Microbillsys

[ozmeister]

Sorry but still having problems with this. Have installed and run Spybot and undertaken a full Norton Scan (both have come back clear). Every so often when launching the internet a blank page tries to open and superimposes itself over the requested internet site - not a real issue because I can just close it but it is becoming an irritant. The page is titled Microbillsys or something similar - has anyone please got any ideas what is causing and how I can delete. Thanks.

[HWKE]

1. Open Control Panel >Add/remove programs and search for Microbillsys. Remove it if you find it.
2. Reboot into safe mode by pressing F8 during the boot sequence.
3. Run the spyware checks in safe mode.
4. If any malware is found, remove it and run the check again (until it stops finding any)

[ozmeister]

Thanks HWKE what exactly do you mean by the boot sequence - is this when the laptop first fires up and displays Microsoft and a bar at the bottom. Also will it be F8 on every computer?

[HWKE]

Either when it first starts (called a cold boot), or when you tell it to restart (called a warm boot).
I always find I have to repeatedly press F8, rather than keeping my finger on it, because I have never been sure exactly when to do it. It is before the Windows logo appears.
, when the screen is black with white writing. It is F8 on every computer. When you get to the boot option screen, there will be a list of ways to start, pick safe mode, not safe mode with networking.

[HWKE]

My punctuation leaves something to be desired.

[ozmeister]

HWKE thanks

Done that, scan returned as clear. Can't find a program of that name either. Lo and behold first time I have just launched the website the old ****** appeared again - actual text is

http|//auth.microbillsys.com|1003/3/isvalid.php....

You reckon this is one for the Tech Guys at Hardware support?

[dodgyshirt]

Microbillsys is malware. Download the following to remove it.
http://www.adwareaway.net/mbspopup.htm

[HWKE]

Try hijackthis which you can download from here:
http://majorgeeks.com/downloadget.php?id=5554& file=1&evp=4122712c2af084c815e5fd4f2b249d83
Adwareaway may well get rid of it as suggested by dodgyshirt, but will cost $30.
My daughter uses hijackthis all the time and keeps telling me I should. I've downloaded it now.

[Wolfeymole]

Do your self a really big favour Oz and dump Norton, you can't get shut of it all in Add/Remove so go [url=http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo .nsf/docid/2005033108162039]here[/url] to get the removal tool.
Obtain either Avast or AVG Anti Virus, (both free) and you won't go far wrong mate.

[Wolfeymole]

Why can't I post the link peoperly, crazy.
Anyway here it is again.
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo .nsf/docid/2005033108162039

[Mac70]

HijackThis should only be used with the help of experts as it makes changes to the Registry.
Take a look at Tom Coyote or forum.malwareremoval. They'll clean you up in no time.
It might even be me!

[deadlock]

microbillsys..right.all good answers but no cigar.it is a malicious bit of comp writeing called mbss m 32.it has addeared itself to your list of start up programes and you can get this list from your programe manager.[cont,alt,delete].you will see it .if not,shampoo version or registy mechanic[first one is free,not sure about other 1]go to start up programes edit and you will see mbss m 32.a liveing nightmare,praying on embaresing people with a bill from a porn site and wont stop till you pay[blackmail].they have offices in leeds and cambridge. DO NOT PAY,IT IS A CON,deadlock777

[deadlock]

RIGHT.the free way..ashampoo start up tuner 2 ,will let you delete programs in your start up registry.download this from ashampoo.com [www] and delete the item called mbss m32,and you will be sorted i hope as well as i was.deadlock

[chidzz]

I had the same problem and downloaded the free version of spy hunter which found the microbillsys but it does not delete it neither does the adaway you have to purchase the full program for �35.00 but i am selling the �35 download for �14.99 on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewIte m&rd=1&item=150172260736&ssPageName=STRK:MESE: IT&ih=005

It really works as well as finding other harmful viruses and unwanted programs and it keeps your pc safe better than any antivirus program

[pinion2005]

my advice would be not to sign up for porn sites, usually helps!! why sign up then complain that something has magically installed itself. It's not a scam at all you signed up for a porn site and didn't cancel it within the 3 days and now try to make out that magic has happened and someone has installed a virus. Complete rubbish!!

[ozmeister]

Just a quick response to the last clown that posted an absolute load of hogwash - I have never signed up to a porn site and resent the insinuation.

If some 21 months down the line that is the best you can come up with then more fool you. This site is supposed to be for sharing information and help not for clowns to spread malicious tripe.