On start up , I receive a message as follows:
C\Windows|Isipuwa.dll Module couldnot be found
I am running Windows XP service pack 2
missing module?
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Re: missing module?
goldosgirl wrote:
> On start up , I receive a message as follows:
> C\Windows|Isipuwa.dll Module couldnot be found
>
> I am running Windows XP service pack 2
That file belongs to a Vundo/Virtumonde trojan. Either you uninstalled the
malware program or your antivirus/antispyware program did. In any case, a
reference was left to the file in Startup. You can remove the reference by
managing your Startup.
Because you had one piece of malware - and some Vundo infections are
extremely difficult to remove - the chances are also high that you had
others and that your computer is still not clean. It would be a good idea
to scan. Go through these general malware removal steps systematically -
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/pag ... ng_Malware
Include scanning with David Lipman's Multi_AV and follow instructions to do
all scans in Safe Mode. If you are unable to remove the malware after
following all the procedures outlined at the above link, get guided help.
Choose one of the specialty forums listed at that link. Register and read
its posting FAQ. PLEASE DO NOT POST LOGS IN THE MS NEWSGROUPS.
If you are satisfied that your computer is 100% free from viruses/malware,
manage your Startup to remove the reference to the malware file:
Start>Run>msconfig [enter]
This brings up the System Configuration Utility. Look on the Startup tab and
find the probable culprit. Uncheck the box next to its name, Apply and OK
out. You don't need to restart immediately, but the next time you do you'll
get a dialog saying you've used the Utility. Just tick the box that says in
effect, "don't bother me about this again".
How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=310560
The free Autoruns program is very useful for managing your Startup -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sysint ... fault.mspx - Autoruns
When this is all over, you should update your computer to XP Service Pack 3
and apply all subsequent Windows Updates.
Malke
--
MS-MVP
Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ
> On start up , I receive a message as follows:
> C\Windows|Isipuwa.dll Module couldnot be found
>
> I am running Windows XP service pack 2
That file belongs to a Vundo/Virtumonde trojan. Either you uninstalled the
malware program or your antivirus/antispyware program did. In any case, a
reference was left to the file in Startup. You can remove the reference by
managing your Startup.
Because you had one piece of malware - and some Vundo infections are
extremely difficult to remove - the chances are also high that you had
others and that your computer is still not clean. It would be a good idea
to scan. Go through these general malware removal steps systematically -
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/pag ... ng_Malware
Include scanning with David Lipman's Multi_AV and follow instructions to do
all scans in Safe Mode. If you are unable to remove the malware after
following all the procedures outlined at the above link, get guided help.
Choose one of the specialty forums listed at that link. Register and read
its posting FAQ. PLEASE DO NOT POST LOGS IN THE MS NEWSGROUPS.
If you are satisfied that your computer is 100% free from viruses/malware,
manage your Startup to remove the reference to the malware file:
Start>Run>msconfig [enter]
This brings up the System Configuration Utility. Look on the Startup tab and
find the probable culprit. Uncheck the box next to its name, Apply and OK
out. You don't need to restart immediately, but the next time you do you'll
get a dialog saying you've used the Utility. Just tick the box that says in
effect, "don't bother me about this again".
How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=310560
The free Autoruns program is very useful for managing your Startup -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sysint ... fault.mspx - Autoruns
When this is all over, you should update your computer to XP Service Pack 3
and apply all subsequent Windows Updates.
Malke
--
MS-MVP
Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ