Windows ME users, it's time to purge your system RESTORE of all your infected files - GoFuckYourself.com

CDSmith · 08-22-2001, 01:14 PM

In the wake of the insideous sircam worm ("I send you this file in order to have your advice") windows ME users have one last step to clear your computers of all infected files, because if you run your virus scanners (if you have em) you'll still see infected files in your system/RESTORE/ directory. That directory is a feature that automatically backs up files that are corrupted or arbitrarily deleted, and for the purposes of virus-infected files it can be a pain in the royal ass. By now you've no-doubt found out that there is no way to delete those files...or is there?

For those that are at a loss as to how to get rid of those infected files, here's the steps you need to take....

1) copy & paste this instruction to a blank email, then print it out.
2) Close all open programs (including this browser window you have open)
3) Right-click on "my computer" on your desktop, and click "properties"
4) Click "File System"
5) Click the "Troubleshooting" tab
6) Check the box "Disable System Restore", then click OK, and then click "close".
7) Click "yes" to restart. This disables the system restore feature and will purge the contents of the RESTORE folder when the system is restarted.
8) Run a full system scan, making sure that your antivirus is set to scan all files and all drives.
9)After cleaning the infected files, repeat steps 1 through 7, but in step 6 uncheck the "disable system restore" box.

That will do it, your system will be nice and clean and ready for the next bonehead that feels the need to piss off a few million people with his clever little virus crap scripts.

Happy cleaning.
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sasush · 08-22-2001, 02:02 PM

Holy shit, Are you writing a book about Windows Me or something.
anyways i didn't read your whole topic coz i dont have time.

CDSmith · 08-22-2001, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sasush:
Holy shit, Are you writing a book about Windows Me or something.
anyways i didn't read your whole topic coz i dont have time.

Yet sadly, you took the time to post a reply.

things that make you go hmmmm.

Buddy, I'm trying to help a few people, and if my rather simple instructions are too much for you, well..... good luck to ya

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Corpsie · 08-22-2001, 02:13 PM

SirCam virus.

yet another reason to get a *nix based operating system (I think Mac OS X isn't affected by viruses)

TwilitesZone · 08-22-2001, 02:38 PM

Thanks CD...

I appreciate anything that will help Webmasters not waste their precious time trying to figure this stuff out. If you don't mind, I'd like to copy what you wrote and pass it along...

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08-22-2001, 01:14 PM	#1
CDSmith Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: May 2001 Location: My network is hosted at TECHIEMEDIA.net ...Wait, you meant where am I located at? Oh... okay, I'm in Winnipeg, Canada. Oops. :) Posts: 51,460	Windows ME users, it's time to purge your system RESTORE of all your infected files In the wake of the insideous sircam worm ("I send you this file in order to have your advice") windows ME users have one last step to clear your computers of all infected files, because if you run your virus scanners (if you have em) you'll still see infected files in your system/RESTORE/ directory. That directory is a feature that automatically backs up files that are corrupted or arbitrarily deleted, and for the purposes of virus-infected files it can be a pain in the royal ass. By now you've no-doubt found out that there is no way to delete those files...or is there? For those that are at a loss as to how to get rid of those infected files, here's the steps you need to take.... 1) copy & paste this instruction to a blank email, then print it out. 2) Close all open programs (including this browser window you have open) 3) Right-click on "my computer" on your desktop, and click "properties" 4) Click "File System" 5) Click the "Troubleshooting" tab 6) Check the box "Disable System Restore", then click OK, and then click "close". 7) Click "yes" to restart. This disables the system restore feature and will purge the contents of the RESTORE folder when the system is restarted. 8) Run a full system scan, making sure that your antivirus is set to scan all files and all drives. 9)After cleaning the infected files, repeat steps 1 through 7, but in step 6 uncheck the "disable system restore" box. That will do it, your system will be nice and clean and ready for the next bonehead that feels the need to piss off a few million people with his clever little virus crap scripts. Happy cleaning. <font face="Verdana">___________ CD * <a href="http://www.erasercash.com/wm.html?ID=1380291" TARGET="_blank"><font face="Verdana" color="#FFCCCC">ERASERCASH!</font></a> Earn $35 per sale + webmaster referrals 4 LEVELS DEEP</font> * <a href="http://www.topbucks.com/affiliate/clickthru.cgi?id=1448" TARGET="_blank"><font color="#FFFFDD"> $40/signup, $50/recur, 65% partnerships</font></a> + free content, free daily galleries! * <a href="http://www.stiffycash.com/?referer=cdsmith" TARGET="_blank"><font color="#FFCCFF">Make $35 per $1.95 Trial!!</font></a> +Free content! Is that a stiffy or a wad of 50's?

08-22-2001, 02:02 PM	#2
sasush So Fucking Banned Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,026	Holy shit, Are you writing a book about Windows Me or something. anyways i didn't read your whole topic coz i dont have time.

08-22-2001, 02:13 PM	#4
Corpsie Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: detroit, mi, usa Posts: 474	SirCam virus. yet another reason to get a *nix based operating system (I think Mac OS X isn't affected by viruses)

08-22-2001, 02:38 PM	#5
TwilitesZone Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Vegas Posts: 96	Thanks CD... I appreciate anything that will help Webmasters not waste their precious time trying to figure this stuff out. If you don't mind, I'd like to copy what you wrote and pass it along... Twilite ------------------ Innovations - The Next Generation Stop Hiding... Submit your Galleries Here! *** Get Noticed! *****A Search Engine Submission Site. May The Force Be With You!