System Security

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I have been reading and trying help already posted. Nothing is working and my computer is continually freezing up and closing, I can not download anything, nor am I able to run any programs. A window appears prior to my Internet explorer closing which is "403 Forbidden". When I try to close it, it closes internet explorer as well. Very Frustrating! Also when I run my computer in safe mode I am unable to access the internet. HELP!!!!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!

Please run another Malwarebytes quick scan for me and post the log back here.

Most recent scan FYI.........Thanks
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.38
Database version: 2352
Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 3

7/3/2009 6:20:10 PM
mbam-log-2009-07-03 (18-20-04).txt

Scan type: Quick Scan
Objects scanned: 107549
Time elapsed: 10 minute(s), 34 second(s)

Memory Processes Infected: 0
Memory Modules Infected: 0
Registry Keys Infected: 0
Registry Values Infected: 0
Registry Data Items Infected: 1
Folders Infected: 0
Files Infected: 0

Memory Processes Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Memory Modules Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Keys Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Values Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Data Items Infected:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\regfile\shell\open\command\(default) (Broken.OpenCommand) -> Bad: (NOTEPAD.EXE %1) Good: (regedit.exe "%1") -> No action taken.

Folders Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Files Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

It seems to be running OK. It just takes forever to boot up. I appreciate your patience and help!!!!!

Glad we could help

Below I have included a number of recommendations for how to protect your computer in order to prevent future malware infections. Please take these recommendations seriously; these few simple steps can stave off the vast majority of spyware problems. As happy as we are to help you, for your sake we would rather not have repeat customers.

1) Please navigate to [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] and download all the "critical updates" for Windows. This can patch many of the security holes through which attackers can gain access to your computer.

Please either enable Automatic Updates under Start -> Control Panel -> Automatic Updates , or get into the habit of checking for Windows updates regularly. I cannot stress enough how important this is.

2) In order to protect yourself against spyware, you should consider installing and running the following free programs:

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A tutorial on using Ad-Aware to remove spyware from your computer may be found [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.].

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A tutorial on using Spybot to remove spyware from your computer may be found [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]. Please also remember to enable Spybot's "Immunize" and "TeaTimer" features.

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A tutorial on using SpywareBlaster to prevent spyware from ever installing on your computer may be found [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.].

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A tutorial on using SpywareGuard for realtime protection against spyware and hijackers may be found [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.].

Make sure to keep these programs up-to-date and to run them regularly, as this can prevent a great deal of spyware hassle.

3) Please consider using an alternate browser. Mozilla's Firefox browser is fantastic; it is much more secure than Internet Explorer, immune to almost all known browser hijackers, and also has the best built-in popup blocker (as an added benefit!) that I have ever seen. If you are interested, Firefox may be downloaded from here:
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I also recommand the following add-ons for Firefox, they will help keep you safe from malicious scripts or activeX exploits.
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4) Also make sure to run your antivirus software regularly, and to keep it up-to-date.

To help you keep your software updated, please considering using this free software program that will check for program updates.
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5) Finally, consider maintaining a firewall. Some good free firewalls are [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.], or
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Hopefully this should take care of your problems! Good luck.