Re: Invalid Syntax Error for some pages

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Hi Jan, sorry - I meant my log file is at
www.danielorth.com/hijackthis.log.txt. Sorry about that. Thank you for
your time and effort with helping me - I really appreciate it.
-Dan


"Dan" <danorth@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:O4FXjEUUFHA.2172@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Jan,
> I actually didn't post it in a forum but ran it through the analyzer at
> http://www.hijackthis.de/index.php?langselect=english. It showed nothing
> out of the ordinary but if you care to look at it, it is also posted at
> www.danielorth.com/hijackthis.log. I did delete all the TIFs as well and
> the problem is still there. Thank you for your help!
> -Dan
>
>
> "Jan Il" <abuse@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:ul6AWeRUFHA.3544@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Hi Dan :-)
>>
>> In which forum did you post your HiJackThis log? Could you please post a
>> link to the forum where you posted it? Also, try this and see if it
>> helps:
>>
>> Safely Delete the Temporary Internet Files
>> http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/delcache.htm
>>
>> Hope this helps :-)
>>
>> Jan :)
>> MS MVP - IE/OE
>> Smiles are meant to be shared,
>> that's why they're so contagious.
>>
>> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
>> readers.
>> How to make a good newsgroup post:
>> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>>
>>
>>> Hi Jan,
>>> I appreciate your help a bunch! Unfortunately I did everything that you
>>> suggested (except the online scans - those webpages wouldn't show up - I
>>> just got the Invalid syntax error) but the problem still persists. Is
>>> there anything else I might try? Could this be caused by something
>>> other than malicious ware? I also am realizing that Window XP SP2's
>>> built in firewall was asking me to unblock alot of programs I use
>>> everyday for the first time today. It was almost like Trend Micro's
>>> firewall was not working. Also, I notice that in Outlook 2003 all of my
>>> html emails that contain graphics that normally just show up on there
>>> own were not being displayed unless I specifically clicked "download
>>> images." Thanks again for your help!
>>> -Dan
>>>
>>>
>>> "Jan Il" <abuse@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>>> news:eneQ2wPUFHA.612@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>>> Hi Dan :-)
>>>>
>>>> You may have a hijacker and/or malware on your system. In addition to
>>>> updating and running your AV, download, install and run the programs
>>>> below in Safe Mode with Hidden Files enabled. This will remove the
>>>> nasty you have and any others it may have let in the back door. Some
>>>> malware can replicate itself repeatedly if not removed properly, so run
>>>> them again according to the information below so that Windows is not
>>>> operating to hide any files 'in use' Follow all instructions
>>>> carefully:
>>>>
>>>> First, Clear the TIF's and empty the recycle bin:
>>>> http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/delcache.htm
>>>>
>>>> Also.empty your Recycle bin.
>>>>
>>>> Then do the following:
>>>>
>>>> WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any
>>>> spyware!!
>>>>
>>>> How to properly scan for scumware (read first, if possible)
>>>> http://aumha.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5878
>>>>
>>>> Download and install BHODemon from
>>>> http://www.definitivesolutions.com/bhodemon.htm
>>>> Your problem may be caused by a bad BHO.
>>>>
>>>> Most importantly, download install and run CWShredder here
>>>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
>>>> and About Buster, which searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the
>>>> malware.
>>>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
>>>> Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic
>>>> cleaning:
>>>> On-Line Check
>>>> http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
>>>> and
>>>> Quick-Fix Protocol.
>>>> http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
>>>> Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".
>>>>
>>>> Then download, install and immediately update these three programs
>>>> before
>>>> running:
>>>> AdAware SE - Update immediately after installing
>>>> http://www.download.com/3000-2144-10045910.html?part=69274&subj=dlpage&tag=button
>>>> AdAware Tutorial -
>>>> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=48
>>>> SpyBot S &D - Update immediately after installing
>>>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download2471.html
>>>> SpyBot S&D Tutorial -
>>>> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/index.php?showtutorial=43
>>>> Microsoft Windows Antispyware Program (Beta)
>>>> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
>>>>
>>>> Also download, install and run CWShredder:
>>>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/downloadget.php?id=3019&file=11&evp=9e0433de9f8fd8e137fd6b3ff02edc90
>>>>
>>>> Next, do an Online scan here (if possible) -
>>>> http://www.pandasoftware.com/activescan/com/activescan_principal.htm
>>>> Make sure that you choose "fix" or "clean".
>>>>
>>>> Download PocketKkillbox from
>>>> http://www.thespykiller.co.uk/files/killbox.exe
>>>> and put it on the desktop where you can find it easily
>>>>
>>>> Download, install, and run HiJackThis - it is one of the most important
>>>> tools to help clean your system of scumware. Follow the instructions
>>>> carefully:
>>>>
>>>> How to download and install HiJackThis: (it does not need to be
>>>> updated)
>>>> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topict309.html
>>>>
>>>> Please DO NOT post your log to this newsgroup. It is important that
>>>> you go
>>>> to one of the HiJackThis Support Forums below and allow the experts
>>>> there
>>>> to analyze it for you.
>>>> AumHa HiJackThis Forum
>>>> http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
>>>> or Bleeping Computer Forum
>>>> http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
>>>> to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
>>>> necessary steps to clean your system.
>>>> (Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums.
>>>> Please
>>>> follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log
>>>> deleted
>>>> or ignored.)
>>>>
>>>> Also, please post a link to the forum where you post your HJT log back
>>>> to this thread so that we can follow your progress there.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the
>>>> programs
>>>> below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
>>>> http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
>>>> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>>>> (if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may
>>>> kill
>>>> your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX,
>>>> will
>>>> enable you to regain your connection.
>>>>
>>>> You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
>>>> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>>>> and
>>>> WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
>>>> http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
>>>> with instructions, at
>>>> http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
>>>> also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
>>>> http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
>>>> (NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
>>>> will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
>>>> or Winsock Fix Utility
>>>> http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip
>>>>
>>>> How to Restart in Safe Mode
>>>> http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo.nsf/docid/2001052409420406
>>>>
>>>> How to Show Hidden Files
>>>> http://snipurl.com/6rl8
>>>>
>>>> Hope this helps :-)
>>>>
>>>> Jan :)
>>>> MS MVP - IE/OE
>>>> Smiles are meant to be shared,
>>>> that's why they're so contagious.
>>>>
>>>> Replies are posted only to the newsgroup for the benefit or other
>>>> readers.
>>>> How to make a good newsgroup post:
>>>> http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> Hello everyone,
>>>>>
>>>>> Just last night IE 6 started giving me an "Invalid syntax error" in
>>>>> the title bar and saying "The page cannot be displayed." I am not
>>>>> sure what is going on. I only installed the Netscape 8 browser beta
>>>>> recently and I uninstalled that too but no luck. The thing is that
>>>>> not every page is giving me an error. I know News.com doesn't work as
>>>>> well as a few others. When I click on Windows Update I just get a
>>>>> totally blank white screen as well. I am running Windows XP Pro SP2
>>>>> with IE 6 SP2. I have Trend Micro Internet Security 2005 installed
>>>>> with all updated components. I have also tried running Ad-Aware and
>>>>> SpyBot but neither turned up anything.
>>>>>
>>>>> I would REALLY appreciate any help that anyone could give as I am
>>>>> becoming fairly nervous that there is something wrong with my system.
>>>>> Thank you,
>>>>>
>>>>> -Dan Orth
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
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