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Fake tech support virus

Unread postby Bogusss » June 9th, 2017, 5:58 pm

Hello, I'm writing this from my phone since my PC is almost unusable.
My laptop displays a blue screen shortly after starting it( it works in safe mode but I can not do much since I don't have internet even with networking ). Unfortunately I do not have too much time until this locks my screen so I can not download anything.
I have already uninstalled the 4-5 pieces of software that have been automatically installed on the PC.
I ran a quick scan at some point and found 0 infections.
I started a full scan and managed to find one infection named "shader" but I soon get the blue screen. (Not bsod)
I have zonealarm free antivirus and firewall installed on it if that matters.
All this happens on windows 10 which I am not very familiar with.
I have attached below a photo of the screen.
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Re: Fake tech support virus

Unread postby capnkrunch » June 13th, 2017, 11:19 am

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Re: Fake tech support virus

Unread postby capnkrunch » June 13th, 2017, 11:30 am

Please answer the following questions:
  • Your computer works fine (no blue screens) in safe mode, but does not have internet access in safe mode with network, correct?
  • The photo does not appear to have attached correctly. Can you tell me what, if any, message appears on the blue screen? Please be specific and exact.
  • Do you have access to another computer and a USB thumbdrive? If not, can you transfer files from your phone to your computer while in safe mode?
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Re: Fake tech support virus

Unread postby capnkrunch » June 15th, 2017, 11:32 am

It has been 48 hours since my last post.
  • Do you still need help?
  • Do you need more time?
  • Are you having problems following my instructions?
  • According to Malware Removal's latest policy, topics can be closed after 3 days without a response.
  • If you do not reply within the next 24 hours, this topic will be closed.
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Re: Fake tech support virus

Unread postby pgmigg » June 16th, 2017, 1:11 pm

Due to a lack of response, this topic is now closed.

If you still require help, please open a new thread in the Infected? Virus, malware, adware, ransomware, oh my! forum, include a fresh FRST log, and wait for a new helper.
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