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How would you remove Search Engine Hijacker
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I'm trying to remove search engine hijacker from my brothers computer.He says he has run Malwarebytes, SpyBot Search and Destroy and has an up to date scan using McAfee Suite.
Last edited: Dec 14, 2009
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sounds like the tdl3 rootkit, run hitman pro 3.5, if not read a tutorial on how to run combofix, that will sort it
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Be cautious running combofix, you can mess up the computer if you aren't careful.
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Also check the hosts file to make sure that there is no hard-coded ip-redirects
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Other apps to try if you don't have success with nailzuk's suggestions:
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Thanks for the information.
Last edited: Dec 15, 2009
Windows 10 Pro Intel i5 I'm old and lost a few chips Yup PC/Desktop Self Built Windows 10 Pro Intel i5 I have a fatherboard I'm old and lost a few chips Yup Yup Samsung 32" UHD 3840 x 2160 Samsung 860 EVO drives 450 Watt and some fans that blow Small tower Yes I am cool. lol Who needs a keyboard? Logitech Laser G7 wireless Zippy fast UP and DOWN I got a shot The new Improved EDGE 2020
