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by galehickey

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Have AOL and did have IE for a browser. Am getting an IE screen that pops up "http://www.specialgoods.info"...everything from casino gambling to credit cards...you name it.Switched to Mozilla..same thing. Habve ran HJT, virus/trojan scans,ad-aware...everything. Went into safe mode to do an ad-aware scan and guess what...this "browser" window pops up. Not even connected to the internet. This is not a legitimate pop up. Where do I go to rid this "sleezeware"? Thanks.

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by j.lupo

or in a startup file. Try something like Hijack This. You may end up having to rebuild your machine.

In the TQ & A of TR, this problem has been addressed by people trying to get rid of viruses, malware, trojans, etc.

One of those suggestions will probably meet your needs.

by jdclyde

there have also been several good articles written here that have covered this and will get you going in the right direction.

Or if you don't want that you could just format.

by black panther

Some can be a "nightmare" to get rid of ( as I have personally experienced ).

Some get into your registry as mentioned above and also can "replicate" themselves after you remove them ie the rundll and Cool Web Search

If you click on my view profile then blog I have copied some procedures to try.

https://www.techrepublic.com.com/5247-6257-0.html?id=363666

It can be a matter of doing it over and over again.

Also there are some good forums that specialise in removing spyware which you can try.

use google to search for forums

Also next time post in the Technical Q&A post you will get more feedback!

by zlitocook

Of problems in the past. My son loved the free music, programs and self filling information programs. Like Gator and free pass. Which all come with spyware baggage. I use spybot search and distroy, Adaware personal, A2 squared and the free program from McAffee called Stinger. Stinger is run from a bootable floppy and can remove alot of viruses. I also use CWshredder for the cool web search spyware. And I have a registered version of window washer to clean things out. I have not had any spyware problems for awhile. Although I did have to wipe my system a year ago because of a program that could not be removed. Always backup and keep your system up to date.

by geekchic

If you are using Windows XP/ME, you may need to turn off System Retore and then run your spyware/ad-ware and virus scan. When you turn off System Restore all the old Restore points will be deleted along with any back up copies of viruses or spyware. Don't forget to turn it back on if you want to keep logging restore points.

by whamii

Have you tried using Spybot Search and Destroy? I use both Ad-Aware and spybot Search and Destroy and have not had any trouble with any type of trouble with viruses or anything of the sort. Another good practice is EDUCATION. Teach yourself or anyone who uses your PC not to click on any pop-ups. Also once your correct the problem use Zone Alarm, this will help protect you from those dangerous and annoying pop-ups. All these tools are free and can be acquired from download.com or zdnet.com.

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