Failed to open all files with the extension .exe in Vista Business SP2. Dialog box appears and asks which program to use. Seems to have lost the info file assoc after virus removal.

Failed to open all files with the extension .exe in Vista Business SP2.  Dialog box appears and asks which program to use.  Seems to have lost the info file assoc after virus removal.  Any suggestions?

Hello

Try the methods provided below and check if the problem persists.

Method 1:

Try the fix it or follow the manual for troubleshooting to solve the problem.

When you run an .exe on a Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 computer file, the file can start another program

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950505

Note:

The link above contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/322756

Method 2:

Download and run Microsoft Safety Scanner and check if the problem is caused by a Virus/Malware.

Microsoft safety scanner

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

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