DVD-R/RW, +R/RW, RAM) Communications WirelessIntel® WiFiLink 5300 (up to 450Mbps) or Intel® WiFiLink 5100 (up to 300Mbps) or Azurewave 802.11 b/g/n WLAN AntennaTriple Hexa-band Antenna (Intel® WiFiLink 5300 only) or Dual Hexa-band Antenna Modem56kbps Modem LANGigabit Ethernet Bluetooth*Yes (Bluetooth v2.0+EDR) TV-TunerNone SecurityKensington Lock, HDD Security Input Device Keyboard86Keys Pointing DeviceTouchpad with Scroll Function Expansion Slot Multimedia Card Slot5-in-1 (xD/SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro) PC Card SlotExpressCard/34 AudioStereo Speakers (1.5W/ch), SRS WOW HD, SRS TruSurround HD, 24bit High Definition Input/Output Port3xUSB 2.0 (including e-SATA/USB 2.0 combo), RJ11, RJ45, VGA, HDMI, HP-out, Mic-in Battery6Cell(Li-Ion / 2400mAh, 2200mAh) AC Adapter90W (external graphics model) / 65W (integrated graphics model) Software Pre-installedLG Smart Indicator, LG Smart Recovery (including Partition tool), CyberLink YouCam Viewer, LG Intelligent Update, On Screen Display, LG Magnifier CD/DVD TitlesCyberLink Power2Go, *LG Smart Recovery Center DVD(including Partition tool), LG Intelligent Update (Norton Anti-Virus, Drivers, Applications, Easy Manual and Easy trouble shooting Guide) Port ReplicatorYes (Optional) Dimensions(WxDxH)338 x 252 x 31~38.9mm (mm) Weight- Discrete: 2.43 Kg (6cell & ODD) / 2.28kg (6cell & weight saver) - UMA: 2.42 kg (6cell & ODD) / 2.27 kg (6cell & weight saver) Digital Media Experience (DME)None Web Camera*LG Smart Cam (1.3M Pixel) with Internal Stereo Mic Intel Turbo MemoryIntel® Turbo Memory 1.6 (2GB) more

Resolved Question: Help!!! I have Trojan-spy.ZBOT.YETH on my computer!! How can I remove permanently?

Upon opening an email from UPS delivery service(or so I thought), PC TOOLS spy ware and AVG went nuts. This was not a legitimate email from UPS, I looked at the email in detail and found it was not my correct email address, by the by. I've run the anti-spy ware and virus checker numerous times, but it keeps on telling me the Trojan is still there. PC TOOLS Spy ware says it's a root-kit and key-logger, how can I remove it permanently? Recommendations will be greatly received. Thanks more

Voting Question: why won't threatfire let me use an external hard drive?

i'm running the security tool threatfire on my laptop alongside avira anti-virus, and i've just got an external hard drive and when i try to run it i get a warning off threatfire saying it has detected a potential threat and that it's trying to connect to the internet in a suspicious manner and is trying to tamper with another program on my pc. i've scanned the hard drive with avira and it didn't detect anything so i decided to just go ahead and run the hard drive so selected to let the program to continue when the warning came up but threatfire won't allow it to continue, the warning box just keeps popping up and doesn't go til i unplug the hard drive. the hard drive isn't new but i've been assured there's nothing wrong with it. is it likely threatfire could be being over protective? more

Voting Question: Anti Virus Software Question?

This is what i got -Microsoft Security Essentials -Malwarebytes -SuperAntispyware Pro -PC Tools Firewall Firefox Addons- WOT, Better Privacy, NoScript and Ad Block Plus am i safe? more

Resolved Question: [10 POINTS]Are these programs alright for my computer?[10 POINTS]?

I'm a security freak on my computer. Everything has to be good, and my computer has to fast. I'm using AVG anti-virus as my main protection on my computer. But i also have installed Pc Tools, Ccleaner and Malware Bytes. Should i delete any of these? 10 points to best answer. more

Resolved Question: Computer infected with "Malware Defense" Fake Anti Virus...virus?

so i picked up a nasty virus or multiple virus on christmas eve, its called "malware defense" and it installs itself onto your pc claiming your pc is infected with virus. It shows a bunch of fake virus and offers to scan and clean if you buy this fake program. Also this thing has disabled windows programs like my:System Restore,Disk Defragmenter, Avg 9.0 and spybot. I couldnt use system restore and i dont have an xp sp3 disk im trying to get rid of it and i have gotten alot of it gone from my pc, i downloaded "pc tools spyware doctor" and that helped alot. Anyways sorry for the wall of text i wanted to decribe it i guess. im wondering how do i re-enable disk defrag and system restore as well as search out the rest of this malware thanks for your time! and help if given =]Also, i cant use system restore becuase all my restore points are gone, and system restore is disabled. any help on re-enabling disk defrag and system restore would be great :] more

Resolved Question: wich one of these anti viruses should i use?

Autoruns --- 95/98/ME/NT4/2000/XP This utility, which has the most comprehensive knowledge of auto-starting locations of any startup monitor shows you what programs are configured to run during system bootup or login, and shows you the entries in the order Windows processes them. AntiVir® PersonalEdition --- 98/ME/NT4/2000/XP The private and individual use of the AntiVir Personal Edition does not cost a cent! Even though viruses have now grown very numerous, one thing hasn't changed: our commitment to provide you with all-round protection. The reliability of AntiVir is demonstrated in numerous comparison test and references featured in independent trade journals. A-Squared HiJackFree --- 98/ME/NT4/2000/XP a-squared HiJackFree is a detailed system analysis tool which helps advanced users to detect and remove all types of HiJackers, Spyware, Adware, Trojans and Worms. Avast! 4 Home Edition --- 95/98/ME/NT4/2000/XP/VISTA A vast! 4 Home Edition is a full-featured antivirus package designed exclusively for home users and non-commercial use. Both of these conditions should be met! Our company offers the Home Edition at no-cost, since, in our opinion, it is possible to avoid global virus spreading by efficient prevention; however, many user are not able to or do not want to pay for antivirus software. This page will show you the most important features of this program. AVG Anti-Virus --- 95/98/ME/NT3.x/NT4/2000/XP/VISTA AVG Anti-Virus Personal Edition is the well-known antivirus protection tool. AVG Anti-Virus is available free-of-charge to home users for the life of the product! - click here to learn how to install AVG Anti-Virus AVG Anti-Virus Utilities Specialized Utilities for Virus Removal and Handbooks for Manual Virus Removal AVG Anti-Rootkit --- 95/98/ME/NT3.x/NT4/2000/XP/VISTA AVG Anti-Rootkit is a powerful tool with state-of-the-art technology for detection and removal of rootkits. Rootkits are used to hide the presence of a malicious object like trojans or keyloggers on your computer. If a threat uses rootkit technology to hide itself it is very hard to find the malware on your PC. AVG Anti-Rootkit gives you the power to find and delete the rootkit and to uncover the threat the rootkit is hiding. ClamWin Antivirus --- 98/ME/NT4/2000/XP/2003 ClamWin is a Antivirus for Microsoft Windows. It provides a graphical user interface to the Clam AntiVirus engine. ClamWin Antivirus uses the GNU General Public License by the Free Software Foundation and is no-cost (as in freedom) software. Custom Hosts File --- 98/ME/2000/XP What it does ... The Hosts file contains the mappings of IP addresses to host names. This file is loaded into memory (cache) at startup, then Windows checks the Hosts file before it queries any DNS servers, which enables it to override addresses in the DNS. This prevents access to the listed sites by redirecting any connection attempts back to the local machine. Another feature of the HOSTS file is its ability to block other applications from connecting to the Internet, providing the entry exists. CyberHawk --- 2000 SP4/XP/2003 Next generation consumer security software: persistent zero-day threat protection made easy for everyone. Even novice users! Comprehensive protection against viruses, spyware, trojans, intruders and other threats to PC security — Cyberhawk does the work of antivirus, anti-spyware and firewall programs. For added peace of mind, Cyberhawk is designed to work alongside any current security programs you may already have installed—there is no need to uninstall your antivirus, anti-spyware, firewall or other security program before installing Cyberhawk. eScorcher AntiVirus --- 95/98/ME/NT4/2000/XP/2003 eScorcher anti-virus is a cutting edge software, which is able to detect and delete all popular forms of Trojans, I-worms, virus scripts and other virus-related programs. eScorcher is designed to provide excellent anti-virus protection for computers working on Windows operating systems. eScorcher is one of the user friendliest anti-virus programs available on the market today. HandyBits VirusScan Integrator --- 98/ME/NT4/2000/XP If you care of health of your files, this tool is for you. With VirusScan Integrator you can scan the same files with several antiviral programs. Standard product setup includes English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish and Danish languages. Kaspersky Labs Virus Removal Tools Act promptly - When a new, dangerous virus appears, timely intervention can prevent damage to your data, and help prevent the spread of the virus. Remove a virus at no-cost to you - Kaspersky Lab has developed virus removal tools. If your computer has been infected by any of the viruses listed below, you can download a removal utility here. Microsoft Windows Update This is where prevention begins. Get the latest updat more

Resolved Question: Can you get a computer virus from a rar without executing any file inside?

Okay recently I was downloading modifications for pc software, and I assumed since I have always downloaded modifications that it would be safe under most circumstances. Until recently, I was looking for some sort of gta mod installer tool for my vice city game, and point being; I downloaded a .rar file, and as soon as it finished downloading (note: before I even executed any file in there) my anti-virus software (nod32) detected a virus, and asked me if I wanted to delete the file, I clicked delete immediately. So, my question is; would I be able to contract a computer virus from simply downloading an infected .rar file without even executing a file in it? Simply just having the .rar file open. Also, are .rar files able to launch viruses? more

Resolved Question: PC Tools Threatfire keeps turning off?

I use Threatfire as my anti virus software, but Windows (using Vista Home Premium) keeps telling me that it's shut itself off. This happens several times a week. What's going on? Is there a better free antivirus software I should be using? more

Resolved Question: How to re-enable cookies, after removing Norton 360?.?

I thought I was doing the smart thing, when I got a Norton 360 Anti- virus with my new netbook it works fine on it using Window 7, and as it can be used with upto 3 computers, I installed it on my old Desktop PC running XP, however it did not work so I removed it and have also run the Norton removal tool, but still cant get IE or Firefox to enable cookies so as to remember all my past history.I tried the suggestion from marvlwood and it does not appear to work but I feel he has left something out. In the mean time I've tried Tools>Options>Privacy>On History select Firefox will remember all History. Now to see if it works. more

Resolved Question: Whats wrong with my pc ?

I was searching on google for some info on a java pop-up and a weird website took over my pc and froze everything. After finally closing it down with task manager tool, without restarting or anything I run Malwarebytes anti-malware and it spotted 81 trojans. However when i tried to removed them all, I receive a warning that some important windows files were being removed and i had to insert my original windows CD in the drive. Getting seriously worried, I managed to restore the 81 files and the PC seems to work ok. When i then run Avira classic anti-virus, nothing is found! How is that possible ? Shall i run something else before i can turn the machine off safely? Is mt pc really infected or not? Thank you more

Resolved Question: Security experts only: is this good protection i have on my pc ?

Ok heres what i have first of all i use firefox browser with no script .ad block and WOT i run avast anti virus free edition i also run pc tools threatfire i scan often with malwabyre bytes anti malware i clean registry often with ccleaner. ----------- is this okay security ? more

Resolved Question: How to get rid of really bad virus?

I downloaded something that had a really bad virus, i had PC Tools internet security suite and the virus shut that down and now it wont start up. I then downloaded Spy bot S&D, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware and windows malicious whatever it is and the virus shut all of them down and stopped me from using them. Windows defender freezes and shuts down every time o scan and when logging on my screen goes purple and i have to use ctrl alt del to log in but i can get on. Any ideas on how to fix this? more

Resolved Question: How do I remove this rogue antispyware "Security Tool"?

I was just playing Spore this afternoon, and when I was finished playing and I quit the game, some random scanner thing came up. It said that there were over 30 viruses found on my computer, but I don't believe it. How do I remove it from my Windows Vista PC? Yes, I have Windows Vista, and I know it's very vulnerable to viruses. I have Spyware Terminator on my computer, and the Real-Time Shield, HIPS (including Install Mode) and Clam Anti virus are always running whenever the computer is on. So how do I remove this bus turd?Security Tool has also changed my background to an entire black, and it's also hidden all of the desktop icons. Will they return to normal once I remove Security Tool? more

Resolved Question: Laptop is working slow! Help me please :(?

Hey I have a problem :/ I am using Windows Vista on Acer Aspire 6920G and yesterday it worked fine (got it in June). But today it's working slower then usual. When i play a game such as World of Warcraft i have less fps then usual... I have 50 - 60 fps but now i have 20-30 fps... I scanned for viruses with Eset NOD32 Anti-virus and it found nothing. I scanned for other malaware with IObit Security 360 Pro and found nothing. Also i used Advanced SystemCare V3 to repair any other problems and it didn't fix anything. (I can't use system restore since I accidentally deleted previous restore points) The only thing that i know that might slow it that I installed a lot of firewall programs such as PC Tools Firewall Plus, Online Armor. I uninstalled them both but I don't know what to do now :( Please help me! :SI uninstalled all of the software above and am using AVG Anti-Virus and Windows Defender... the problem is still the same... :-(Oh and I cleaned my registry with Registry Booster 2010... I don't know why is my laptop still slow more

Resolved Question: Every time I use my computer, the program which i'm using freezes. Why is this so?

This has never happened before but it did just recently. I have used Pc Tools Anti-virus to remove all the viruses on my computer and i have also used Ccleaner to fix all my registry problems. I have also used AdvanceSystem to remove all the spyware and adware on my PC. However, the problem still persists! I have even vacuum-cleaned my processor heatsink and even wipe it with a dry cloth! However, my programs still freezes! Now, the problem is this, everytime when i'm using the browser or whatever program that is on my PC, it will start to freeze and would remain in this state forever. When i check my task manager, it will always say that the program is not responding. So, in order to use the program again, i have to 'end process' and then start all over again! Not only that, the program will continue to freeze even after re-opening it. I'm not sure what's the cause of the problem and i really need help. Is there anyone who had a similar situation and have a solution for it?To Colanth: Alright, i've followed your advice and i'm yet to see results. I have already removed and re-installed every program that i have.Colanth: It's not working. My program still remains frozen after some time. Also, a box keeps appearing asking me to type a captcha into it. This has never happened before. The box seems to be appearing from windows xp itself. How do you stop it? more

Resolved Question: Is it safe to buy antivirus software when my computers infected with spyware? Its the Alpha antivirus?

Hey everyone, I really need some help!! I don't know much about computers (not good for the field im in) and my computers recently been infected with this Alpha Anti virus. I found the software on PC Tools to remove it, but I am scared to purchase the software in fear that the virus will obtain my credit card information. When the software scanned my computer, I saw that the virus had what i believe to be a Trojan key stroke attachment? Which i believe tracks your info. the purchase would be done on a secure site, and should eliminate my problem. I just don't wanna screw myself. Thanks in advance more

Resolved Question: is this ok to have?????????

ok i have pc tools anti virus and malwarebytes anti-malware and ccleaner and tune up utilities is it good to have while on facebook would i be semi safe from viruses? more

Resolved Question: is this a good setup to have for facebook?

ok i have pc tools anti virus and malwarebytes anti-malware and ccleaner and tune up utilities is it good to have while on facebook would i be semi sfae from viruses? more

Resolved Question: is this a good setup????????

ok is "pc tools antivirus" a good antivirus p.s. if it is not give me a better free antivirus name i also have malwarebytes anti-malware is it good cause a technetion from dsl gave it to me so i think it is good i also have ccleaner & tuneup utilites overall what im asking is can i withstand a virus from facebook like a virus i might get?lol i don't want to change now the programs i have now are like apart of me more

Resolved Question: error message 'rtl100.bpl?

i uninstalled pc tools internet security (after my years free subscription ran out) i installed avg 8.5 anti-virus, after 2 days my pc would not load so i did a system restore, it is now showing pc tools on the desktop but it won't load and i get a error message saying 'rtl100.bpl was not found' application unable to start try reinstalling. i downloaded the pc tools internet security 15 day free trial hoping to purchase the licence but when i tried to install, the installation stopped saying i already had pctools internet security on my pc , please remove and try again i have tried to uninstall and remove in (ad and remove programs) but get a error message saying unins000.msg is missing please obtain a new copy to rectify the problem. more

Resolved Question: Need some help w/Security Tool Virus on a PC. No anti-virus software installed on the system.?

I've tried a few fixes but can't find the Win System folder to try some of the fixes that have been promosed. I can type in the Run field. Any advice?I've tried to go to bleepingcomputer.com but I can't use the keyboard to rename the file. I've switched out the keyboard twice. more

Resolved Question: PLEASE HELP!!! I think i'm being attacked by a virus!!!?

Please, please help me today i found that had this new anti spyware program called 'security tool' downloaded and i think it might be a virus because i didn't purposely download it and i think it may have downloaded when i was downloading something from the internet. It keeps displaying pop ups which say stuff like: 'Some critical system files of your computer were modified by malicious program. It may cause system instability and data loss. Click here to block unauthorized modification by removing threats (recommended)' and 'your PC is still infected with dangerous viruses. Activate anti virus protection to prevent data loss and avoid the theft of your credit card details. Click here to activate protection' and 'Security tool has detected harmful software in your system. We strongly recommend you register Security Tool to remove these threats immediately' and 'Spyware,IEMonster activity detected. This is spyware that attempts to steal passwords form Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Outlook and other programs. Click here to remove it immediately with Security Tool' I really don't know anything about viruses/ spyware/ trojans so sorry if i got some of the proper terms wrong. I also have absolutely no idea how to remove something like this as it is really annoying and i have a lot of important stuff stored on my computer. please help me!!!!!!!!!!!! also if you have any questions like 'what have you downloaded recently?' please ask away and i will answer in the 'details' part of the question. i really need get this thing off my computer thanks more

Resolved Question: Is there a way to open up task manager because this rogue virus called security tool has blocked everything?

everytime when i press ctrl+alt+del the CPU usage box pops up instead of the process list. ive also tried to delete the registry keys by searching regedit in the run program but the virus is still blocking my actions to delete it with programs such as anti malware and spywaredoctor. is there anything else i can do or is this pc pretty much dead? more

Resolved Question: How to completely uninstall ParetoLogic Anti-Virus PLUS?

I installed demo version ParetoLogic Anti-Virus PLUS to look how it works, compare with other antivirus tools, and define, if it compatible with other my software. It is maybe a good tool, but it is not what I was looking for. I finished check with this program, exit normally, then uninstall it through ControlPanel. I use Windows XP Pro SP3. However I've got a message "Error loading C:\program Files\Common Files\ParetoLogic|UUS2\UUS.dll The specfied module couldn't be found.". I carefully clean Registers (found some for Pareto) and remove Folder C:\Program Files\Common Files\ParetoLogic. Even after that I'm still have regular the same message Looks like uninstall doesn't work correctly. Completely the same happened on other my PC Could you please help me ASAP how to fully uninstall this software. more

Resolved Question: need help removing "security tool virus" help please!?

i tried installing malwarebytes anti malware but my pc wont open the mbam-setup.exe so therefore i cant do a scan! I tried safe mode and tried to open the malwarebytes program but it would not open (code 2) ??? ---any suggestions!i dont have the option to send to desktop, so i dragged and dropped the renamed file onto my desktop but it still will not open? im in safe mode does that matter?i tried everything yall said but it didnt work so i tried system restore and it fixed it. i cant believe no one recomended doing a system restore geez more

Resolved Question: a security tool keep poping up on my pc and interfers with operation.What do I do?

An unknown anti-virus product is scanning and keep popping up on my pc and I can't eliminate it .It's interfering with the computer operation...what do I do? more

Resolved Question: having trouble with About Blank, my anti virus won't shake it loose from pc can you help?

I cancell AB in my Y tool bar and it keeps coming back when i try farmville, or farmtown on face book. more

Resolved Question: How do I get rid of fake anti virus on my pc?

This application just popped up and started to take over my pc literally. It wont let me do anything. This software or what ever this is is called "security tool" It keeps on saying that there are 46 high level threats on my pc. I have norton check it for me but there were no virus found. Please help me get rid of this problem. I need my pc so badly and I have a long paper due at the end of this month and I haven't even done anything yet because of this. Please help me. Please and Thank you more

Resolved Question: Help!!! My Pc crashed and after restarting it opened a program system tools......................?

This system tools program is a anti virus software which showed number of virus trojans malware and spyware on my comp,i tried to remove but it told to register with 29$ using credit card,i obviously didn't register and tried to format pc next day but even after formatting my pc crashed today and its showing number of errors.what should i do more

Resolved Question: when I boot up my desktop w/Windows XP I get an error message "windows\system32\msgvsque.dll FILE NOT FOUND"?

any idea how to download that missing file .dll file? Can I run the Windows system cd, or will that lose files and other items on my computer? No, I dont have a recovery CD. I have run PC Tools registry repair software, I have McAfee anti-virus, malware, security software on my computer. more

Resolved Question: Can anyone help me get this antivirus off my computer?

I have a Window XP desktop and I downloaded an anti virus protection software called Alpha Antivirus. I have been trying to uninstall this software but I can't find it anywhere on my pc. I have looked in all sorts of files even when into add/remove programs. I have tried a search from files to hidden files, folders,desktop,my computer ect ect. The list goes on. I know the software is still on my pc because the icon is still on the bottom tool bar and it still pops up all types of messages concerning viruses and scheduled scans. How can I get this off my computer and where do I begin to look? more

Resolved Question: HTTP Error 404 - all sites, every time .....?

Posted this originally on the US Yahoo Answers site, 1 good response but issue still unresolved. "Arrived home to the g/f saying that she had "broken the internet" .... "sh1t" I thought, if she has managed to do that (did not put it past her), there is going to be a lot of angry people out there .... !!! Unbeknown to me, my anti-virus software (ES ET Smart Security) was 19 days out of date ..... no reminders, nice. Anyway, downloaded on my PC, transferred via usb pen drive and installed various new anti-virus & spyware softwares (AVG Free 8.5, Malwarebytes, SuperAntiSpyware) some which found nothing (?!) some which cleaned out / quarantined 'a lot' (unsure if I still have the logs). Problem before was that couldn't do anything without warnings (from ES ET Smart Security) popping up about the viruses and IE opening and trying to go to p0rn.com & vi@gra.org. Seems like I have cleaned up the laptop now but cannot connect to any site (yahoo, facebook) without the HTTP Error 404. 'Interestingly' the auto navigate attempts to p0rn.com & vi@gra.org didn't bring back any content either. Emptied the browsing history & temp internet files, tried installing Firefox, have checked for updates to the A-V / Spy S/W and re-run scans ..... in desperation, tried 'netsh Winsock reset' in a CMD from advice here: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/892350/en-us ..... ooops, I now see I am actually on Win XP 2009 SP3 ..... Any suggestions (apart from staying off p0rn sites (I have not visited any p0rn sites (on that computer!)!)!) before I start taking random, drastic actions trying to guess my way through it? Cheers." by Callum Member since June 19, 2009: "Quick one check your Security levels in internet explorer (Tools >> Internet Options) it could be set to High and it wont let you access and also the content adviser ! (use custom settings to about mid settings) That's one of the main bug bearers for getting a 404 Oh run spybot if u can get a copy on it then run AVG again afterwards Try a restore to a point before G/F "broke" your box of tricks if all else fails your gonna have to do a reinstall of the OS or maybe a worse case scenario............... re-format Sorry got to go so no time to add more options for you Best of luck PS>> vi@gra.org..... is normally spread via e-mail do a scan of you messages including deleted and spam folders ..........p0rn.com ... not sure of this one but i guess has many guises" My latest comment: Ta for the above Callum, unfortunately still unresolved! Been using another PC, suppose I should give fixing it another try. Tried Internet Options / spybot / AVG +++ route, no avail. Not restored / reformatted -YET - I'm sure it is something simple. Interesting tho, Skype and file sharing still work??? more

Resolved Question: Why can't I get rid of F-Secure?

So, here's the deal. Besides the fact that I have a junk IBM laptop, the worst part is that it came equipped with F-Secure anti-virus. Now, about a month ago or more, I downloaded Trend Micro's PC-Cillin anti-virus software, but I made a boo boo and forgot to uninstall F-Secure first. I know, my bad! But, now when I go to add/remove programs, it says a whole bunch of mumbo jumbo about restarting and trying again, but the "detailed description" states that "uninstallation is not allowed by current policy settings." What does this mean? I've already tried restarting (which I know is stupid because I know that simply restarting a computer isn't going to change these policy settings) and I've tried finding a removal tool from F-Secure's website. Please don't tell me I'm stuck with it and I am not getting rid of PC-Cillin because it's awesome and my computer is virus-free. It's just slow as hell because I have two anti-virus systems running simultaneously. Please help! more

Resolved Question: Need help i think my Local disk C is corrupted?

I Installed Daemon Tools Pro Latest version on my USB Atom successfully but then after 5 minutes my windows vista showed a warning message that it shut down my computer to prevent further problems so there an option that i must uninstall some newly installed programs so i boot on safe mode and uninstalled Daemon Tools then when i restarted my Pc i click Launch Startup repair and theres a message that says The installed program cannot be launch so i go back to safe mode and scan my pc using registry booster but it still didnt fix the problem then i tried running system restore then i receive this error: There was an unexpected error: The maximum number of secrets that may be stored in a single system has been exceeded .(0x80070565) System restore will now close I also tried opening Disk Defragmenter but it wont show. I also tried installing anti virus or any other programs on safe mode but i cant it says i can install it on Normal mode but i cant access my normal mode.I use Truecrypt to hide my Hardrive E: but if i uninstall truecrypt i cant see my Hardrive E: but i cant access truecrypt on safe mode to Open my E: , I also cant use Error Check Tool to fix my Local Disk C: System Info: Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 Intel Core Duo CPU T2450 and 2.00Ghz 1 Gb Ram 32 Bit Oh and btw i cant format my Laptop coz i dont got its Cd. more