I got hijacked!

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I got hijacked!

August 04, 2009, 12:44:46 AM

:hick: Yes...hijacked...and yes, I had no protection...I had protection, but it expired and I just never got it updated. So, I humbly as for any help if possible, knowing it was my own dayum fault...

I have a gateway PC running windows xp home edition. I was on Facebook the other night and was sent a video...like an idiot, I fell for it and tried to open it, but no luck. Now, today, my computer is hijacked, by some program that wants me to purchase anti virus software. Of course, I refuse to buy from these azzhats, even if it was a legit site!

So, I can't open up any programs...especially any anti virus or anti spyware stuff...but I can surf the net. I tried the Hijack this program, tried renaming it, but no luck. Well, with my limited computer knowledge, I'm stuck. I'd appreciate any help you guys can give me!

I got hijacked!

Reply #1 – August 04, 2009, 01:51:51 AM

About the only thing I can suggest without refomatting is to find someone with a spyware removal program (I use SUPERAntiSpyware) and put it on a disc. Seems all the spyware out there now even prevents downloading a program...if it's very bad though, might be best to reformat.

Anyhow, whenever you get it sorted, make sure you get an anti-spyware AND a good anti-virus and use them, update, and all that jazz.

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Reply #2 – August 04, 2009, 07:53:43 AM

look into AVG they have some free virus protection,i have also run into something similar to your problem. i run AVG with no problems

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Reply #3 – August 04, 2009, 09:19:28 AM

I've downloaded several anti-virus programs, but this hijack prevents me from opening anything. Not sure if I have any other options here...

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Reply #4 – August 04, 2009, 09:28:59 AM

Have you tried killing the virus in Safe mode?

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Reply #5 – August 04, 2009, 11:01:15 AM

No! I'm willing to try that...gotta figure out how to get it into safe mode...

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Reply #6 – August 04, 2009, 01:06:36 PM

Is the virus called security suite or something? If so I should be able to help.

http://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html

That's the program I used to remove that virus. It's called Malwarebytes. It says it cost money but you can download it and run it without registering. It'll be good for getting rid of this virus one time. Other than that I recommend Avast Antivirus to keep you protected.

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Reply #7 – August 04, 2009, 02:58:29 PM

Quote from: blu84302;285201

I recommend Avast Antivirus to keep you protected.

right!

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Reply #8 – August 04, 2009, 03:34:14 PM

My parents had one of those, ended up having to reformat the hard-drive.

I've used Kaspersky now for several years with no problems.

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

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Reply #9 – August 04, 2009, 05:45:12 PM

Try this: http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

I've heard they were good. Never used it though...

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Reply #10 – August 04, 2009, 07:19:47 PM

Quote from: tireshredder;285246

Try this: http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

I've heard they were good. Never used it though...

Tried it...again, the virus immediately shuts down any program I try to open...I may have to reformat...

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Reply #11 – August 04, 2009, 07:48:24 PM

Reboot, hit F8 before Windows starts to get the menu that lets you get into Safe Mode. Then try downloading and running it.

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Reply #12 – August 04, 2009, 11:41:30 PM

you could do a selective startup, But thats more advanced.

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Reply #13 – August 05, 2009, 12:34:38 AM

YES! I rebooted in Safe Mode and then uses Stinger to remove that ! We are once again clean and operating in a safe AVG Anti-virus environment!

Thank you all for your help!

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Reply #14 – August 05, 2009, 08:14:56 AM

Quote from: BlackCardinal;285337

YES! I rebooted in Safe Mode and then uses Stinger to remove that ! We are once again clean and operating in a safe AVG Anti-virus environment!

Thank you all for your help!

Lucky!

When I had to clean my parent's computer, nothing I tried would find all the various hidden parts of the virus. Good Job!

Shiny Side Up!
Bill