Re: explorer.exe..???

From: RobLee (RobLee_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 06/28/05 

Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2005 16:35:01 -0700

i just downloaded spybot and ad-aware will these not find it?. also is
hijackthis free, and is it better do scan in safe mode?

"siljaline" wrote:

> "RobLee" wrote:
> > hi all
> > i just noticed in my task manager explorer.exe is using 21,660k of memory.
> > is there any chance it is connecting to the internet for some reason, i read
> > that this process can be a virus in disguise. is there any way i can check
> > exactly what this is doing? thank you.
>
> Not normal.
> Run HijackThis > http://aumha.org/downloads/hijackthis.zip
> Copy unzipped file to a dedicated Programs Files Directory, like this:
> 'C:\Program Files\HijackThis'
> Right click on the executable file and select "send to" > "desktop create shortcut"
> Read this tutorial >
> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=42
> Once done >
> Register here;
> http://aumha.net/profile.php?mode=register
> Once you have received a confirmed your confirmation email, post your
> HijackThis log here; http://aumha.net/viewforum.php?f=30
>
> Good luck.
>
> Silj
>
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>
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