Is there a possible virus in my computer, specifically Windows?

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• Reassuring possible virus in my computer?

  This pop-up message keeps coming back every few weeks and I have no idea where it came from and I have not downloaded previously. It just appeared from nowhere.

  

  I always clicked the Red exit button and it goes. Then last week, I clicked on "Install now" just to see what will happen, and he opened this application. It looks just like any other Mac program cleaner typical. Apparently not in danger. I've never seen before so I right click the application, he showed application in the finder and deleted.

  

  Fast forward to today, he came again! I even found the same application in my computer! I deleted this request last week! The surprising part is that it has been "created" and "modified" last week on December 3. Who could be the same day that I deleted the other Mac Adware Cleaner.

  

  I don't know if it's some kind of virus because it has no bearing on my computer either.

  One thing to know is that this popup happens when I'm on Safari.

  I first noticed this popup about 2 months ago.

  It is a hook or a scam. There is no way for a remote site know if you have malware or viruses on your computer as soon as you know the pop up is therefore not legitimate. Remove and any other 'cleaner' or antivirus program, you have installed. Not sure that it's installed on your computer. I would change all my passwords.

  Force Quit Safari then all in now shift to start Safari again. Delete history and cookies in Safari.

• Virus on my computer. Windows Vista has been altered by the virus and my computer does not have a product key

  My computer caught a SERIOUS virus that damaged my beta Windows Vista together. So I've upgraded to Windows 7, however, I have not the key product for Windows Vista or 7. Is it possible to set this up with Windows Vista or 7 because my product key for computers, which was at the back of it, has been erased or worn. There is no name on the back of my laptop sticker saying what product key to use. Thank you!

  Friday, February 11, 2011, 05:49:31 + 0000, EShoals wrote:

  My computer caught a SERIOUS virus that damaged my beta Windows Vista together.

  What virus? How did you know you had it? You run an anti-virus
  the program? Which one? Is it updated? Why don't you use not to
  remove the virus?

  So I had to upgrade to Windows 7,

  Ugh! The upgrade to a different version of Windows does not remove a virus. In
  did the upgrade when you have a problem is always a bad
  thing to do and will be much more likely to make the problem worse than in
  solve it.

  However, I have not the key product for Windows Vista or 7.

  Where have you upgraded to Windows 7? Upgrade to a
  legitimate version Windows7 is a bad thing, but if you went to one
  a pirated version, it is likely to cause additional problems and you
  are probably in trouble now and need to clean install a
  copy legitimate of some versions of Windows.

  Is there a way to set up in Windows Vista or 7 because
  my product key for computers, which was at the back of it, has
  has been deleted or worn. There is no name on the back of my
  laptop computer sticker saying what product key to use. Thank you!

  The product key on the back of your laptop is for what version of
  Windows it came with and may not be used for all other versions. If you
  don't have a product key for Vista or Windows 7, the laptop
  no doubt supplied with XP. Is this correct?

  If it came with XP, it is very old and it is almost certainly elsewhere
  low power for Windows 7. In addition the drivers you need for Windows
  7 there are almost certainly not, and you will not be able to run
  Windows 7 on it.

  At this point, you are probably in trouble no matter what you do. You
  must reinstall Windows XP itself, but you no longer have your
  product key and you probably haven't a Windows XP CD no more. You
  can try to ask the manufacturer of the laptop to a XP CD and product
  key, but I doubt if you can get at this late date.

  You can buy a copy of Windows 7, but once, you are likely in a way
  low power for the drivers you need and it will be unavailable.

  Ken Blake (MS-MVP)

• How to remove virus from my computer in windows xp without using an anti-virus program? is this possible?

  Please tell if it is possible: D because I hate the stuff lol antivirus it slows down my computer please provide related info removal virus with output using an anti-virus and please suggest me some good anti-virus (avast bcz it does not support my system) with a download link

  Thanks in advance :)

  To get rid of the current problem you can restore your system to the State it was before the infection if you have made the system images.  Otherwise, see SpiritX advice in How to remove spyware from the computer

  You can use Microsoft Security Essentials in the future with an anti-spyware application [many are recommended in other threads].

• I think that there is a virus in the computer, the strange symptoms

  Suddenly my hotmail is pretending to send a lot of emails I get a lot of return to sender notice of non-delivery, at the same time all the program files are set to open with adobe reader and do not open, please what can I do. is it possible that I can have a remote control or other control on the computer. I use AVG and it was lit all the time,
  also how to scan my computer? Thanks Kelvin

  First, run Windows Update and will http://safety.live.com and do a full scan it. Ron Chamberlin MS - MVP

• Is there a possibility of upgrade version OEM of Windows Vista Home Premium 32 - bit for Windows 7 for free?

  I learned from a few sources online that I can get a 'upgrade' for the version OEM of Windows Vista Home Premium 32 - bit for Windows 7 free. Is this true? Should I participate in forums feedback for Windows, etc. in order to acquire such a valuable product?

  If not, is there another 'economic' way to get a copy of windows 7?

  Really appreciate your time in answering my question.

  Despite what you may have "competent" wrong, there is no "free" upgrade to Windows 7.  You can buy Windows 7 from the Microsoft Store. Carey Frisch

• How can I open program. computer tells me there is a virus but I know that the provider is trustworthy and is a professional body.

  How can I open a program from the internet.  computer says program is deleted because there is a virus.  I know that the provider is trustwortthy and is a professional company.  I went in tools bar stamped confidentiality and unlocked the company cookies, but Istill does not open.

  Thank you

  Celia

  Hi Celia,
  Your computer is probably infected by a virus. Try following the steps in this virus/malware removal guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-removal-guide
  It contains instructions which will remove most malware infections. If you have any questions, just ask me. I hope this helps you.
  Brian

• I need to connect 3 computers to one computer, but I get the error message: "no more connections are possible at this remote computer at this time because there are already as many connections as the computer can accept."

  I just bought a copy of a license 3 reviews for QuickBooks Pro 2010. I can connect 2 computers on the home network very well. But when I try to connect computer (network) a 3rd to my machine to share the file, I get the error message. "No more connections are possible at this remote computer at this time because there are already as many connections as the computer can accept." How can I connect my 3rd computer?

  I read the article in the following link, to change the value of the EnableConnectionRateLimiting, but I do not see this key.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/969710

  I currently have Windows Vista Home Premium SP2, 64-bit edition.

  Hello

  Thanks for the response back.

  The command explained in article http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314882 if applies also for Vista, we have been able to run the command.

  Some possible causes for failure Remote Desktop connection are:
  a. authentication level is low/disabled.
  (b) the port of remote desktop can be blocked by a firewall.
  c. remote connections might not be enabled on the remote computer.
  d. the remote computer may be asleep or hibernating.
  e. e user account doesn't have a password.
  f. the remote computer may be too busy to accept more connections.

  To resolve all of the above causes, follow the steps listed under "I can't connect to the remote computer:
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-Remote-Desktop-problems

  I hope this helps.

  Kind regards
  Syed V
  Answers from Microsoft supports the engineer.

• Possible virus, whenever I start my computer quench a small window opens saying lil added my as a friend.

  Whenever I start my computer, a window opens saying lil satisfy added my as a friend.  Running anti virus tools and nothing is detected, but I'm sure it's a virus.  What can I do?

  Whenever I start my computer, a window opens saying lil satisfy added my as a friend.  Running anti virus tools and nothing is detected, but I'm sure it's a virus.  What can I do?

  It could just be a message created in the form of annoying *.vbs startup script.

  to be sure, post and download/install hijackthis scan Journal Journal here:

  http://filehippo.com/download_hijackthis/

  in the meantime, please indicate the name of your antivirus solution and if it is updated to the latest virus definition.

  some free antivirus available from their respective websites:

  Microsoft Security Essentials

  avast home

  Avira free

  AVG free

  mirror: http://filehippo.com/software/antimalware/

  also, I think that the correct forum for possible virus/malware section:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/protect/Forum/protect_other

• Is it possible to have the computer hacked via YouTube

  Original title: YouTube?

  Hi, is it possible to have your computer hacked via YouTube or YouTube would there be a way to prevent this?

  See you soon

  Jack

  Hello

  I suggest you to protect your computer with an anti-virus program and keep the program updated regularly. This will help you against online piracy.

  Alternatively, you can contact YouTube support for any problem of security to:

  Security Center

  http://support.Google.com/YouTube/bin/request.py?hl=en&contact_type=abuse&Rd=1

  You can also check with the settings of your YouTube account for more safety information.

  See also:

  Firewalls in versions of Windows

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/PC-security/firewalls-using.aspx

  10 ways to work safely

  http://www.Microsoft.com/atwork/security/worksecure.aspx#fBid=AgpxuE9Y_3i

• A Virus infect my computer from the system restore?

  My computer has been infected recently by (I think) a kind of malware that would be redirecting My search Google results (with a warning of Google chrome that the site had a low signature) and remove Windows Defender. I tried many possible solutions on the internet, but none of them worked. In the end, I decided to do a system restore to about two days before, he started, and my computer seems to work very well.

  After the restoration of the system, I installed AVG Antivirus (paid version / pro) and did a full scan of the computer. I think he deleted something like that harmful things we found on my computer.
  Now, three days after the system restore, I've read a few articles and questions on the internet that says a system restore does not remove a virus and that she could hide in the system restore files. I don't know if this is related, but some sites will not load for me (like 'wiiublog' and 'malwarebytes' Web sites), and when I check on another site (like 'downforeveryoneorjustme'), he says that the Web sites are on the rise. In addition, some Web sites load with just the words and links, but no images.
  The virus infect my computer in system restore files? It still does damage to my computer?
  If so, is there something I need to check my files system restore (I read that you need to turn off and do another scan, but I don't want to do anything without first aid)?
  I am running Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2.
  I also Iobit Advanced Systemcare running.

  On Wednesday, May 9, 2012 23:09:41 + 0000, bt2004 wrote:

  My computer has been infected recently by (I think) a kind of malware that would redirect my Google search results (with a caveat
  Google chrome that the site had a low signature) and remove Windows Defender. I tried many possible solutions on the internet, but none of them worked. In the end, I decided to do a system restore to about two days before, he started, and my computer seems to work very well.

  If this is the case, no matter what your problem was, it was probably not
  malware. A system restore is rarely effective in eliminating
  malware.

  After the restoration of the system, I installed AVG Antivirus (paid version / pro) and did a full scan of the computer. I think he deleted something like that harmful things we found on my computer.

  In my opinion, AVG, who was one of the best anti-virus programs
  is no longer. There are several better choices:

  For an anti-virus program, I recommend eSet NOD32 or Kaspersky, if you
  are willing to pay for it. If you want a free anti-virus, I recommend
  (do not run more than one antivirus program) one of the following
  three:
   
  Avira AntiVir
  Avast
  Microsoft Security Essentials
   
  You also need anti-spyware software (even if you run a program such as)
  Microsoft Security Essentials, with integrated anti-spyware capability
  It). I recommend that you download and install MalwareBytes (freeware)
  AntiMalware

  Now, three days after the system restore, I've read a few articles and questions on the internet that says a system restore does not remove a virus and that she could hide in the system restore files.

  An infection in a restore point is completely harmless, unless you
  restore from this restore point.
  The only way to remove the virus is to turn off System Restore, then again, but who's going to delete all the your restore points, not just the one (s) infected. Alternatively, you can just wait for the points that are infected at the end of the chain - a maximum of 90 days of fall.
  My preference is to wait 90 days.

  Ken Blake, Microsoft MVP

• When the Admin sign on the office comes to the top, but after that the computer does not respond when the user tries to do anything. There are actually turns off the computer with the power button.

  Original title: user profile

  My administrator user profile does not work properly, but I have a user profile that has activated the parental control that worked well for about a year and yesterday when this user logs on the desktop comes up, but after that the computer does not respond when that user tries to do anything. There are actually turns off the computer with the power button.  I ran a virus scan and spyware scan in my user admin profile and he has not found anything.  I don't know what to check.

  Hello rhunter15,

  There may be a program to interfere with Parental controls so that we can try a few things to see if we can determine the application or program that is causing problems.

  First of all, we run System File Checker to see if you have a corrupt file system.

  • Click Start
  • Click on all programs
  • Click Accessories, and then right-click on the command prompt.
  • Select the Security tab and choose "Run as Administrator"
  • Click on command prompt
  • Type SFC/scannow.

  It will scan and repair any damaged operating system files.

  To determine if there is a program because of a conflict, we recommend that you perform a "clean boot" of the computer. A clean boot is designed to disable programs and services in the background as much as possible. This helps determine which service or program can be the cause of the problem.  For more information about how to perform a clean boot for troubleshooting, click the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base.

  KB 929135 - how to solve a problem of performaing a clean boot in Windows Vista.
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Once you have finished the clean boot, check again and see if you get the error of parental control.

  If please post again and let us know if that helped pinpoint the problem or if you still need help.

  Thank you

  Marilyn
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Very loose hinges and possible virus on the Macbook pro

  Hi all

  IV ' e noticed my macbook pro screen hinges become very loose and the screen comes back without any force. How much does it cost to repair? Also, how a cleaning of the computer at a cost of virus? I did not buy my computer from an apple reseller but my local Best Buy.

  Thanks again!

  "How much does it cost to fix?

  First of all, check your warranty coverage > https://checkcoverage.apple.com/

  If your warranty has expired, take the Mac at Best Buy for repairs. No one here can tell what the repair might cost.

  In the second place. What happens on your Mac that makes you think that there is a virus?

• possible virus. pop up "Hello, new user.

  When you open safari I get pop up "Hello, new user", which I have to close it before you continue. possible virus?

  No, not a virus because currently there are no viruses for OS X. In Safari preferences, click the Advanced tab and check the box for show develop Menu in Menu bar. Then use this menu item to empty Caches

• There are ten virus adware and malicious software attempting to invade my files; If you follow prompt to "remove all", nothing happens. How can I solve this problem?

  There are ten virus adware and malware that have file names tries to invade the following files: my dovument (7), Shared (6) and Local C drive files (78); If you follow prompt to "remove all", nothing happens.  There are three flashing warning signs alert me of evil potentiial for files named above. How can I solve this problem?

  Hello

  We need more information. What antivirus do you use? Don't forget to contact support
  and forums. If the MSE a response - MSE here on answers forum. What version of Windows
  you use. It might also help if you named the malware involved.

  Please provide all the information we need to help us help you.

  How to ask a question
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/555375

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  This troubleshooting is for Windows 7 - Vista is similar - for XP using RUN instead of
  Start - Search.

  If you need search malware here's my recommendations - they will allow you to
  scrutiny and the withdrawal without ending up with a load of spyware programs running
  resident who can cause as many questions as the malware and may be harder to detect as
  the cause.

  No one program cannot be used to detect and remove any malware. Added that often easy
  to detect malicious software often comes with a much harder to detect and remove the payload. Then
  its best to be thorough than paying the high price later now too. Check with them to one
  extreme overkill point and then run the cleaning only when you are sure that the system is clean.

  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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  There may be necessary sanitation - which some depends on your version of Windows.
  RUJ SFC/scannow and checkdisk (CHKDSK) - if necessary to do a repair installation. For
  more information on these methods require responses - Windows Forums for your version of
  Windows.

  Answers - Windows Forums
  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows

  Also, be sure to provide all the information we need to help us to help you:

  How to ask a question
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/555375

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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.

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