Random "Insert Disk" System Popup

[Guest]

Whay would I get a system popup that gives a random program name, like
wxzy.exe, and Please Insert Disk, message. The program name was mksc.exe at
first now it is a few of my Panda Antivirus executables. Whay is it asking
for a disk?

 

[Steven L Umbach]

If it want the disk it wants access to files for some reason, maybe to
determine what malware remover you are using. If you are unsure of what is
going on you should scan your computer for malware and parasites [ AdAware
SE or such] using the latest definitions for each program. It may also help
to search your computer for the filename to see what folder it is in for a
clue. A quick search of Google shows that mksc.exe may be a spyware called
market score as shown in the link below. For spyware, you may have to run
more than one program to get results. --- Steve

http://www.doxdesk.com/parasite/MarketScore.html
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm --- tips on dealing with
parasites.
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.mspx --- Protect
Your PC!
http://www.download.com/3000-2094-10045910.html?legacy=cnet --- AdAware
SE.

 

[Guest]

A good personal firewall such as Sygate or Zonealarm that alerts you of any
(unauthorized) outgoing traffic (and allows you to take any appropriate
actions - Allow or Block), particularly such as this and other malware, may
be something you could consider.

Remember to also use non local admin accounts for day to day business which
can significantly help lower malware infections at key system folders.

Do let us know if this helps. Thanks!