how to remove system 32 virus?

Question

i don't know where i got it, i just noticed that the folder on my flashdrives became "shortcuts" of the original file in a folder named "system32" which i know didn't exist before. so, the folders malfunctions when i open it, there was some command prompt that pop outs when i open it. and when i try to search for a specific file in the search file, it cannot detect/search for it. i tried to delete that system32 folder but it can't be deleted. and i tried to format my flashdrive too. but before i format it, i copied the files on it first (those are so important) and then pasted the files on my desktop. after i formatted the flashdrive, i pasted the files again and the folders are not shortcuts anymore. i thought my problem was over but then when i removed my flash drive and then connected it to my laptop again, the folders became shortcuts of the f*** system32 once again! what should i do? i want to consult a specialist already but i'm afraid he'll format my laptop. and i wonder what he'll do to my files in my flashdrive. if my laptop would be healed, would my flashdrive be as well? or do i have to reformat it too? :(( I REALLY HATE THE PERSON WHO CREATED THAT VIRUS! nshge2739sdji2uj3e3u8@*!@*#&^&@!^@#^!

Answer 1

Googled and found this article "How to Fix File Folders Became Shortcuts", very detailed steps fixing solution. Take a closer good at it.

http://www.anysoftwaretools.com/how-to/fix-file-folder-shortcut.html

Answer 2

System32 file folder is a vital parts of windows and if you delete it you will lose windows and then have to do a complete reinstall. It is possible to have a virus in the system32 somewhere in the system32 folder or the registry but there is no actual virus called that I know of.



What you need to do is download a good virus scanner like mcafee total, kaspersky total etc and run a scan with the one you choose. Also download maleware byte(free version) and run a full scan. Also download registry mechanic from PC Tools and run a scan. Between the Bought virus scan, free malware detector, and registry cleaner and scanner if there is something there it will be found.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Use the antivirus 2012 guide, and use the tools in there

Answer 5

Boot in safe mode with networking. Run and scan your computer using these three in exact order:

http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/anti-virus/rkill

http://www.malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free

http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download



Scan your flash drive as well.

Answer 6

What is in the system32 folder?

And what OS are you running?