***WARNING*** Awful PC Virus During Mediafire Download

[docinwestchester]

While dl'ing the excellent sounding North Sea Jazz "fake flac" files, I picked up a really nasty virus on my PC. None of my applications, including internet, are useable. Has something to do with "Antivir Solution Pro" which I'm told I have to purchase every time I try to run an application. I can't even use System Restore because that .exe file is corrupted.

Not happy here.

I may have picked this up from one of the numerous pop-ups that accompany each mediafire download. The music files themselves are fine. Admittedly, I have pretty poor virus protection on my PC.

So be careful. I'm off to my computer fix-it guy tomorrow but it doesn't look good. SHIT!

[EarlManchester]

...Has something to do with "Antivir Solution Pro" which I'm told I have to purchase every time I try to run an application.

After a little googling, I suspect that "Antivir Solution Pro" is the problem, not the solution.

[docinwestchester]

...Has something to do with "Antivir Solution Pro" which I'm told I have to purchase every time I try to run an application.

After a little googling, I suspect that "Antivir Solution Pro" is the problem, not the solution.

Clearly. I called their 800 number, but guess what? Not in service.

What a scam! I'd buy the damn thing if it frees up my applications, but I'm not sure that'll do it. It can't get much worse, I suppose. What do you think?

[EarlManchester]

Clearly. I called their 800 number, but guess what? Not in service.

What a scam! I'd buy the damn thing if it frees up my applications, but I'm not sure that'll do it. It can't get much worse, I suppose. What do you think?

Don't buy it. It's the virus.

[docinwestchester]

Clearly. I called their 800 number, but guess what? Not in service.

What a scam! I'd buy the damn thing if it frees up my applications, but I'm not sure that'll do it. It can't get much worse, I suppose. What do you think?

Don't buy it. It's the virus.

I didn't.

I rebooted in safe mode with networking and was able to download what appears to be a legitimate program to remove this f*ing problem. Right now I'm doing a full scan with PC Tools "Spyware Doctor". It's gonna take a while, but I'm hoping this program works as advertised.

This was useful:
http://www.2-spyware.com/remove-antivir ... n-pro.html

[docinwestchester]

Problem solved w/out any software: Restart in safe mode, then use System Restore. Done deal.

[charliestumpy]

Glad you got a solution to that nasty vile net-thang. Happened to my daughter on her 'protected' lappie 2 weeks ago-ish - nice lappie helpline guy talked her through a solution over her 'phone (she got 'it' when downloading streaming films ...).

Will remember hopefully your 'safe mode-restore' tip ...

I confess I never download streaming stuff or even torrenty-things anymore ...

[sweetest punch]

I have invested in a anti-virus programme. My Norton anti-virus programme recognised it and blocked it.

[sulky lad]

My PC became so slow whilst downloading "Blame It on Cain" that I stopped it. I can see there may still be residual problems, could anyone kindly put it on dime please ? Like doc, I've tended to use minimal PC protection after 2 bad Norton experiences so I'm reluctant to try and download from mediafire again

[bronxapostle]

i paid those assholes NORTON for five years for the anti virus they offer always renewing for $45 additional yearly the initial program i had purchased. until the day i got a bad virus and those morons could NOT assist!!! they tried to charge me $100 to help which was the only thing they did correctly...CHARGING ME!!! when they could not resolve, i found out from my local cable company that they also offer the protection for FREE that i was paying norton yearly to keep me protected. and they are much more helpfiul AND knowledgable when i do have small problems. yes, sad to say, it always seems these music downloads are the cause. we should go back to trading in the mail everyone!!!

[docinwestchester]

i paid those assholes NORTON for five years for the anti virus they offer always renewing for $45 additional yearly the initial program i had purchased. until the day i got a bad virus and those morons could NOT assist!!! they tried to charge me $100 to help which was the only thing they did correctly...CHARGING ME!!! when they could not resolve, i found out from my local cable company that they also offer the protection for FREE that i was paying norton yearly to keep me protected. and they are much more helpfiul AND knowledgable when i do have small problems. yes, sad to say, it always seems these music downloads are the cause. we should go back to trading in the mail everyone!!!

File sharing is clearly a double edged sword. I love the access to so much great music, especially with torrents, but there is definitely a risk to your computer and your sanity when something like this happens.

I'm done with Mediafire. Dime has been great and I'll continue to use it.

[sulky lad]

docinwestchester said

I'm done with Mediafire. Dime has been great and I'll continue to use it.

And that goes for me too - I've probably offended more people on dime unintentionally with bad stereos etc but nonetheless, it's meant access to so much wonderful live music and saved me a small fortune in postage sending copies of my recordings out and getting wonderful recordings back. I also haven't lost contact with many of the traders I used to swop with because we're all members of the dime community and I've made more new friends and contacts too !

[docinwestchester]

docinwestchester said

I'm done with Mediafire. Dime has been great and I'll continue to use it.

And that goes for me too - I've probably offended more people on dime unintentionally with bad stereos etc but nonetheless, it's meant access to so much wonderful live music and saved me a small fortune in postage sending copies of my recordings out and getting wonderful recordings back. I also haven't lost contact with many of the traders I used to swop with because we're all members of the dime community and I've made more new friends and contacts too !

BTW - When will you get to upload your excellent Cardiff show in stereo? There shouldn't be a problem with Dime, as long as you document the reason in your torrent description. I really want to hear B&W World in both ears!

[bronxapostle]

i want to hear BLACK & WHITE WORLD too....

[charliestumpy]

I shouldn't say this, BUT:

For years, I have wasted much time sorting out Norton-McAfee problems on friends' PCs ...

It seems as if Kaspersky or whatever seems cheapest/most reliable of the commercial products.

I advise (if you must use web/other peoples' discs...)

a) avoid porn/films/streaming/some FLAC etc sharing ...
b) use daily updated-run updated FREE supplied e.g. MSE-Firewall ... (or equivalent on Mac-Linux OS ...).

[sulky lad]

I'm working nights today and tomorrow but have Monday off so I promise I'll do the honourable thing and upload the stereo Cardiff show - really sorry about the balls up !