Hijack attempt?

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I am experiencing a problem w/ IE 6.0 SP2 that appears to be an attempt to
hijack the browser. The vertical scroll bar in IE moves up and down along w/
the Privacy sliderin Internet Options, whether connected to the Internet or
not. This also affects the scroll bars in Windows dialogue boxes as well as
my other programs (MS Office). Have attempted to find source using McAfee
Virus Scan w/ no help. Running Windows XP w/ Firewall and Auto Updates
configured on. I tried to roll back using System Restore w/out success.
Problem appears to be virus but I can't find it. I am a new user and unsure
as to how to proceed. Can someone please advise. Thank you for your
assistance.
 
Hi liberty61 :-)

You have a hijacker or malware on your system. In addition to updating and
running your AV, download, install and run the programs below in Safe Mode
with Hidden Files enabled. This will remove the nasty you have and any
others it may have let in the back door. Some malware can replicate itself
repeatedly if not removed properly, so even if you have already run some
programs, run them again according to the information below. Follow all
instructions carefully:

First, Clear the TIF's and empty the recycle bin:
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/delcache.htm

Also...empty your Recycle bin.

Then do the following:

WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any spyware!!

How to properly scan for scumware (read first, if possible)
http://aumha.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5878

Hope this helps :-)

Jan :)
MS MVP - IE/OE
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that's why they're so contagious.

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Download and install BHODemon from
http://www.definitivesolutions.com/bhodemon.htm
Your problem may be caused by a bad BHO.

Most importantly, download install and run CWShredder here
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
and About Buster, which searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the malware.
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic cleaning:
On-Line Check
http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
and
Quick-Fix Protocol.
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".

Then download, install and immediately update these three programs before
running:
AdAware SE - Update immediately after installing
http://www.download.com/3000-2144-10045910.html?part=69274&subj=dlpage&tag=button
AdAware Tutorial -
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=48
SpyBot S &D - Update immediately after installing
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download2471.html
SpyBot S&D Tutorial -
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=43
Microsoft Windows Antispyware Program (Beta)
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx

Also download, install and run CWShredder:
http://www.majorgeeks.com/downloadget.php?id=3019&file=11&evp=9e0433de9f8fd8e137fd6b3ff02edc90

Next, do an Online scan here (if possible) -
http://www.pandasoftware.com/activescan/com/activescan_principal.htm
Make sure that you choose "fix" or "clean".

Download PocketKkillbox from
http://www.thespykiller.co.uk/files/killbox.exe
and put it on the desktop where you can find it easily

Download, install, and run HiJackThis - it is one of the most important
tools to help clean your system of scumware. Follow the instructions
carefully:

How to download and install HiJackThis: (it does not need to be updated)
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topict309.html

Please DO NOT post your log to this newsgroup. It is important that you go
to one of the HiJackThis Support Forums below and allow the experts there
to analyze it for you.
AumHa HiJackThis Forum
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
or Bleeping Computer Forum
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
necessary steps to clean your system.
(Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please
follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log deleted
or ignored.)

Also, please post a link to the forum where you post your HJT log back to
this thread so that we can follow your progress there.

CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the programs
below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
(if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may kill
your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX, will
enable you to regain your connection.

You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
and
WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
(NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
or Winsock Fix Utility
http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip

How to Restart in Safe Mode
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo.nsf/docid/2001052409420406

How to Show Hidden Files
http://snipurl.com/6rl8
 
=?Utf-8?B? said:
I am experiencing a problem w/ IE 6.0 SP2 that appears to be an attempt to
hijack the browser. The vertical scroll bar in IE moves up and down along w/
the Privacy sliderin Internet Options, whether connected to the Internet or
not. This also affects the scroll bars in Windows dialogue boxes as well as
my other programs (MS Office). Have attempted to find source using McAfee
Virus Scan w/ no help. Running Windows XP w/ Firewall and Auto Updates
configured on. I tried to roll back using System Restore w/out success.
Problem appears to be virus but I can't find it. I am a new user and unsure
as to how to proceed. Can someone please advise. Thank you for your
assistance.
Click to expand...

Clean the mouse ball. Seriously. Also, whenever I have the MS Sidewinder
hooked up, the cursor moves spontaneously, on occasion. I trace that to
motion of the sidewinder, if it isn't sitting flat on the surface.

Or maybe it is IR interference, if you are using a cordless mouse with an IR
connection.
 
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