Windows 8.1 svchost.exe infected with URL Mal; 18 Unique Avast Block Alerts.

Viruses and worms
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This is an example of one of the 18 unique URLS that Avast has been blocking. The problem seems to be in my svchost.exe file. Below is an example.

URL: http//anythicago.com/4141/CutterGeneration_1426690285252041.dll

Infection: URL: Mal

Process: C:\Windows\System32\svchost.exe

MBAM reports no detections, a Full system scan with Avast finds nothing even though the Avast Software is blocking the culprit, but I do have an FRST log report.

ANY help would be greatly appreciated as I cannot get rid of this nuisance!

Thanks in advance!

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Addition.txt from Farbar is also needed.
https://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=53253.0

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Please see my edited and updated opening post; I’ve included the Addition.txt file as per your request.

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Hi DellvlloN :slight_smile:

As it is night here in Europe, most Experts are sleeping right now.
Be patient, they will help you as soon as possible.

Greetz, Red.

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Sure thing, Rednose! I appreciate the help!

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Could you let me know if this stops it

CAUTION : This fix is only valid for this specific machine, using it on another may break your computer

Open notepad and copy/paste the text in the quotebox below into it:

CreateRestorePoint: HKU\S-1-5-21-491824327-1437850187-83355728-1002\...\Run: [Web Companion] => C:\Program Files (x86)\Lavasoft\Web Companion\Application\WebCompanion.exe --minimize CHR HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Google: Policy restriction <======= ATTENTION ProxyEnable: [.DEFAULT] => Internet Explorer proxy is enabled ProxyServer: [.DEFAULT] => http=127.0.0.1:59403;https=127.0.0.1:59403 2015-05-28 13:49 - 2015-05-28 13:49 - 00000000 ____D () C:\ProgramData\7d89982b000032fd 2015-05-03 15:51 - 2015-05-03 15:52 - 00000000 ____D () C:\Program Files (x86)\noitrodeal 2015-05-28 18:18 - 2015-03-17 23:59 - 00000000 ____D () C:\Program Files (x86)\SaaleoFfere 2015-05-03 15:52 - 2015-03-17 23:59 - 00000000 ____D () C:\ProgramData\2066141496371187449 Task: {45369C10-F1A9-482C-ACEB-96DA07A34DDB} - \ProPCCleaner_Start No Task File <==== ATTENTION Task: {77DD8767-1219-4DE8-BE02-D34ADED87127} - System32\Tasks\BBQLeads => C:\Program Files (x86)\bbqleads\ScheduledTask.exe C:\Program Files (x86)\bbqleads Task: {D8D4365C-8438-49E8-AF9B-578557D1F0CA} - \ProPCCleaner_Popup No Task File <==== ATTENTION Reg: reg delete HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\IPSec\Policy\Local /f Reg: reg add HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\IPSec\Policy\Local /f RemoveProxy: EmptyTemp: CMD: bitsadmin /reset /allusers

Save this as fixlist.txt, in the same location as FRST.exe

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/FRSTfix.JPG

Run FRST and press Fix
On completion a log will be generated please post that

THEN

Please download AdwCleaner by Xplode onto your desktop.

[*]Close all open programs and internet browsers.
[*]Double click on AdwCleaner.exe to run the tool.
[*]Click on Scan.
[*]After the scan is complete click on “Clean”
[*]Confirm each time with Ok.
[*]Your computer will be rebooted automatically. A text file will open after the restart.
[*]Please post the content of that logfile with your next answer.
[*]You can find the logfile at C:\AdwCleaner[S0].txt as well.

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Here is the log file, howerver mine didn’t have the [S0] at the end; it has the [S1]. Looks clean, though. I’ll let you decide! :slight_smile:

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Have the alerts now ceased ?

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They have, indeed! ;D

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Subject to no further problems :slight_smile:

I will remove my tools now and give some recommendations, but, I would like you to run for 24 hours or so and come back if you have any problems

Now the best part of the day ----- Your log now appears clean :thumbsup:

A good workman always cleans up after himself so…The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset System Restore points:

Remove tools

Download and run Delfix
Select the options as shown

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/delfix.JPG

Now that you are clean, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:

Malwarebytes.

Update and run weekly to keep your system clean

Unchecky

Click on the link above to be taken to Unchecky.com
click the very large Download button.
click Save
Click Open folder
Right click on the Unchecky_setup and choose to Run as Administrator
Once open click the Install button.
Then click on Finish
Unchecky is now installed and will help you keep unwanted check boxes unchecked, this is a fire and forget programme :wink:

It is critical to have both a firewall and anti virus to protect your system and to keep them updated.

To learn more about how to protect yourself while on the internet read this little guide Best security practices Keep safe :wave:

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I shall report back to you in 24 hours and utilize the clean up programs as well. Thanks again for all of the help! ;D

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The cleanup went off without a hitch and the computer is working just fine! Thanks so much, EssexBoy for all of your help!! Thanks to RedNose as well!!!

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My pleasure :slight_smile:

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I have the same issue,

Thanks!

Attached are FRST.txt and addition.txt files generated from FRST

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Let me know if this stops it

CAUTION : This fix is only valid for this specific machine, using it on another may break your computer

Open notepad and copy/paste the text in the quotebox below into it:

CreateRestorePoint: EmptyTemp: CMD: bitsadmin /reset /allusers

Save this as fixlist.txt, in the same location as FRST.exe

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/FRSTfix.JPG

Run FRST and press Fix
On completion a log will be generated please post that

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This file fixlog.txt

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Could you confirm the alerts have now ceased

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Alerts are no more.
Thanks a lot !

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Subject to no further problems :slight_smile:

I will remove my tools now and give some recommendations, but, I would like you to run for 24 hours or so and come back if you have any problems

Now the best part of the day ----- Your log now appears clean :thumbsup:

A good workman always cleans up after himself so…The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset System Restore points:

Remove tools

Download and run Delfix
Select the options as shown

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/delfix.JPG

: Keep Java Updated :

WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article

I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software.
In that instance I would recommend that you disable Java in your browsers until you need it for that software and then enable it. (See How to diasble Java in your web browser and How to unplug Java from the browser)

If you do need to keep Java then download JavaRa
Run the programme and select Remove Java Runtime. Uninstall all versions of Java present
Once done then run it again and select Update Java runtime > Download and install Latest version

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73555776/javara.JPG

Now that you are clean, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:

Malwarebytes.

Update and run weekly to keep your system clean

Unchecky

Click on the link above to be taken to Unchecky.com
click the very large Download button.
click Save
Click Open folder
Right click on the Unchecky_setup and choose to Run as Administrator
Once open click the Install button.
Then click on Finish
Unchecky is now installed and will help you keep unwanted check boxes unchecked, this is a fire and forget programme :wink:

It is critical to have both a firewall and anti virus to protect your system and to keep them updated.

To learn more about how to protect yourself while on the internet read this little guide Best security practices Keep safe :wave:

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I am having this problem now looking for help guys anyone can help me?