Cannot open .exe files, cannot open any programs

My computer worked fine until last night. Now, every time that I click on a shortcut, or try to open any program, I get this error: this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. Create an association in the set Associations control panel.  OR I get this message: the version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you are using. Check your computer's system information to see if you need a x 86 (32 bit) or x 64 (64-bit) version of the program and then contact the software publisher.

I got this computer for 2 years, with the same programs on it (of course they have been updated since then) and never had a problem. I can't even run a virus scan or anything to know if I have a. What is going on?

Hello

Next message will be how to restore functions .exe, once you are clean.

Try Mode safe mode with networking - repeatedly, press F8 that you start.

The two albums allow scanners to run or get remote AV.exe removal.

1.
CTRL SHIFT ESC - task manager OR right click on the taskbar - task manager

Process tab - complete the process on AV. EXE and continue with the uninstall Guide.

If necessary use start - computer or Windows Explorer to navigate to

C:\Program Malwarebytes Anti - Malware\mbam.exe or where it is installed - if
necessary right click on the shortcut of Malwarebytes - Properties - tab - target line to see where it
is installed.

Right-click on it and rename it to ZZMbam.exe (or something different than now), then
Double-click it and run it like this. You can rename it back later. Do the same with others
programs as needed. Use this method for other necessary - DO NOT ASSUMER one
program removes all or that there is no other malware.

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2.
Another method is to use them:

Use Process Explorer to "Suspend" the process will not stop

Then use AutoRuns to delete the malicious program startup items.

Now use UnLocker to delete the files in the malware.

You may need to do a file at a time.

Process Explorer - free
http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/Sysinternals/bb896653.aspx

AutoRuns - free
http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb963902.aspx

UnLocker - free (do not install the adaware Ebay)
http://www.Softpedia.com/get/system/system-miscellaneous/unlocker.shtml

AV.exe

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This malware has many names - some of them are (they all AV.exe in common).

Win 7 Antispyware 2010 XP Internet Security 2010 and Vista Antivirus 2010 is rogue antivirus.
scams to get you to pay for them while they have no advantage at all.

How to remove malware AV.exe = read all instructions.
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-antivirus-Vista-2010

RENAME this as necessary to allow them to perform:

It can be made repeatedly in Mode safe - F8 tap that you start, however, you must also run
the regular windows when you can.

TDSSKiller.exe. - Download the desktop - so go ahead and right-click on it - RUN AS ADMIN
It will display all the infections in the report after you run - if it will not run changed the name of
TDSSKiller.exe to tdsskiller.com. If she finds something or not does not mean that you should not
check with the other methods below.
http://support.Kaspersky.com/viruses/solutions?QID=208280684

Download malwarebytes and scan with it, run MRT and add Prevx to be sure that he is gone.
(If Rootkits run UnHackMe)

Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

Malwarebytes - free
http://www.Malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free

SuperAntiSpyware Portable Scanner - free
http://www.SUPERAntiSpyware.com/portablescanner.HTML?tag=SAS_HOMEPAGE

Run the malware removal tool from Microsoft

Start - type in the search box-> find MRT top - right on - click RUN AS ADMIN.

You should get this tool and its updates via Windows updates - if necessary, you can
Download it here.

Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
(Then run MRT as shown above.)

Microsoft Malicious - 32-bit removal tool
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=en

Microsoft Malicious removal tool - 64 bit
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=585D2BDE-367F-495e-94E7-6349F4EFFC74&displaylang=en

also install Prevx to be sure that it is all gone.

Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN

Prevx - Home - free - small, fast, exceptional CLOUD protection, working with others
security programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something to come back
here or use Google to see how to remove.
http://www.prevx.com/   <-->
http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp?prevx=Y  <-->

Choice of PCmag editor - Prevx-
http://www.PCMag.com/Article2/0, 2817,2346862,00.asp

Try the demo version of Hitman Pro:

Hitman Pro is a second scanner reviews, designed to save your computer from malicious software
(viruses, Trojans, rootkits, etc.). who infected your computer despite safe
what you have done (such as antivirus, firewall, etc.).
http://www.SurfRight.nl/en/hitmanpro

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If necessary here are some free online scanners to help the

http://www.eset.com/onlinescan/

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Original version is now replaced by the Microsoft Safety Scanner
http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

Microsoft safety scanner
http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

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http://www.Kaspersky.com/virusscanner

Other tests free online
http://www.Google.com/search?hl=en&source=HP&q=antivirus+free+online+scan&AQ=f&OQ=&AQI=G1

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After the removal of malicious programs:

Also follow these steps for the General corruption of cleaning and repair/replace damaged/missing
system files.

Start - type this in the search box-> find COMMAND at the top and RIGHT CLICK – RUN AS ADMIN

Enter this at the command prompt - sfc/scannow

How to fix the system files of Windows 7 with the System File Checker
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/1538-SFC-SCANNOW-Command-System-File-Checker.html

How to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker (SFC.exe) program
generates in Windows Vista cbs.log
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/928228

Also run CheckDisk, so we cannot exclude as much as possible of the corruption.

How to run check disk in Windows 7
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/433-disk-check.html

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If we find Rootkits use this thread and other suggestions. (Run UnHackMe)

http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/InternetExplorer/thread/a8f665f0-C793-441A-a5b9-54b7e1e7a5a4/

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If necessary AFTER you are sure that the machine is clean of any malware. (DO NOT USE IF)
MALWARE IS STILL PRESENT).

How to do a repair installation to repair Windows 7
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/3413-repair-install.html

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For extreme cases:

Norton Power Eraser - eliminates deeply embedded and difficult to remove crimeware
This traditional antivirus analysis does not always detect. Because the Norton Power Eraser
uses aggressive methods to detect these threats, there is a risk that it can select some
legitimate programs for removal. You should use this tool very carefully and only after
you have exhausted other options.
http://us.Norton.com/support/DIY/index.jsp

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If you are in North America, you can call 866-727-2338 for virus and spyware help
infections. See http://www.microsoft.com/protect/support/default.mspx for more details. For
international information, see your subsidiary local Support site.

Microsoft support - Virus and Security Solution Center
http://support.Microsoft.com/contactus/cu_sc_virsec_master?ws=support#TAB0

I hope this helps.

Rob Brown - Microsoft MVP<- profile="" -="" windows="" expert="" -="" consumer="" :="" bicycle="" -="" mark="" twain="" said="" it="">

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