how do i fix this computer proplem ASAP…. very possible virus… Trojan.32.Looksky?

how do i fix this computer proplem ASAP…. very possible virus… Trojan.32.Looksky?
i downloaded an active x add-on from an unknown source in order to view a video. i believe that is what caused all my recent computer problems.

first of all my desktop’s resolution was changed and it was covered in a red backround with a picture of a biohazard symbol that said “your privacy is in danger. download privacy protection software now” when i clicked anywhere on the desktop it linked me to a site blocked by spysweeper. after i figured out to return my desktop back to normal i started getting realy strange pop ups. like

“windows has detected an Internet attack attempt…..etc click here to download spyware remover”

i clicked ok but the site was blocked by my spysweeper cause it was a known site for ad/spyware. I aso get a pop-up that says im infected with

“Trojan.32.Looksky”

it says i need to download a spyware detector that takes me to the same same sites blocked by my spysweeper.

I ran spysweeper and quarentined and deleted a few spywares and adwares but i keep getting the same pop ups, i also ran trend micro virus scanner and it came up with nothing. and what makes things worse is the red biohazard backround keeps popping up and i get wierd shortcut icons on my desktop when i start up. the icons are for

“error detector” “privacy protector” and “spyware & malware protection”

i delete the shortcuts but when i restart my computer they come back. the whole thing has got me pretty frustrated and angry, i dont what i should do.

I’m begging anyone who is knowledgeable about the subject to lend me some advice or a possible sollution to get my computer running normal again as soon as possible.

Best answer:

Right

The malware you have is actually designed to make you part with money by scaring you and wrecking your settings. You do not need to spend any money to fix this.

Get the google pack download and install it. This will give you spyware doctor for free. Run spyware doctor and you’ll be all fixed.

Loads of links for googlepack online or mybranding.info/googlepack.php if you are stuck

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4 Comments for how do i fix this computer proplem ASAP…. very possible virus… Trojan.32.Looksky?

  • 1. L. E  |  November 17th, 2007 at 8:02 pm

    Welll… Well… Well…..

    First and formost,

    start, settings, control panel…. or XP start control panel….

    Open up add and remove programs….. Remove any thing that is not obvious or you are not certain about….

    Most will have company names in there…. Like Microsoft window or Obiti camera software…..
    next click start then run…..

    XP type in msconfig..

    Click on the startup tab and unckeck everything except your antivirus program…. You can tell which it is by the path….

    EX symantec AV will be c:program filessymantec….

    If you are using 2000 you will have to download msconfig

    techadvice.com/win2000/m/msconfig_w2k.htm

    start, settings, control panel…. or XP start control panel….

    Click on internet options, delete all browser history, temporary internet files, and clear the cache…

    Temporary files are on the general tab the cache is on the on the content tab…. click on clear ssl state button….

    In IE 7x go to the programs tab and then manage add-ons….

    Disable them all except micromedia flash player and perhaps the google toolbar….

    That should fix that crap….. But if that doesn’t work….

    Insert your windows CD… and reboot…. Run the setup and continue all the way untill the setup searches for the previous installations, then run the repair option……

    Setup completes fixing windows…. Then go to download your windows updates for microsoft.com.

  • 2. ty  |  November 17th, 2007 at 8:59 pm

    geekstogo.com/forum/infected-trojan-32-looksky-t169102.html

  • 3. Chris  |  November 17th, 2007 at 9:17 pm

    One of the first things to do when you suspect malware is DISABLE System Restore.
    If enabled, this allows malware to hide in the computer and re-install itself.
    So, to disable it, RIGHT-click on “My Computer.” Select “Properties” then under the ‘System Restore’ tab, check ‘Turn off system restore’ IF not already checked.
    The next most helpful things that would help you are to use ONLINE scanners from websites to remove any malware on your PC.
    The current best online scanners I prefer are from Kaspersky antivirus and Bitdefender antivirus. Together, these 2 scanners will find ALL the bad stuff on your PC because they have the BEST detection rate.
    First, use Kaspersky’s. (FYI: ALL these scans require you to agree to a EULA and install an activex control which is needed to perform the scan, so agree to them all.)

    *NOTE: Some scanners ONLY work with IE or may not fully remove malware

    kaspersky.com/virusscanner (KAV)

    Then scan with:
    bitdefender.com/scan8/ie.html

    There are MANY other good online scanners which you may choose to also use (which will take longer but ensure safety):

    onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm (Windows Live Onecare)

    emsisoft.com/en/software/ax/ (A-squared scanner)

    ewido.net/en/onlinescan/ (ewido)

    ca.com/us/securityadvisor/pest/scan.aspx (Spyware scan)

    ca.com/us/securityadvisor/virusinfo/scan.aspx (Virus scan)

    pandasecurity.com/homeusers/solutions/activescan/ (Panda Antivirus)

    housecall.trendmicro.com/ (TrendMicro)

    eset.com/onlinescan/ (Nod32)

    support.f-secure.com/enu/home/ols.shtml (F-secure)

    After using these, it’s ESSENTIAL to install at least 3 antispywares. Do NOT use more than 1 antiVIRUS as they conflict.

    The best things in life are FREE, and great free software can be found @:

    Superantispyware.com (Superantispyware FREE version)
    lavasoft.com (Ad-aware)
    emsisoft.com (A-squared FREE)
    safer-networking.org (Spybot S&D)
    javacoolsoftware.com (SpywareBlaster, EULAlyzer, & MRU-Blaster)
    microsoft.com (Windows Defender)
    grisoft.com (AVG AV)
    Avast.com (Avast AV)
    avira.com (Avira AV)
    activevirusshield.com (AOL Virus Shield, which is basically Kaspersky for free)
    siteadvisor.com (Tells you how safe websites are)
    phoenixlabs.org (Peerguardian blocks malware, government, and anti-p2p org’s)
    zonealarm.com (Top Notch Firewall)
    comodo.com (Another Top Notch firewall)
    iobit.com (Advanced Windows Care)
    Eusing.com (Registry cleaner)
    ccleaner.com (Junk file cleaner)

    Now if you can afford it, the best software to BUY are:

    Spy Sweeper
    Security Task Manager
    Norton Internet Security (Uses CPU but it’s nice if you can afford to use those resources up)
    Kaspersky (BEST! =D )
    Bitdefender
    F-secure (Same as Kaspersky)
    Linkscanner (Blocks exploits in real time)
    Advanced Uninstaller

    If there’s ever ONE file you suspect is infected, you can go to a couple of sites that have single file scanners which use MULTIPLE engines to scan a file.
    They are virusscan.jotti.org and virustotal.com

    If you’re PC is squeaky clean, re-enable system restore because it IS good to have but we needed to shut it off to wipe out the malware.
    Just RIGHT-click on “My Computer.” Select “Properties” then under the ‘System Restore’ tab, UN-check “Turn off system restore.”

    *Another thing to consider is using another browser besides Internet Explorer. IE has a lot of security holes,
    making it less safe than other browsers. I prefer Firefox from mozilla.org.
    It’s just as easy to use and has a lot of neat little add-ons you can toy around with. By itself, it is also safer from exploits than IE.*

    As always, things will vary for you. I hope the best for everybody. As always, others may disagree but there’s only one way to find things out—try it! As long
    as you have an UPDATED Antivirus, Antispyware, & firewall, things will go smoothly. And browse wisely. As a side note, please email me any/all websites you got the infection from or if any are popping up or hijacking your page so I can help further security software’s measures.
    Sometimes you may get a NEW and Unknown malware and I can submit it to be blacklisted to companies.
    Thx. Hope I was able to help and fix anything needed. If I have, please consider returning & leaving a nice comment and
    “Best Answer” to whomever you thinks deserves it…

  • 4. Jeff  |  November 17th, 2007 at 9:18 pm

    You can use online scan or download one from here.

    There are top ten the best and latest anti-spywares in 2007.
    Top Ten Anti-Spyware Software Review 2007 link:
    topten-reviews.info
    All can be trusted and you can download one.
    All are Free 30-Day Trial.

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