• When running certain programs, user logs out instead of the program opening. • Programs that usually starts up at system boot up, are not started.
Methods of Infection This worm can spread over shared folders and removable media. All Users: Please use the following instructions for all supported versions of Windows to remove threats and other potential risks: 1.. Update to current for detection and removal.
Run a complete system scan. Modifications made to the system Registry and/or INI files for the purposes of hooking system startup, will be successfully removed if cleaning with the recommended engine and DAT combination (or higher). Please go to the Microsoft Recovery Console and restore a clean MBR. On windows XP: Insert the Windows XP CD into the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer.
When the 'Welcome to Setup' screen appears, press R to start the Recovery Console. Select the Windows installation that is compromised and provide the administrator password Issue 'fixmbr' command to restore the Master Boot Record Follow onscreen instructions Reset and remove the CD from CD-ROM drive. On Windows Vista and 7: Insert the Windows CD into the CD-ROM drive and restart the computer.