Topic: Adware and Spyware

But first here is a list of phony, malicious programs that actually do the opposite of their claim.

NOTE: NoAdware spyware cleaner removes the adware and malware caused by these programs.

1 Click Spy Clean
#1 Spyware Killer
2004 Adware/Spyware Remover & Blocker
about:blank 2005
AdDriller
Ad-Eliminator
AdProtector
Ads Alert
ADS Adware Remover
Adware Agent
Adware Filter
Adware Hitman
AdwareHunter
AdwarePro
AdwareSafe
AdwareSpy
AdWare SpyWare Blocker & Removal
AdwareX
AdwareX Eliminator
Ad-Where 2005
AGuardDog Adware/Spyware Remover
AlertSpy
Anti-Virus&Spyware;
ArmorWall
Botsquash
BPS Spyware & Adware Remover
CheckFlow CheckSpy & Anti Spyware 2005
CoffeeCup Spyware Remover
Consumer Identity
eAcceleration/Veloz Stop-Sign
Easy Erase Spyware Remover
Easy Spyware Killer
Emco Malware Bouncer
ETD Security Scanner
Freeze.com AntiSpyware
GoodbyeSpy
GuardBar
IC Spyware Scanner
Intelligent Spyware Cleaner
InternetAntiSpy
iSpyKiller
JC Spyware Remover & Adware Killer
KillAllSpyware
MalWhere
MaxNetShield
MicroAntivirus
MyNetProtector
MySpyFreeP
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Question #1
Adware problem…?

I recently scanned my computer with Norton Antivirus 2004. It found an infected file (C:\WINDOWS\system32\qoppp.dll… The display mentioned it to be “Adware.VirtuMonde”, but when I clicked on the link to the Symantec website, it stated that my adware was “Packed.Adware”. I cannot delete the file manually or through the antivirus program.

Every now and then, a pop-up appears saying that I have tons of virus infections, etc. I “X” that out, then a User License Agreement appears, asking if I want to install, and I “X” that out. Right after I “X” the User License Agreement, another pop-up comes advertising “WinAntivirus”.

So far, no site has been helpful in removing the problem. My antivirus definitions are up-to-date.

Please help.

Answer

You have been infected by the “winfixer”spyware….Download the remover tool of this type of spyware which software cannot automatically delete unfortunately. Details below.

After getting rid of the winfixer then go to Microsoft windows update site and get all your security updates.

Adware-Virtumundo Removal Tool v1.5 (Associated with WinFixer Popups)

This is for those of you who seem to have a lot of WinFixer popups and detections for Adware-Virtumundo (PUP) that can’t be removed.

Note: This tools does not remove the WinFixer application. WinFixer alone does not cause popups or disrupt the system. If WinFixer was installed on your system because Adware or a Trojan Downloader installed it without your permission, please remove it using the Add/Remove Programs Control Panel Applet.

Version 1.5
The tool has been re-written and updated to remove Adware-Virtumundo and MorWillSearch hijackers that have the following BHO names:

* [Blank]
* MSEvents Object
* ATLDistrib Object
* Bho

The tool should remove the main program file and basic registry entries associated with Virtumundo. The BHO and Winlogon Notify entries should be removed and a “kill bit” for ActiveX in Internet Explorer is added to prevent the BHO from working.

The tool has been updated to deny access to a file if it can not be renamed or disabled. This means that NO PROGRAM (not even most AVs) will be able to access the infected file. The owner of the file (Administrators) can still manually delete the file(s).

Finally, there is more information built into the tool about the program and what to expect if a STOP error occurs.

Download Link
http://secured2k.home.comcast.net/tools/VirtumundoBeGone.exe
[94.7 KB]
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Question #2

Does limewire have adware on your pc?

I downloaded limewire, but when I scaned my pc, it showed adware -when I deleted the adware, it also deleted limeware.Does your limewire have adware, or have you got limeware without adware? I like the site, but not sure if I should use it because of adware? Is it really dangerous for my pc ? Scan does not recommend that I delete it, as it does for many other things, but want to make sure.

Answer

Adware goes with the limewire and it won’t hurt your pc trust me i have limewire bearshear and Imesh on my pc b/c i am a dj.
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Question #3

Does Tripod give you Adware?

Does www.tripod.lycos.com/ give you Adware? The other day I was using Tripod to make a website and when I scanned my computer I found that my it was infected with 1 Adware, called IEplugin. IEPlugin is an adware program that displays advertisements on your computer.

Now, I’m not sure if it was Tripod, because yesterday I was searching around some pretty unsafe sites. I was browsing around iwon.com, zwinkie.com, and some other free website making sites. I was mainly using Tripod tough, so that is my main concern. I want to know if Tripod gives out Adware and/or any viruses/spyware?

Answer

Not heard of Tripod placing adware on people’s computers and I’ve been helping people with adware and spyware problems for some time now. They place adverts on the webpages when people view them but I guess you already know that.

If it happens again then look at the time the adware was installed and go through your Internet History or Temporary Internet Files to see which page you were browsing at the time the adware arrived.

Please ask your questions by placing a comment.

(Questions were not well edited for spelling or grammar mistakes)

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