Exe files are disabled in Registry. How can I fix Registry?
AV.EXE has taken over my Malwarebytes, preventing it from running in any capacity. In an effort to remedy this, I adjusted some Registry settings where "av.exe" was mentioned. Specifically, I left the settings blank. Now, none of my exe files will operate (can't run Regedit, web browser, download software, etc). How can I fix this? 2 people need an answerI do too
March 8th, 2010 4:28am

http://filext.com/faq/broken_exe_association.php I'd recommend that you get direct professional help. You can call Microsoft at 1-866-pcsafety if you are in the U.S. or Canada and are running Windows. "Allotheria" wrote in message news:53b29c0a-f2f7-4a3e-a6a4-2ea3819aed6d...AV.EXE has taken over my Malwarebytes, preventing it from running in any capacity. In an effort to remedy this, I adjusted some Registry settings where "av.exe" was mentioned. Specifically, I left the settings blank. Now, none of my exe files will operate (can't run Regedit, web browser, download software, etc). How can I fix this? Bill Sanderson
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March 8th, 2010 6:42am

So.. the first thing it says to do is to reassociate the file extension exe as an application. This did fix the problem with the executables not working, however, my start up group is still not functioning correctly.
March 9th, 2010 3:52am

I'm not sure I know the answer with regard to the startup group.What happens (or doesn't?)"ktgsd" wrote in message news:4f702c24-9d29-4961-888f-f1202fba292e...So.. the first thing it says to do is to reassociate the file extension exe as an application. This did fix the problem with the executables not working, however, my start up group is still not functioning correctly. Bill Sanderson
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March 9th, 2010 6:41pm

Hi,No doubt the malware writers do watch for common defenses to their programs so staying justa little unconventional often helps.Here are some methods to deal with the AV.exe infections :Try Safe Mode with networking - repeatedly tap F8 as you boot up.The top two methods allow the scanners to run and/or get AV.exe out of the way or removal.1.CTRL SHIFT ESC - Task Manager OR Right Click the TaskBar - Task Manager Processes tab - End Process on AV.EXE and then proceed with the Uninstall Guide.If needed use Start - Computer OR Windows Explorer to navigate to C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware\mbam.exe or where ever it is installed at - if needed Right Click the Malwarebytes - Properties - Shortcut tab - target line to see where it is installed.Right Click on it and Rename it to ZZMbam.exe (or anything different than it is now) and then double click on it and run it that way. You can rename it back later. Do similar with other programs as needed. Use this method for others as needed - DO NOT ASSUME any oneprogram removes it all or that there is not other malware involved.---------------------------------------------------2.Another method is to use these :Use Process Explorer to "Suspend" not Stop the Processes Then use AutoRuns to remove the malware startup items.Now use UnLocker to delete the files in the malware.You may have to do this one file at a time.Process Explorer - Freehttp://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb896653.aspxAutoRuns - Freehttp://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb963902.aspxUnLocker - Free (do not install the Ebay adaware)http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/Unlocker.shtmlAV.exe==============================================AV.exe infections come with many names however, at present, they all are variants ofthese :XP Internet Security 2010, Antivirus Vista 2010, and Win 7 Antispyware 2010 are rogue antivirus, scams to force you to pay for them while they have no benefits at all.How to remove AV.exe malware - important to read all of the possible options.http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-antivirus-vista-2010RENAME these as needed to allow them to run :These can be done in Safe Mode - repeatedly tap F8 as you boot however you should also run them in regular Windows when you can.Download malwarebytes and scan with it, run MRT, and add Prevx to be sure it is gone. (If Rootkits run UnHackMe)Download - SAVE - go to where you put it - Right Click on it - RUN AS ADMINMalwarebytes - freehttp://www.malwarebytes.org/Run the Microsoft Malicious Removal Tool Start - type in Search box -> MRT find at top of list - Right Click on it - RUN AS ADMIN.You should be getting this tool and its updates via Windows Updates - if needed you can download it here.Download - SAVE - go to where you put it - Right Click on it - RUN AS ADMIN(Then run MRT as above.)Microsoft Malicious Removal Tool - 32 bithttp://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=enMicrosoft Malicious Removal Tool - 64 bithttp://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=585D2BDE-367F-495E-94E7-6349F4EFFC74&displaylang=enalso install Prevx to be sure it is all gone. Download - SAVE - go to where you put it - Right Click on it - RUN AS ADMINPrevx - Home - Free - small, fast, exceptional CLOUD protection, works with other security programs. This is a scanner only, VERY EFFECTIVE, if it finds something come back here or use Google to see how to remove. http://www.prevx.com/ <-- informationhttp://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp <-- download PCmag - Prevx - Editor's Choicehttp://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2346862,00.aspTry the trial version of Hitman Pro :Hitman Pro is a second opinion scanner, designed to rescue your computer from malware (viruses, trojans, rootkits, etc.) that have infected your computer despite all the security measures you have taken (such as anti virus software, firewalls, etc.).http://www.surfright.nl/en/hitmanpro--------------------------------------------------------If needed here are some online free scanners to help http://www.eset.com/onlinescan/http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htmhttp://www.kaspersky.com/virusscannerOther Free online scanshttp://www.google.com/search?hl=en&source=hp&q=antivirus+free+online+scan&aq=f&oq=&aqi=g1--------------------------------------------------------Also do these to cleanup general corruption and repair/replace damaged/missing system files.Run DiskCleanup - Start - All Programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk CleanupStart - type this in Search Box -> COMMAND find at top and RIGHT CLICK - RUN AS ADMINEnter this at the prompt - sfc /scannowHow to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker (SFC.exe) program generates in Windows Vista cbs.loghttp://support.microsoft.com/kb/928228Run checkdisk - schedule it to run at next start and then Apply OK your way out then restart.How to Run Check Disk at Startup in Vistahttp://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/67612-check-disk-chkdsk.html-----------------------------------------------------------------------If any Rootkits are found use this thread and other suggestions. (Run UnHackMe)http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/InternetExplorer/thread/a8f665f0-c793-441a-a5b9-54b7e1e7a5a4/Hope this helps.
March 13th, 2010 11:50pm

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