IE6 FTP - cannot drag and drop files

[ANTISMEARCAMPAIGN]

This is weird. I have been using IE6 as an FTP client. Using the folder
view, I would just drag and drop files right to my server space.
Suddenly, I can not drag and drop files anymore. If I attempt to drag
and drop, I get a circle with a line through it, as I drag the file
into the IE6 folder view area.

I have tried a repair of IE6, as well as a total reinstall, to no
avail. I believe something may have corrupted my registry.

I am using Windows 2000. Additional symptoms: while typing in any text
boxes, my curser randomly jumps out of the box. Really weird.

I have scanned for viral infestation with two seperate virus programs.
I have also checked for any spyware. Everything is clean.

Also, when I uninstalled IE6 and went back to IE5, IE5 behaved the
same, with respect to the FTP problem.

Any ideas?

 

[Jan Il]

Hi

It appears that your system is still infected with malware that is causing
the problem. AV's and spyware removal programs are not programmed to detect
or remove malware, Trojans, hijackers or the such. Thus, you need to run
the following programs to be sure your system is fully clean.

Run the programs below in Safe Mode with Hidden Files and follow all
instructions carefully:

WARNING>>>> Backup all documents and files before removing any spyware!!

Download and install BHODemon from
http://www.definitivesolutions.com/bhodemon.htm
Your problem may be caused by a bad BHO.

Most importantly, download install and run CWShredder here
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
and this program, which searches for hidden .dlls that recreate the malware.
About Buster:
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4289.html
Then visit these two sites to test for parasites and help basic cleaning:
On-Line Check
http://aumha.org/a/noads.htm
and
Quick-Fix Protocol.
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.php
Basically, throw everything here at your "infection".

Then download, install and immediately update these two programs before
running:

AdAware SE - Update immediately after installing
http://www.download.com/3000-2144-10045910.html?part=69274&subj=dlpage&tag=button
SpyBot S &D - Update immediately after installing
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download2471.html

Download pocket killbox from Download pocket killbox from
http://www.thespykiller.co.uk/files/killbox.exe
and put it on the desktop where you can find it easily

Also download, install, and run HiJackThis - it is one of the very import
tools to clean your system of all scumware. Follow the instructions
carefully:

How to download and install HiJackThis: (it does not need to be updated)
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topict309.html

Please DO NOT post your log to this newsgroup. It is important that you go
to one of the HiJackThis Support Forums below and allow the experts there
to analyze it for youPlease DO NOT post your log to this newsgroup. It is
important that you go to one of the HiJackThis Support Forums below and
allow the experts there to analyze it for you.::
AumHa HiJackThis Forum
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30
or Bleeping Computer Forum
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/forum22.html
to allow the experts there to evaluate your log and advise you of any
necessary steps to clean your system.
(Note: You will have to Register before posting on these Forums. Please
follow all posting instructions carefully to avoid having your log deleted
or ignored.)

Also, please post a link to the forum where you post your HJT log back to
this thread so that we can follow your progress there.

CAUTION!!!!! Before you try to remove spyware using any of the programs
below, download a copy of LSPFIX from any of the following sites:
http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
(if your OS is Win2k or XP) The process of removing certain malware may kill
your internet connection. If this should occur, this program, LSPFIX, will
enable you to regain your connection.

You should also get a copy of WINSOCKXPFIX available at:
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
and
WinsockXP Fix- WinXP
http://www.spychecker.com/program/winsockxpfix.html
with instructions, at
http://www.iup.edu/house/resnet/winfix.shtm
also... From LavaSoft- all versions of Windows-
http://digital-solutions.co.uk/lavasoft/whndnfix.zip
(NOTE: It is reported that in XP SP2, the command netsh winsock reset
will fix this problem without the need for these programs.)
or Winsock Fix Utility
http://www.dfwonline.net/files/WinsockFix.zip

How to Show Hidden Files
http://snipurl.com/6rl8

How to Restart in Safe Mode
http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT/tsgeninfo.nsf/docid/2001052409420406

Hope this helps

Jan
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[ANTISMEARCAMPAIGN]

Tried everything that you mentioned. I found a couple of spyware things
and deleted them. THe problem still exists.

Oddly, I can change my folder view from classic to "enable web contents
in folders" and the drag & drop functionality works properly. Also, I
am still having the problems while typing in text windows.

Something really has screwed things up. These scumware authors need to
be drawn and quartered... the old fasioned way.

Well, if there's one thing I've learned over the years of working in
the IT field, the smartest thing I can do at this point is to do a
reinstall of my OS. I've already spent too much time on a problem which
can easily be fixed with a reinstall

 

[Jan Il]

Hi

Tried everything that you mentioned. I found a couple of spyware things
and deleted them. THe problem still exists.

Oddly, I can change my folder view from classic to "enable web contents
in folders" and the drag & drop functionality works properly. Also, I
am still having the problems while typing in text windows.

Something really has screwed things up. These scumware authors need to
be drawn and quartered... the old fasioned way.

Well, if there's one thing I've learned over the years of working in
the IT field, the smartest thing I can do at this point is to do a
reinstall of my OS. I've already spent too much time on a problem which
can easily be fixed with a reinstall

It is possible that some files have become corrupted or damaged, and as you
have already done a repair without good results, then I think you are
correct in doing a reinstall at this point. Wish I could have been of more
help.

Good luck!

Jan
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