Re: Internet Options shutdown from Explorer

From: Torgeir Bakken (MVP) (Torgeir.Bakken-spam_at_hydro.com)
Date: 01/25/04 

Date: Sun, 25 Jan 2004 23:35:22 +0100

Sandra wrote:

> Suddenly I cannot get to Internet Options from Explorer
> (They are still available via the control panel) The
> message comes up "This operation has been cancelled due
> to restrictions in effect on this computer. Please
> contact you system administrator." I am the main
> administrator. I can get to this option if I log into the
> only other admin account on this machine. I am running xp
> pro. How can I get this back?

Hi

Most likely the work a worm or similar (it could be from some spyware or
parasite as well).

Copy and paste the URL address lines into your IE address bar:

http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

and import the registry files under the following lines:

225. Restore Folder Options/Internet Options
268. Restore All Tabs under Internet Options

More about this registry values here:

Internet Explorer Toolbar Restrictions
http://www.winguides.com/registry/display.php/1111/

To try to find what has caused this:

Run a cleanup tool, e.g. Stinger.exe from McAfee, it removes 30+
virus/worms in one sweep.

McAfee AVERT Stinger
http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/

For the Spyware and Parasites part, you will need to run other tools:

Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm

The Parasite Fight
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm 

--
torgeir
Microsoft MVP Scripting and WMI, Porsgrunn Norway
Administration scripting examples and an ONLINE version of the 1328 page
Scripting Guide: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/scriptcenter

Relevant Pages

  • Re: Registry Editor is Disabled by Administrator
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    (microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin)
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