[namelessentity]

Originally Posted by Chris

Put everything you want in one folder, transfer it to another PC and scan the entire folder from there (before opening any of the files). Honestly, you're most likely fine. Most viruses and spyware hang out in the registry and fuck with you from there.

A rule of mine though is that if I get infected at all, I reinstall Windows. Period. I don't run an AV or firewall and haven't been infected by any mal/spyware or virus in probably 5 or so years. I attribute most of that to using non-default programs like Firefox, Thunderbird, only downloading things via torrents, etc.

That may not be a smart option for everyone, keep in mind. I run a very light Windows install and most everything is on another hard drive.

I got this same exact virus off of TPB about a week ago. Most torrent sites are being bombed with malware. It's like there's a bunch of anti-piracy groups trying to screw with everyone.

[MSP]

We've got a confirmed infestation that will likely result in a reimage of the machine and yet anti-virus software is still a bad idea? I didn't run it either until I got a broadband connection, after which I consider it essential on Windows XP and older. Running with your pants down is just retarded.

[SoulAssassin]

Depends on the malware you get. The XP Antivirus 2k8 or w/e it's called isn't considered a virus and because the user "installs" it the program lets it through. A combination of combofix and trojan remover are the best things to get rid of this shit (outside of a format)

[hans5849]

Another computer w/ Antivirus + Internal to External HDD enclosure FTW!