Hello agarcia38,
These IE plug-ins are considered adware.
O16 - DPF: {CFCB7308-782F-11D4-BE27-000102598CE4} (NPX Control) - http://xnprotect.hscdn.com/nProtect/npx.cab
O16 - DPF: {D6FCA8ED-4715-43DE-9BD2-2789778A5B09} (NPKCX Control) - http://update.nprotect.net/keycrypt/Twe ... /npkcx.cabIt looks like you use them with 12Sky. I imagine they are harmless ad-supported plugins for Internet Explorer. I wanted to inform you nonetheless. If you want to remove them you can fix those lines with HijackThis and they will be deleted, of course you will lose their functionality if you do. They will be downloaded again if you need them.
If you choose to fix them...
Start HijackThis and select
Do a system scan only Place a check next to the lines listed above and
Close all windows except for HijackThis Click
Fix checked:
Close HijackThis
OTL CleanupPlease run
OTL which should still be on your desktop
In the upper right click
CleanUpThis will delete OTL and will clean up after it.
Create a new System Restore point and clear old onesPlease clear old restore points in order to avoid reintroducing malware from a restore point in the future.
Create a new restore point- Navigate to Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools and click System Restore
- On the right side of the welcome window, select (tick) Create a restore point, then click Next
- Under Restore point desciption, name the restore point (I suggest post-malware removal or something similar)
- Click Create, then click Close
Delete old restore points- Click Start, click Run..., type cleanmgr and press Enter
- Select the drive XP is installed on (usually C: ) and click OK
- Once the Disk Cleanup dialog opens, click the More Options tab
- Under System Restore click Clean up...
- You will be asked if you are sure you want to clean all restore points but the most recent one, click Yes
- Close the Disk Cleanup dialog to finish.
Note: Do the above
once. Restore points should
not be routinely deleted.
Implementing the following suggestions will greatly reduce your chances of malware problems in the future.Update WindowsIt is important to keep Windows updated to close vulnerabilities in the operating system as they are discovered.I encourage you to use Automatic Updates. Information can be found at
How to configure and use Automatic Updates in Windows XPOtherwise, I suggest that you occasionally visit Windows Update and install all important updates. Please visit Windows Update as soon as possible as described below.
Close all windows and temporarily disable your anti-virus (usually through a tray icon)
Click Start, navigate to All Programs and click Windows Update
OR:Click Start, Click Run..., type "wupdmgr.exe" without the quotes and click OK
Once the page loads follow instructions to install all critical updates. You will need to repeat this process until fully updated.
Keep installed programs up to dateAnti-virusMost important is keeping your anti-virus software up to date. An out of date anti-virus is not much better than no anti-virus. If your anti-virus is not set to update automatically (preferred), it is imperative that you occasionally update it manually. You usually can accomplish this through a tray icon.
Update Other Vulnerable SoftwareMalware writers are increasingly targeting vulnerabilities in commonly used applications. There are several online sites which will scan your computer for outdated software. I've listed two below. I recommend occasionally visiting and scanning your computer to detect vulnerable software that should be updated.
F-Secure Health CheckSecunia Online Software InspectorBest Practices for Email and Downloaded Files.- Do not read emails from unknown sources.
- Make it a habit to never open email attachments from anyone, including people you know, unless you absolutely have to. If you need to open an attachment, scan it with your anti-virus before you open it.
- Do not use Peer to Peer software to "share" media and software. You will get more than you expected and the "bonus" will not be something you want and will bring you back seeking help.
- Do not use keygens or hacked software. First, it is stealing. Second, it is almost always infected with something. If you cannot afford to buy something, there is likely a free alternative that will be a good substitute. Search around and seek out advice from a trusted forum. Most will be glad to tell you of their favorite free program that performs the job you want done.
Additional Protection ProgramsThe program listed below is excellent for improving your computer's security.
WinPatrol by Bill Pytlovany - "WinPatrol is a multi-purpose utility designed to increase performance and protect against unwanted changes." Information on it's many features can be found
hereI encourage you to check out Tony Klein's article
"How did I get infected in the first place?"and miekiemoes' article
"How to prevent Malware:"If you have any questions about these suggestions, I would be happy to answer them.
Regards,
shinybeast
I'd be grateful if you could reply to this post so that I know you have read it and, if you've no other questions, the thread can be closed.