Hi Suedi52,
Some important final steps:
Please now delete
rsit.exe and any remaining logs from your Desktop, also delete this folder:
C:\rsit
Create a new, clean System Restore point which you can use in case of future system problems:Press
Start->All Programs->Accessories->System Tools->System RestoreSelect
Create a restore point, then
Next, type a name like
All Clean then press the
Create button and once it's done press
CloseNow remove old, infected System Restore points:Next click
Start->Run and type
cleanmgr in the box and press OK
Ensure the boxes for
Recycle Bin,
Temporary Files and
Temporary Internet Files are checked, you can choose to check other boxes if you wish but they are not required.
Select the
More Options tab, under
System Restore press
Clean up... and say
Yes to the prompt
Press
OK and
Yes to confirm
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If the above went well I think your machine is clean of malware
If you are still experiencing the lockup problem, I would say it's likely to be non-malware related. Therefore, I suggest you try posting at a general troubleshooting forum like
WhatTheTech or
PC Pitstop.
Here are some tips to help you keep your computer clean:
Operating system vulnerabilities can easily be exploited by malware so please ensure your operating system is automatically kept up to date by using Windows Update:
Go to
Start->Control Panel->Automatic UpdatesSelect
Automatic and select a suitable schedule
Also, check that your antivirus and antispyware programs are set to automatically update daily.
You have a good antivirus program installed, however I recommend you install antispyware software with real-time capabilities - this means it protects you from system changes and spyware while you are working, not just removing malware after it has been installed. There are a range of paid-for and free packages available, a free one I can recommend is
Windows Defender, available here:
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/securit ... fault.mspxI recommend you install a custom hosts file such as MVPS HOSTS. This custom hosts file effectively blocks a wide range of unwanted ads, banners, 3rd party Cookies, 3rd party page counters, web bugs, and many hijackers.
For information on how to download and install, please read this tutorial by
WinHelp2002Note: Be sure to follow the instructions to disable the
DNS Client service
before installing a custom hosts file.
Also:
subscribe to the mailing list to get update notifications.
Please take care when downloading programs. One of the easiest ways to be infected is to download freeware/shareware programs which come laden with malware - this includes allowing websites to install browser plug-ins or ActiveX controls. Before downloading, it is crucial to check whether the source is reputable.
One way to check is to use
McAfee SiteAdvisor. Copy the domain name into the space provided and SiteAdvisor will give you a report on the website which can help you decide if it is safe. They also have a toolbar for IE and Firefox which adds this functionality to your browser.
Download and install the free version of WinPatrol. This program protects your computer in a variety of ways and will work well with your existing security software. Have a look at
this tutorial to help you get started with the program.
Find out more about how to prevent infection in the futurehttp://forum.malwareremoval.com/viewtopic.php?p=33687Please post back to let me know that you have read this, and if there are any further issues.