Can't turn on Windows Security Center Service

[adhel8]

I have a problem with my WSCS, when I tried to turn it on, "The windows security center services can't be started" always appearing. I've tried to enable it with "services.msc", but I can't find "security center" like in the image below.

Can somebody help me please? I can't use Windows Update if I'm not turn WSCS on.

*That image is not from my own laptop.

 

[EzioAuditore]

but I can't find "security center" like in the image below.

You mean the service isn't listed under services.msc ?

Anyways, Please download and run this tool.

Download Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from Here

Double Click mbam-setup.exe to install the application.

• Make sure a checkmark is placed next to Update Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware and Launch Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware, then click Finish.
• If an update is found, it will download and install the latest version.
• Once the program has loaded, select "Perform Full Scan", then click Scan.
• The scan may take some time to finish,so please be patient.
• When the scan is complete, click OK, then Show Results to view the results.
• Make sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.
• When disinfection is completed, a log will open in Notepad and you may be prompted to Restart. (See Note)
• The log is automatically saved by MBAM and can be viewed by clicking the Logs tab in MBAM.

Note:
If MBAM encounters a file that is difficult to remove, you will be presented with 1 of 2 prompts.
Click OK to either and let MBAM proceed with the disinfection process.
If asked to restart the computer, please do so immediately.

 

[Nedalalex]

mate,i had the same problem,you should download malwarebytes and hitman pro and run full scans,delete anything that they find and then reboot your machine.hope it helps

 

[adhel8]

but I can't find "security center" like in the image below.

You mean the service isn't listed under services.msc ?

Anyways, Please download and run this tool.

Download Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from Here

Double Click mbam-setup.exe to install the application.

• Make sure a checkmark is placed next to Update Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware and Launch Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware, then click Finish.
• If an update is found, it will download and install the latest version.
• Once the program has loaded, select "Perform Full Scan", then click Scan.
• The scan may take some time to finish,so please be patient.
• When the scan is complete, click OK, then Show Results to view the results.
• Make sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.
• When disinfection is completed, a log will open in Notepad and you may be prompted to Restart. (See Note)
• The log is automatically saved by MBAM and can be viewed by clicking the Logs tab in MBAM.

Note:
If MBAM encounters a file that is difficult to remove, you will be presented with 1 of 2 prompts.
Click OK to either and let MBAM proceed with the disinfection process.
If asked to restart the computer, please do so immediately.

mate,i had the same problem,you should download malwarebytes and hitman pro and run full scans,delete anything that they find and then reboot your machine.hope it helps

Thanks for advices friends, I'll try it soon. Cheers

 

[adhel8]

It's not working guys, I've already run and scan everything, but it still doesn't work, "Service Center" still not listed under services.msc. What should I do now?

 

[Nedalalex]

did u reboot?

 

[Bill2]

Do you have a Security Suite installed like Norton or McAfee? These may disable Windows Security Center to avoid conflicts. Try uninstalling them, if they are uninstalled.

If that doesnt help, run a sfc scan 3-4 times, then check whether security center is restored in services.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1538-sfc-scannow-command-system-file-checker.html

 

[adhel8]

did u reboot?

Yap, already.

Do you have a Security Suite installed like Norton or McAfee? These may disable Windows Security Center to avoid conflicts. Try uninstalling them, if they are uninstalled.

If that doesnt help, run a sfc scan 3-4 times, then check whether security center is restored in services.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1538-sfc-scannow-command-system-file-checker.html

Umm, nope, I use Bitdefender, it has no problem until 2 days ago. Should I do that 3-4 times? Okay, I'll try now.

 

[adhel8]

Still not working guys, still not listed Is there any other way?

 

[Bill2]

Well couple of things you can do. Try uninstalling bitdefender. If that doesnt work, a repair install seems to be the only way out.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/3413-repair-install.html

 

[adhel8]

Well couple of things you can do. Try uninstalling bitdefender. If that doesnt work, a repair install seems to be the only way out.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/3413-repair-install.html

Repair install? If I don't have any backup yet, is that ok?

 

[Bill2]

Well I am of the old school so if you have any user created data or software licenses stored on the windows partition, back it up to an external hdd before launching repair install.

 

[adhel8]

Well I am of the old school so if you have any user created data or software licenses stored on the windows partition, back it up to an external hdd before launching repair install.

Uhm, ok, I guess this is my last choice, thanks folks.

 

[adhel8]

Can somebody help me please?

 

[EzioAuditore]

What was the result of MBAM scan?

 

[adhel8]

What was the result of MBAM scan?

Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.50.1.1100
Malwarebytes

Database version: 5617

Windows 6.1.7600
Internet Explorer 8.0.7600.16385

27/01/2011 20:11:58
mbam-log-2011-01-27 (20-11-58).txt

Scan type: Full scan (C:\|D:\|)
Objects scanned: 313931
Time elapsed: 29 minute(s), 15 second(s)

Memory Processes Infected: 0
Memory Modules Infected: 0
Registry Keys Infected: 2
Registry Values Infected: 0
Registry Data Items Infected: 0
Folders Infected: 0
Files Infected: 15

Memory Processes Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Memory Modules Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Keys Infected:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Enum\Root\LEGACY_MRXCLS (Rootkit.TmpHider) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Enum\Root\LEGACY_MRXNET (Rootkit.TmpHider) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.

Registry Values Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Registry Data Items Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Folders Infected:
(No malicious items detected)

Files Infected:
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\anjing_malingsia.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\Asshole.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\channel_babi.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\****.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\kontol.mrc (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\nama_anjing.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\nama_babi.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\perampok_budaya.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\services.exe (Backdoor.Bot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\Stupid.sys (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\program files\mIRC\IRC Bot\svchost.exe (Backdoor.IRCBot) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\Windows\inf\mdmcpq3.PNF (Rootkit.TmpHider) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\Windows\inf\mdmeric3.PNF (Rootkit.TmpHider) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\Windows\inf\oem6C.PNF (Rootkit.TmpHider) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.
c:\Windows\inf\oem7A.PNF (Rootkit.TmpHider) -> Quarantined and deleted successfully.

That's it. I don't know what must I do.

 

[EzioAuditore]

Oh there is such a mess on your pc. Rootkits and Backdoors are most dangerous forms of malware.

Your computer has multiple infections, including a backdoor. A backdoor gives intruders complete control of your computer, logs your keystrokes, steal personal information, etc.

You are strongly advised to do the following:

• Disconnect the computer from the Internet and from any networked computers until it is cleaned.
• Back up all your important data except programs. The programs can be reinstalled back from the original disc or from the Net.
• Call all your banks, financial institutions, credit card companies and inform them that you may be a victim of identity theft and put a watch on your accounts. If you don't mind the hassle, change all your account numbers.
• From a clean computer, change all your passwords (ISP login password, your email address(es) passwords, financial accounts, PayPal, eBay, Amazon, online groups and forums and any other online activities you carry out which require a username and password).

Do NOT change your passwords from this computer as the attacker will be able to get all the new passwords and transaction records.

Due to its backdoor functionality, your computer is very likely to have been compromised and there is no way that it can be trusted again. Many experts in the security community believe that once infected with this type of Trojan, the best course of action would be to do a reformat and reinstallation of the operating system (OS).
To help you understand more, please take some time to read the following articles:

What are Remote Access Trojans and why are they dangerous
How do I respond to a possible identity theft and how do I prevent it
When should do a reformat and reinstallation of my OS
Where to backup your files
How to backup your files in Windows XP
Restoring your backups



Your computer has multiple infections, including a rootkit. A rootkit is a set of software tools intended for concealing running processes, files or system data from the operating system.

You are strongly advised to do the following:

• Disconnect the computer from the Internet and from any networked computers until it is cleaned.
• Back up all your important data except programs. The programs can be reinstalled back from the original disc or from the Net.
• Call all your banks, financial institutions, credit card companies and inform them that you may be a victim of identity theft and put a watch on your accounts. If you don't mind the hassle, change all your account numbers.
• From a clean computer, change all your passwords (ISP login password, your email address(es) passwords, financial accounts, PayPal, eBay, Amazon, online groups and forums and any other online activities you carry out which require a username and password).

DO NOT change your passwords from this computer as the attacker will be able to get all the new passwords and transaction records.

Due to its rootkit functionality, your computer is very likely to have been compromised and there is no way that it can be trusted again. Many experts in the security community believe that once infected with this type of Trojan, the best course of action would be to do a reformat and reinstallation of the operating system (OS).
To help you understand more, please take some time to read the following articles:

What are rootkits from Wikipedia
Why are rootkits dangerous
How do I respond to a possible identity theft and how do I prevent it
When should do a reformat and reinstallation of my OS
Where to backup your files
How to backup your files in Windows XP
Restoring your backups


It'd be in your best interest to wipe HDD and do a reinstall of the OS. For help regarding this, follow the below link:

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/91339-ssd-hdd-optimize-windows-reinstallation.html

 

[Jacee]

You have what is called Stuxnet .... do as EzioAuditore says and perform a "Clean" installation.

Schneier on Security: The Stuxnet Worm

 

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