[Purefication]

I think it's been since two days ago.. everytime I tried to speak or do something through skype I got an application error and it crashed.. same with games and other programs..

Now I tried to access HF so I can write you this message and somehow some " Privitize VPN " was activated and I dont remember installing such a thing.. it also changed my IP ..

Anyone has a solution or any clue what is happening ?

[0xd3f4ce]

Autoruns and Process Explorer dumps would be needed in order to analyse this behavior:

http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysin...63902.aspx
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysin...96653.aspx

Before posting such logs, ensure you understand the privacy implications of doing so.

H2H,

0xd3f4ce

[ariton]

Check your hosts file for irregularities and then delete everything with CCleaner. If it doesn't fix it, just scan your PC with Malwarebytes.

[Purefication]

Autoruns and Process Explorer dumps would be needed in order to analyse this behavior:

http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysin...63902.aspx
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/sysin...96653.aspx

Before posting such logs, ensure you understand the privacy implications of doing so.

H2H,

0xd3f4ce

I ran both programs I have no idea what to do now/

[Corso]

I ran both programs I have no idea what to do now/

You'll have to capture the logs after running, then upload them to a Paste Bin site - Then link us to the posting, so we can review them.

[Purefication]

You'll have to capture the logs after running, then upload them to a Paste Bin site - Then link us to the posting, so we can review them.

But it gives private details of my computer isnt it ? what those logs contain?

[0xd3f4ce]

But it gives private details of my computer isnt it ? what those logs contain?

ProcEx dump will provide information on all* running processes/threads on your machine.
AutoRuns dump will provide information on all* registry-based startup objects on your system.

The choice is entirely yours whether or not you post them, but trying to diagnose with no starting point is a waste of everybody's time.

*all that are visible, some may be hidden.

[Paradoxum]

The first thing you need to do is to uninstall that software (its entry will be called PrivitizeVPN) via Add or Remove Programs (if you are using Windows XP) or Programs and Features (if you are using Windows Vista or 7). Doing so, however, will not remove every trace it has on your system. For example, for a user using Firefox regardless of which Windows operating system, it would leave behind the following entries:

Code

prefs.js..browser.search.defaultengine: "Privitize VPN"
prefs.js..browser.search.defaultenginename: "Privitize VPN"
prefs.js..browser.search.order.1: "Privitize VPN
HKLM..\Run: [PrivitizeVPN] C:\Program Files (x86)\PrivitizeVPN\PrivitizeVPN.exe /autorun

Seeing as I have no idea which browser(s) you are using, you will need to tell me which ones you have installed for me to be able to give you the proper instructions. Also, forgive me, but since you have this on your system, I feel as though there are other unwanted files existing in it. I doubt this one piece is the sole reason for the sudden crashes you have experienced.

[Purefication]

The first thing you need to do is to uninstall that software (its entry will be called PrivitizeVPN) via Add or Remove Programs (if you are using Windows XP) or Programs and Features (if you are using Windows Vista or 7). Doing so, however, will not remove every trace it has on your system. For example, for a user using Firefox regardless of which Windows operating system, it would leave behind the following entries:

Code

prefs.js..browser.search.defaultengine: "Privitize VPN"
prefs.js..browser.search.defaultenginename: "Privitize VPN"
prefs.js..browser.search.order.1: "Privitize VPN
HKLM..\Run: [PrivitizeVPN] C:\Program Files (x86)\PrivitizeVPN\PrivitizeVPN.exe /autorun

Seeing as I have no idea which browser(s) you are using, you will need to tell me which ones you have installed for me to be able to give you the proper instructions. Also, forgive me, but since you have this on your system, I feel as though there are other unwanted files existing in it. I doubt this one piece is the sole reason for the sudden crashes you have experienced.

I mainly use Google Chroome but I have all the browsers installed on my computer.. Internet Explorer.. Firefox..

[Paradoxum]

I mainly use Google Chroome but I have all the browsers installed on my computer.. Internet Explorer.. Firefox..

Well, that is the worst-case scenario. Did you uninstall the program?

[Corso]

Well, that is the worst-case scenario.

My thoughts exactly... Wonder if an advanced uninstaller would be best, such as IO Bit's Uninstaller that does a power-scan for registry and remaining items/injections. Thoughts?

[Purefication]

I went to the VPN's folder and used the uninstall feature and uninstalled it

[Paradoxum]

My thoughts exactly... Wonder if an advanced uninstaller would be best, such as IO Bit's Uninstaller that does a power-scan for registry and remaining items/injections. Thoughts?

That would not be necessary. It would leave behind things uninstallers would not exactly be able to undo. I have not given that program a try but that company has had a rough reputation therefore I do not recommend any of its products at all. 🙃 Perhaps you have had a different experience with it, however.

I went to the VPN's folder and used the uninstall feature and uninstalled it

Excellent. As I have stated before, I am not convinced that is the only unwanted program you have installed. I suggest you follow this so I can give you proper help.

[deeprybka2020]

That would not be necessary. It would leave behind things uninstallers would not exactly be able to undo. I have not given that program a try but that company has had a rough reputation therefore I do not recommend any of its products at all. 🙃 Perhaps you have had a different experience with it, however.

Excellent. As I have stated before, I am not convinced that is the only unwanted program you have installed. I suggest you follow this so I can give you proper help.

its a good program iobit unistaller . also they make advance system care pro and smart defrag 2 and those tools is great. i say that because i have long experiance with iobit product. just you must know how to use them correctly.

and iobit unistaller not unistall 100% programs .and no programs (like revo unistaller or your unistaller ) can unistall a program 100% . after unistall any tool with iobit unistaller you will find some folders and some keys still exist ( in local and roaming and sometimes registry) and you must delect them manuelly

[Paradoxum]

its a good program iobit unistaller . also they make advance system care pro and smart defrag 2 and those tools is great. i say that because i have long experiance with iobit product. just you must know how to use them correctly.

I see. Below are some articles you can peruse. I believe it will explain as to why I do not trust that company.

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