Autosearch has stopped working

[Mike B.]

For some reason, IE6's autosearch feature has stopped
working. Now, when I type a search phrase in the address
box, instead of searching Google for the phrase, I get:

"The page cannot be displayed
The page you are looking for is currently unavailable. The
Web site might be experiencing technical difficulties, or
you may need to adjust your browser settings."

Also the phrase I searched on is transformed into a URL,
e.g. http:///? foobar

I've tried numerous fixes without success:

1. Clicking Search/Customize/Autosearch Settings
2. Clicking Tools/Internet Options/Advanced/Search frm the
Address Bar
3. Fearing that IE6 may have been infected by
CoolWebSearch, I downloaded and ran CWShredder. It didn't
help.

I am desperate for any suggestions. Feel free to email me.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Mike Burgess]

Mike,
The http:/// (notice the 3 backslashes) indicates Coolwebsearch (trojan)

How to remove Coolwebsearch and affiliates
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm#Coolwebsearch

Note: this type hijack indicates an unpatched machine, that is lacking
in "Defense". Please visit Windows Update to avoid these exploits.
____________________________________________________________
Mike Burgess [MVP Windows Shell\User] http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/
Blocking Spyware, Adware, Parasites, Hijackers, Trojans, with a HOSTS file
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/hosts.htm [updated 02-18-04]
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