Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

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We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
nothing else seems to remove it,
maybe we need to reload Windows?

Thanks.
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

rod wrote:
> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
> nothing else seems to remove it,
> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>
> Thanks.
>
>
>


Reloading Windows with a clean install is the for sure way. Or you can
spend hours fighting with it and not knowing if there is anything else
that the apps you've used haven't detected.

Alias
 
RE: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?



"rod" wrote:

> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
> nothing else seems to remove it,
> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>
> Thanks.



If the Restore Point not infected then you can.
Try and then run a scan and see if it all clear or still lurking and
infecting your restore points too.
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

Unexplained computer behavior may be caused by deceptive software
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/827315

Run a /thorough/ check for hijackware, including posting your hijackthis log
to an appropriate forum.

Checking for/Help with Hijackware
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?t=5878
http://wiki.castlecops.com/Malware_Removal_and_Prevention:_Introduction
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/data/prevention.htm
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/tshoot.html
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Malware_Defence.htm
http://defendingyourmachine2.blogspot.com/
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware

When all else fails, HijackThis v2.0.2
(http://aumha.org/downloads/hijackthis.exe) is the preferred tool to use (in
conjuction with some other utilities). HijackThis will NOT fix anything on
its own, but it will help you to both identify and remove any
hijackware/spyware with assistance from an expert. **Post your log to
http://aumha.net/viewforum.php?f=30,
http://forums.spybot.info/forumdisplay.php?f=22,
http://spywarehammer.com/simplemachinesforum/index.php?board=10.0, or other
appropriate forums for review by an expert in such matters, not here.**

If the procedures look too complex - and there is no shame in admitting this
isn't your cup of tea - take the machine to a local, reputable and
independent (i.e., not BigBoxStoreUSA or Geek Squad) computer repair shop.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
DTS-L http://dts-l.net/

rod wrote:
> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
> nothing else seems to remove it,
> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>
> Thanks.
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?



"David H. Lipman" wrote:

> From: "nass" <nass@discussions.microsoft.com>
>
>
> | If the Restore Point not infected then you can.
> | Try and then run a scan and see if it all clear or still lurking and
> | infecting your restore points too.
>
> Actually many forms of malware corrupt or disable the System restore cache.
>
>
> --
> Dave
> http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
> Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp


True, but some milke you out (??) first then start to be destructive and try
to hide and erase their footprint!
HTH,
nass
---
http://www.nasstec.co.uk
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?



"David H. Lipman" wrote:

> I don't understand :-(
>
> --
> Dave
> http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
> Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp


Meaning some viruses will not start to be destructive from the start of its
being loaded and excuted on the User machine.
Ex..Password stealers, Pop-Up/marketing Trojans (fake alert)/StartUp page,
Trojan dropper..etc
These viruses patterns not destructive at first, but rather resident program
sending data (Commands/Data packets) from and to the user machine to the
intruder server !!!
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

From: "nass" <nass@discussions.microsoft.com>


| Meaning some viruses will not start to be destructive from the start of its
| being loaded and excuted on the User machine.
| Ex..Password stealers, Pop-Up/marketing Trojans (fake alert)/StartUp page,
| Trojan dropper..etc
| These viruses patterns not destructive at first, but rather resident program
| sending data (Commands/Data packets) from and to the user machine to the
| intruder server !!!

Yes, these types of malware do NOT want to give themselves away. They want to keep
performing their respective payload as long as possible.

However, how doe that tie-in with the system restore Cache ?

--
Dave
http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?



"David H. Lipman" wrote:

> From: "nass" <nass@discussions.microsoft.com>
>
>
> | Meaning some viruses will not start to be destructive from the start of its
> | being loaded and excuted on the User machine.
> | Ex..Password stealers, Pop-Up/marketing Trojans (fake alert)/StartUp page,
> | Trojan dropper..etc
> | These viruses patterns not destructive at first, but rather resident program
> | sending data (Commands/Data packets) from and to the user machine to the
> | intruder server !!!
>
> Yes, these types of malware do NOT want to give themselves away. They want to keep
> performing their respective payload as long as possible.
>
> However, how doe that tie-in with the system restore Cache ?
>
> --
> Dave
> http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
> Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp


Back to the Old game Cat and Mouse Dave LOL
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

Use my Remove-it software, it will remove that malware from your system.
Choose yes for all options when prompted. Download it here
http://pcbutts1.com/downloads/tools/tools.htm



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Ignore any posts made by the Stalker Leythos, he's still in love with me.
He started stalking me after I spurned his advances towards me.
He said he would stop Stalking me If I stopped mentioning his name.
As you can see that does not work. He is a sick obsessive STALKER.





"rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au> wrote in message
news:%23JM2Kf%23FJHA.616@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
> nothing else seems to remove it,
> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>
> Thanks.
>
>
>
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

Thank you to everybody who replied.
I appreciate your help very much.
Rod.


"rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au> wrote in message
news:%23JM2Kf%23FJHA.616@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
> nothing else seems to remove it,
> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>
> Thanks.
>
>
>
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?



Just a FYI

I tried numerous times for system restore, employing differing dates,
the process went thorough to reboot, then a pop up screen
arrived saying it could not restore and that nothing had changed.
I guess the trojan is responsible.


"rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au> wrote in message
news:%23JM2Kf%23FJHA.616@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
> nothing else seems to remove it,
> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>
> Thanks.
>
>
>
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

In article <OyXzk.362$eb4.8@flpi147.ffdc.sbc.com>, toidi@tpap.com
says...
> Use my Remove-it software, it will remove that malware from your system.
> Choose yes for all options when prompted. Download it here
> http://pcbutts1.com/downloads/tools/pirate.htm
>
>
> Ignore any posts made by the Stalker Leythos, he's still in love with me.
> He started stalking me after I spurned his advances towards me.
> He said he would stop Stalking me If I stopped mentioning his name.
> As you can see that does not work. He is a sick obsessive STALKER.
>


Do you really want to trust someone that was banned from posting
directly to Microsoft Usenet servers, someone that has posted links to
pornographic materials on HIS WEBSITE, who's website is in the MVP HOST
Block list, and who provides a tool for your use that will block access
to reputable anti-malware sites without telling you he's doing it?

And do you really want to trust someone that has had to change their
posting identity after being busted by MS as a fake MVP?

Stalking, even in usenet is a crime, there are enough pages from your
filthy site to prove you're stalking me in your posts, I have them
documented and certified authentic - it's your call now Stalker.

--
Leythos - spam999free@rrohio.com (remove 999 to email me)
Public Service Warning: Learn about PCButts before you trust:
http://www.velocityreviews.com/forums/t513604-author-of-removeit.html
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=pcbutts1+thief
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

rod wrote:
> Just a FYI
>
> I tried numerous times for system restore, employing differing dates,
> the process went thorough to reboot, then a pop up screen
> arrived saying it could not restore and that nothing had changed.
> I guess the trojan is responsible.


By now you could have reinstalled XP. That's what I would do.

Alias
>
>
> "rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au> wrote in message
> news:%23JM2Kf%23FJHA.616@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
>> nothing else seems to remove it,
>> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>>
>> Thanks.
>>
>>
>>

>
>
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

Ignore this MVP imposter!

For some background on this well-known thief, see David Lippman's posts in
this thread:
http://groups.google.com/group/micr..._frm/thread/5172ca5571f3e54f/656904085932c872

Specifically
http://groups.google.com/group/microsoft.public.security.homeusers/msg/213247814fb4d61e
and
http://groups.google.com/group/microsoft.public.security.homeusers/msg/e19fce884897662f
--
~Robear Dyer
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience
https://mvp.support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/profile/robear.dyer


The Real Truth MVP wrote:
> Use my Remove-it software, it will remove that malware from your system.
> Choose yes for all options when prompted. Download it here
> MUNGE://pcbutts1.com/downloads/tools/tools.htm
>
>
>
>
> "rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au> wrote in message
> news:%23JM2Kf%23FJHA.616@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> We have that infernal Zlob trojan,
>> nothing else seems to remove it,
>> maybe we need to reload Windows?
>>
>> Thanks.
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

From: "rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au>



| Just a FYI

| I tried numerous times for system restore, employing differing dates,
| the process went thorough to reboot, then a pop up screen
| arrived saying it could not restore and that nothing had changed.
| I guess the trojan is responsible.

No. It is not the Trojan's fault.

If you *must* do a system restore, I suggest performing it in Safe Mode.
Doing it in Safe Mode has a greater chance that it will succeed.

--
Dave
http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

Yes, you are of course, correct,
alas! I am human...and hope springs eternal (wry grin)


"Alias"
> By now you could have reinstalled XP. That's what I would do.
>
> Alias
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?

Thank you David,
I hadn't considered that,
I give it a go.

Its either that or reload windows,
I deleted something along the way (maybe Vista drive.exe)
and I have lost my quick launch bar icons.


"David H. Lipman" <DLipman~nospam~@Verizon.Net> wrote in message
news:u6ZNA%23FGJHA.4480@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> From: "rod" <pookiethai@NOSPAMiprimus.com.au>
>
>
>
> | Just a FYI
>
> | I tried numerous times for system restore, employing differing dates,
> | the process went thorough to reboot, then a pop up screen
> | arrived saying it could not restore and that nothing had changed.
> | I guess the trojan is responsible.
>
> No. It is not the Trojan's fault.
>
> If you *must* do a system restore, I suggest performing it in Safe Mode.
> Doing it in Safe Mode has a greater chance that it will succeed.
>
> --
> Dave
> http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
> Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp
>
>
 
Re: Can Zlob be removed by using a restore point?


Restore failed in safe mode on 4 dates.
It would run through to reboot, as soon a I typed
in the administrators password, the fail pop up screen arrived.

I found the quick launch bar.


>> If you *must* do a system restore, I suggest performing it in Safe Mode.
>> Doing it in Safe Mode has a greater chance that it will succeed.
>> Dave
>> http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html
>> Multi-AV - http://www.pctipp.ch/downloads/dl/35905.asp
 
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