Pesky Spyware

From: Gemma (Gemma_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 02/28/05 

Date: Mon, 28 Feb 2005 07:39:02 -0800

I've had a shiny new computer built, had it a week and having troubles
already. I've got installed Norton AntiVirus 2004, Spybot Search and Destroy,
and AdAware. All updated with the latest releases.

I had the W32.Spybot.Worm virus, and Norton seems to have removed most of
it, but the scan on startup occasionally finds it again. In terms of spyware
I've also got DyFuCa Internet Optimiser, n-case and Elitum.Elitebar.

Norton misses them, AdAware only detects Elitum (occasionally) and says it's
removed it and Spybot detects it all but can't remove them. I tried
disabling the system restore and rebooting in safe mode and scanning but
Spybot still can't get rid, and they remain.

I'm getting increasingly frustrated! What do I do? HELP!

Relevant Pages

  • Re: Virus & Spyware
    ... Why weren't these picked up by Norton, Spybot S&D or Adaware? ... It helps to think of anti virus and anti spyware programs like a seatbelt ...
    (microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin)
  • Re: Bloodhound.Exploit.6
    ... after checking now Norton does not find the file at all. ... > If Spybot Search & Destroy is detecting any DSO Exploits, ... > Keep Your Security Software Current With Upgrades, ...
    (microsoft.public.security.virus)
  • Re: How can I test my slow response computer for faults ??
    ... Adaware SE ... Spybot - search and destroy ... "sammy snail" wrote in message ...
    (microsoft.public.windowsxp.help_and_support)
  • Re: Spy Axe and security toolbar
    ... | AdAware and Spybot but neither would fix or detect the problem. ... Norton would ...
    (microsoft.public.windowsxp.help_and_support)
  • Re: Webpage error - http:///?
    ... I would suspect something that adaware cannot find... ... Norton will not find Spyware, ... and spybot can't find it all. ... but some versions of Norton run a "Proxy" ...
    (microsoft.public.windows.inetexplorer.ie6.browser)