Target.exe Virus

system · 2015-05-04T21:09:38.000Z

Okay, weird stuff happened.

First, it didn’t save to the fixlist.txt I created. Instead, it created a next document called Fixlog.txt. After a few minutes, the fixlist.txt document disappeared.
Second, my monitor is now unresponsive… It says “1. Auto Select(Digital)” on the screen and the menu isn’t accessible.

Here’s the Fixlog.txt document it created.

system · 2015-05-05T09:43:20.000Z

Something called Spooler.Afis crashed just now. And I can access my monitor menu now, but the screen sometimes blinks black (with the Dell logo) then back to normal again.

system · 2015-05-06T06:33:39.000Z

I did a restart after a windows update and now my pc is making that two-tone deep bass beeping sound it sometimes make when you first log in and have given the pc an invalid command. Now it’s saying they don’t recognize a device in the USB port, even though nothing is plugged into the USB ports. Plus, it’s saying I have three USB ports when I only have two.

I’m going to have to do a system restore if I don’t hear something back cause this noise is driving me crazy …

system · 2015-05-06T07:03:22.000Z

To be more specific, it’s the 2nd Generic USB hub, then the second device slot. Says it’s unknown.

system · 2015-05-06T07:17:12.000Z

Instead of doing a system restore, I opted for disabling the USB host controllers, forcing a shut down (since keyboard and mouse were not responding), and restarted. After the drivers were re-installed, the noise and notification went away.

ANOTHER weird thing… these can’t all be coincidences?

system · 2015-05-06T17:11:53.000Z

Sometimes the driver crash causes this which is easily solved by the way you have solved it. How are things now?

system · 2015-05-06T17:19:25.000Z

My Soluto froze when I was booting up today. Other than that, nothing has gone wrong- yet. The day is young though.

system · 2015-05-07T10:06:51.000Z

Been a day since the last incident (prior to the usb uninstall). I’m hesitant to close this thread though.

system · 2015-05-08T01:25:03.000Z

OK, I’m ready. Mark this thread as Solved.

system · 2015-05-08T04:16:05.000Z

Perusing your logs, I see no infection currently present in your system. Unless you are having any issue(s), the machine appears to be Malware-free as we speak.

Removal of Tools and Quarantined Files

Despite the tools we have used are clean, they are powerful removal tools and made in a way so that they carry out any commands given to them without (most cases) asking for a confirmation. In the hands of an inept person, they can make the machine un-bootable – a scenario we do not wish to see. Also, we need to remove the quarantined files/folders from your system as a dormant malware can be as bad as an active one if given the proper environment. I shall now give you the guidelines to remove the tools and the quarantined files from your system.

[*]Cleanup with Delfix
Please download DelFix by Xplode to your Desktop.
Download Link
[*]Double-click to run the program;
[list][*]Note: Windows Vista/7/8 users right-click and choose Run as administrator[*]Make sure that all the boxes are checked;
[*]Click Run;
[*]A log will be opened after the operation is finished;
[*]Copy and Paste it in your next reply[/list]

Prevention and Future Guidelines

Prevention is better than cure – goes the old saying. As much as we love to see you visit our site, we do not want to see you having your PC infected by malwares again.

[*]Keep Windows up-to-date.
It is extremely important that you keep your operating system (Windows) updated when updates are made available. It is set to alert you, so be sure not to ignore these notices and to allow the updates to install. Many of these are critical security packages which could very possibly be the difference between your picking up a future infiltration and simply passing right by it unharmed.
[*]Run antivirus software and keep it up-to-date, too.
Antivirus software is your safety net if all other protections fail. The first line of defense is smart computing, of course, but everyone needs a backup. Once they’re installed, check periodically to ensure they have been successfully updating as well. An out-of-date antivirus is not a happy antivirus!
[*]Keep your web browser plugins and other programs updated also.
This tip is rarely shared by technicians and its importance is not widely recognized, but it’s absolutely critical. Programs such as Java, Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader, Internet Explorer, and myriad other such web-exposed items are deeply vulnerable to attack, which can quickly lead to a hopelessly infected system no matter what protection you currently have installed. The reason is that these programs are ubiquitous, but are also not perfect and are extremely complex… and as such, security vulnerabilities are discovered and exploited by hackers hoping to gain control over your machine. By performing every update for these programs as soon as it’s made available, you will greatly reduce your exposure to dangerous internet threats.

A great way to do this is to install the Filehippo Update Checker and run it regularly. Also, try not to ignore any notifications you receive regarding updates to programs already installed on your PC.

No scripts is an excellent security device too. I like it but it is not for everyone because it requires you to take action if you want to see some things (pop ups, banners etc.) on sites you visit.

Download NoSript by Giorgio Maone.

Note: Sometimes you will get a site telling you that you need to install Java when actually all you need to do is enable the site through the no script icon down on the right hand side of your computer.

[*]Watch out for new threat named CryptoLocker
CryptoLocker is a new type ransomware family malware that encrypts your important files and asks for a ransom to decrypt them. At the moment of posting this reply there are no tools that can undo the havoc this malware causes. We can help you to remove the malware from your system but the files that was encrypted cannot be recovered without the decryption key. So, I ask for your forbearance and practice constant vigilance. Please read the following article to acknowledge yourself about the safety measures.
How to prevent your computer from becoming infected by CryptoLocker.

[*]And last of all, surf smart.
It doesn’t matter how well the autopilot system works if the pilot keeps flying the plane into mountain ranges. Don’t forget that no matter how much you have protecting yourself, your security ultimately begins and ends with you. Don’t visit dangerous or questionable web sites, avoid suspicious links on Facebook and emails/email attachments you’re unsure about, and just generally keep your wits about you, and you’ll be much safer. Also, avoid illegal downloads, cracks, “warez”, and all other too-good-to-be-true internet offerings: they’re typically laden with malware. Be smart and you can avoid most threats lurking about the darker corners of the internet! And for even more tips, see our article, How Did I Get Infected in the First Place?

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Regards,
Valinorum

system · 2015-05-08T07:08:10.000Z

Well, crap, that opened up a whole can of worms.

Halfway thru the cleaning, a popup came up that said I needed to restart to open up user account control. Then, after restarting, the ‘USB Device Not Recognized’ problem came back. And, then, I had to run Delfix twice because the first time it didn’t produce a log (probably because I restarted in the middle of it cleaning). On the second run through, it froze. Finally, a warning came up asking me if I wanted to allow the following program to make changes to my hard drive: Command Center.

system · 2015-05-08T07:08:59.000Z

The log came up. I closed it so that I could upload it. But, now it’s disappeared.

system · 2015-05-08T07:23:28.000Z

Uninstalling the USB Host Controllers and then doing a hard restart DID NOT fix the problem this time.
I’ve got a notification that says “Device Driver Software Did Not SUccessfully Install” (says Device Unplugged)
And ANOTHER popup came up asking me if I wanted to authorize command control to make changes to my hard drive.

Later, Spooler.API (no idea what that is) crashed again.

system · 2015-05-08T08:19:46.000Z

Since it’s not a windows issue, I have looked into whether it’s a hard drive issue (I have the Alienware X51 R2). Turns out it is. However, none of the prescriptions listed on that site are for my USB 2.0/3.0 device (Seagate 3.1 USB). So, I have asked on that forum if anyone can point me to where the instructions are for fixing that particular usb driver.

system · 2015-05-08T14:35:07.000Z

The log should be located in your Desktop.

system · 2015-05-08T14:35:34.000Z

wollam11 post:33:

Since it’s not a windows issue, I have looked into whether it’s a hard drive issue (I have the Alienware X51 R2). Turns out it is. However, none of the prescriptions listed on that site are for my USB 2.0/3.0 device (Seagate 3.1 USB). So, I have asked on that forum if anyone can point me to where the instructions are for fixing that particular usb driver.

Good move.

system · 2015-05-08T17:44:36.000Z

Valinorum post:34:

The log should be located in your Desktop.

It’s not there. It’s disappeared. I checked downloads too. Not there either.

system · 2015-05-11T13:24:51.000Z

How is your PC? I believe the last set of logs were good.

system · 2015-05-14T20:48:06.000Z

It’s slow going with the Dell/ Alienware people. Still haven’t fixed the problem.
They want me to run a system restore or reset my pc back to factory specs.

system · 2015-05-16T15:34:24.000Z

Haven’t heard a thing from them since. Guess I’m screwed.
You can close this now if you would like.

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