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A Stubborn Virus

10 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/a-stubborn-virus.96192/

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rose tamang Original post #1
Aug 22, 2008 at 5:44 PM
Hi, Friends Please Help!!!!

I transferred a file from my organization’s computer to my PC.
Now my computer is infected with win32.PE_Sality.EK virus.
I scanned my computer using Quick Heal, Trojan Remover, Nortan Antivirus but of no avail.
I formatted my HDDisk but didn’t get rid of this trouble.
Now I’ve installed fresh OS Winxp, but have problem. When I installed software like Quick Time, K-Lite Codec, Registry cleaner, they get installed at first but as I restart the computer and sad to find the .exe file missing for these software. When click any icon for this program on my desk, I can see the computer searching .exe file as file searching dialog box appears with brows button in display. Please Help.
I’ve scanned all the partitions in my drive.


Please Help!!!!
ashu888ashu888
Aug 22, 2008 at 8:29 PM
But did u format only the C drive (or the drive in wich the os was loaded) or the entire Hdd ?

Coz, as u said the virus problem still persists after the format, so im guessing that u didint format the entire hdd and hence the virus must hv migrated to another partition..

btw, use a better AV like NOD32 or Kaspersky or even AVG (any one of the 3 will do) to remove the virus, i knw its a tedious job to keep on recommending AVs, but they are the best in the business, so b4 u do a complete format, plz use these... :)

Also, use a registry cleaner like XP Tools Pro, to remove unwanted reg entries.... :)
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Cheers n e-peace...
T
The Conqueror #3
Aug 22, 2008 at 8:34 PM
Use a Good Antivirus such as Kaspersky Antivirus 2009 or NOD32 .
I recommend Kaspersky.
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nirjhar #4
Oct 4, 2008 at 12:44 PM
when format ur pc tri to full format .Befor formatting try to clear viruses from ur pc.
are u seure that ur cd or dvd's away from viruses?
Zangetsu
Oct 4, 2008 at 3:10 PM

win32.PE_Sality.EK virus.
I formatted my HDDisk but didn’t get rid of this trouble.
Now I’ve installed fresh OS Winxp, but have problem. When I installed software like Quick Time, K-Lite Codec, Registry cleaner, they get installed at first but as I restart the computer and sad to find the .exe file missing for these software. When click any icon for this program on my desk, I can see the computer searching .exe file as file searching dialog box appears with brows button in display. Please Help.
I’ve scanned all the partitions in my drive.


Please Help!!!!

The virus entered ur system bcoz of outdated virus DB...:rolleyes:

*www.threatexpert.com/report.aspx?uid=78e80dbd-1de9-4d49-a1c3-befe1733aeb1

read in detail in the above URL u will get 2 know about ur problem...

Use a good Antivirus such as KS 2009 or BitDefender 2009 :eek:

steps: 1) Take the Backup of important Data
2) Format Entire HDD
3) Scan Backup data with l8st definitions :)
H
Oct 11, 2008 at 9:22 PM
Try trend micro house call - see if it help n then decide abt other options
C
Oct 11, 2008 at 9:35 PM
Here's a utility that cleans this worm
*www.ca.com/us/securityadvisor/newsinfo/collateral.aspx?cid=186963
C
Oct 11, 2008 at 9:40 PM
Install Kaspersky trial and scan the pc...that should work out fine..
G
Oct 11, 2008 at 9:41 PM
format everything......
NucleusKore
Oct 11, 2008 at 10:44 PM
Use Avira from UBCD4WIN