Spyware somewhere on comp, help anyone?

Question

Hey there, I've been having some trouble with some kind of a spyware program, its affecting my browsing speeds and mainly my search engine results. When I go to click on a result, I will be taken to some random site that usually varies.

Now I'm not computer illiterate, I understand that a sweep with a spyware program usually works, I have tried with ad sweeper, and with my up to date Trend Micro. Each time they detect spyware, and deletes them, but when I try to click search results, it again will send me to a some other site.

I have tried going through the task manager looking for strange processes and services, as well as opening the msconfig settings to look for boot programs that may cause it. I can't find a thing.

Anyone out there with some comp skills think they can help me out?

Much appreciated.

Answer 1

Go to http://www.spywareremover-download.com

Download Spywareremover for free.

Not only does spywareRemover get rid of the malicious spyware & adware that have invaded your system, it also prevents infestations from reoccurring. SPYwareRemover will keep your computer's performance at its best and it will protect your privacy and your identity.

Answer 2

1. Smitfraudfix

http://siri.geekstogo.com/SmitfraudFix.php

After that's done, then restart the computer into Safe Mode.. While in Safe Mode, run the SmitFraudFix tool per the instructions in the link When it asks to reboot the computer, do so andfinish..





Once that's done, then follow the steps below:



Please download Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware





Double Click mbam-setup.exe to install the application.



* Make sure a checkmark is placed next to Update Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware and Launch Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware, then click Finish.

* If an update is found, it will download and install the latest version.

* Once the program has loaded, select "Perform Quick Scan", then click Scan.

* The scan may take some time to finish,so please be patient.

* When the scan is complete, click OK, then Show Results to view the results.

* Make sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.

* When disinfection is completed, a log will open in Notepad and you may be prompted to Restart.

* The log is automatically saved by MBAM and can be viewed by clicking the Logs tab in MBAM



If MBAM encounters a file that is difficult to remove,you will be presented with 1 of 2 prompts,click OK to either and let MBAM proceed with the disinfection process,if asked to restart the computer,please do so immediately.

Answer 3

To remove spyware,there are many solutions exist, all of them with their own strengths and weaknesses.

Top 5 anti-spywares reviews,comparisons and download links on

http://anti-spyware-center.net

You can download and scan your computer for free.

Answer 4

Try malwarebytes to clean up your system:

http://www.majorgeeks.com/Malwarebytes_Anti-Malware_d5756.html



Don't let the battalions of external parasites into your system in the first place: stop these guys @ your 'doorstep' & keep 'em out:

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INTERNET EXPLORER: Tools> Internet Options> Privacy> Advanced:

here check 'Override automatic....'; 'Allow session cookies'; 'Allow 1st party cookies' & 'Block 3rd Party Cookies'.

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FIREFOX: Tools> Options> Privacy: Check 'Accept Cookies from sites'

& Un-Check 'Accept 3rd Party cookies'

Firefox add-on's

Flashblock: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/433

Add block plus: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/1865

Popup Master: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/1788



"NoScript" for Firefox will stop a lot of these adware/spyware & hijackers:

https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/722

Use this feature to block unwanted advertising re-direct:

With NS running, down on the far right corner is a blue 'S' with a red line through it: right click that> tick 'forbid -------' &/or mark as 'untrusted'.

(Ticking all may reduce interactive behavior; enable just enough to get what's necessary)

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Server based spy/adware, that tracks your surfing & builds a profile of your surfing: requires "Opt Out"...

Yahoo here: http://info.yahoo.com/relevantads/

Google here: http://www.google.com/privacy_ads.html

NAI garbage here: http://networkadvertising.org/managing/opt_out.asp

DoubleClick poison here: http://www.doubleclick.com/privacy/dart_adserving.aspx



SpywareBlaster for system wide, realtime protection:

http://www.snapfiles.com/Freeware/security/fwantispy.html



Turn off 'spell check' may help, as this sends keystrokes back to the server also, which may be used to 'target' advertising.



Good luck. :)

Answer 5

programs that i would recommend:

AVG, spybot S&D, Ad-Aware

theses programs usually get rid of most things

if you cannot find anything then, use your anti-virus, spyware programs and find where they are located, boot using safe mode then delete.

good luck

Answer 6

Owch you have got the ZLOB virus ouch

Get on YouTube and figure out how to

Get rid of it REMEMBER: Type direct link to

YouTube.com or it'll come up with slob

Or should I say ZLOB