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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs...,
accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or
what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall
on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home
or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Steve - XP Home, The firewall on/off is grayed-out. Thanks - Tom
-- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how
to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry
editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems
elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry
editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Steve - I was able to delete windows firewall using the regedit syntax you
advised( in safe mode). Network connections did not display. Also, I now have the machine virus free. When I re-booted, firewall under security center is still not able to be turned on, it is still grayed-out. I do not want to connect to internet for fear that viruses and malware will attack. Your further advice appreciated. Thanks - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Do you have any other software firewall installed on the computer as that
can cause the Windows Firewall to be disabled?? What service pack are you using? You can enter winver in the run box and then select OK to get service pack info. If you are using Service Pack 2 you can try using a .reg file that will modify the registry to enable the firewall. Simply copy the lines below the asterisks into notepad, save it with some name such as firewall1.reg, and make sure you select all types for save as file type with notepad. Then click that file, select yes when prompted, and see if it enables your firewall after a reboot. To disable the firewall delete that key or change the value to 0. Steve ************************************************** ************************* Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall\StandardProfile] "EnableFirewall"=dword:00000001 "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I was able to delete windows firewall using the regedit syntax you advised( in safe mode). Network connections did not display. Also, I now have the machine virus free. When I re-booted, firewall under security center is still not able to be turned on, it is still grayed-out. I do not want to connect to internet for fear that viruses and malware will attack. Your further advice appreciated. Thanks - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Steve - I reloaded SP2 on Saturday... to no avail. So for your instructions
below, I want to clarify that I perform all steps in the notepad file I create (on the affected computer of course). And do not have to copy anything in the registry. Just follow the steps below. Please confirm and thanks. Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you have any other software firewall installed on the computer as that can cause the Windows Firewall to be disabled?? What service pack are you using? You can enter winver in the run box and then select OK to get service pack info. If you are using Service Pack 2 you can try using a .reg file that will modify the registry to enable the firewall. Simply copy the lines below the asterisks into notepad, save it with some name such as firewall1.reg, and make sure you select all types for save as file type with notepad. Then click that file, select yes when prompted, and see if it enables your firewall after a reboot. To disable the firewall delete that key or change the value to 0. Steve ************************************************** ************************* Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall\StandardProfile] "EnableFirewall"=dword:00000001 "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I was able to delete windows firewall using the regedit syntax you advised( in safe mode). Network connections did not display. Also, I now have the machine virus free. When I re-booted, firewall under security center is still not able to be turned on, it is still grayed-out. I do not want to connect to internet for fear that viruses and malware will attack. Your further advice appreciated. Thanks - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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All you have to do is copy and paste those lines into a notepad file and
save at as I showed. It will automatically modify the registry for u. --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I reloaded SP2 on Saturday... to no avail. So for your instructions below, I want to clarify that I perform all steps in the notepad file I create (on the affected computer of course). And do not have to copy anything in the registry. Just follow the steps below. Please confirm and thanks. Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you have any other software firewall installed on the computer as that can cause the Windows Firewall to be disabled?? What service pack are you using? You can enter winver in the run box and then select OK to get service pack info. If you are using Service Pack 2 you can try using a .reg file that will modify the registry to enable the firewall. Simply copy the lines below the asterisks into notepad, save it with some name such as firewall1.reg, and make sure you select all types for save as file type with notepad. Then click that file, select yes when prompted, and see if it enables your firewall after a reboot. To disable the firewall delete that key or change the value to 0. Steve ************************************************** ************************* Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall\StandardProfile] "EnableFirewall"=dword:00000001 "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I was able to delete windows firewall using the regedit syntax you advised( in safe mode). Network connections did not display. Also, I now have the machine virus free. When I re-booted, firewall under security center is still not able to be turned on, it is still grayed-out. I do not want to connect to internet for fear that viruses and malware will attack. Your further advice appreciated. Thanks - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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XP Firewall Disabled - Help!
Steve - I'm feeling more positive, please stay with me. I created the reg
file, clicked yes and OK to activate (buttons displayed and disappeared so fast). But I think I did it OK. When I re-booted and clicked security center/firewall I got the following message "Windows firewall setting cannot be displayed because the associated service is not running. Do you want to start the Windows/firewall internet connection sharing (ICS) service? I clicked yes, and it displayed "Starting ICS..." When I go in the access to turn-on is still grayed. I wonder if services is not staying on. I have worked in services before at work, but cannot recall the syntax (not my normal job responsibility...). I just wonder now if services is the problem. Also, please note that I did create the reg file under administrator, but not in safe mode. I am still virus free as I have not connected the comp to the net. Again, please stay with me on this - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: All you have to do is copy and paste those lines into a notepad file and save at as I showed. It will automatically modify the registry for u. --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I reloaded SP2 on Saturday... to no avail. So for your instructions below, I want to clarify that I perform all steps in the notepad file I create (on the affected computer of course). And do not have to copy anything in the registry. Just follow the steps below. Please confirm and thanks. Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you have any other software firewall installed on the computer as that can cause the Windows Firewall to be disabled?? What service pack are you using? You can enter winver in the run box and then select OK to get service pack info. If you are using Service Pack 2 you can try using a .reg file that will modify the registry to enable the firewall. Simply copy the lines below the asterisks into notepad, save it with some name such as firewall1.reg, and make sure you select all types for save as file type with notepad. Then click that file, select yes when prompted, and see if it enables your firewall after a reboot. To disable the firewall delete that key or change the value to 0. Steve ************************************************** ************************* Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall\StandardProfile] "EnableFirewall"=dword:00000001 "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I was able to delete windows firewall using the regedit syntax you advised( in safe mode). Network connections did not display. Also, I now have the machine virus free. When I re-booted, firewall under security center is still not able to be turned on, it is still grayed-out. I do not want to connect to internet for fear that viruses and malware will attack. Your further advice appreciated. Thanks - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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Hmm. In the run box enter services.msc to open the services Management
Console. Find the Windows Firewall Service and make sure that the startup type is set to automatic and if it is the service should be started. Check the dependencies tab of the Windows Firewall service and make sure those services are also started. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I'm feeling more positive, please stay with me. I created the reg file, clicked yes and OK to activate (buttons displayed and disappeared so fast). But I think I did it OK. When I re-booted and clicked security center/firewall I got the following message "Windows firewall setting cannot be displayed because the associated service is not running. Do you want to start the Windows/firewall internet connection sharing (ICS) service? I clicked yes, and it displayed "Starting ICS..." When I go in the access to turn-on is still grayed. I wonder if services is not staying on. I have worked in services before at work, but cannot recall the syntax (not my normal job responsibility...). I just wonder now if services is the problem. Also, please note that I did create the reg file under administrator, but not in safe mode. I am still virus free as I have not connected the comp to the net. Again, please stay with me on this - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: All you have to do is copy and paste those lines into a notepad file and save at as I showed. It will automatically modify the registry for u. --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I reloaded SP2 on Saturday... to no avail. So for your instructions below, I want to clarify that I perform all steps in the notepad file I create (on the affected computer of course). And do not have to copy anything in the registry. Just follow the steps below. Please confirm and thanks. Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you have any other software firewall installed on the computer as that can cause the Windows Firewall to be disabled?? What service pack are you using? You can enter winver in the run box and then select OK to get service pack info. If you are using Service Pack 2 you can try using a .reg file that will modify the registry to enable the firewall. Simply copy the lines below the asterisks into notepad, save it with some name such as firewall1.reg, and make sure you select all types for save as file type with notepad. Then click that file, select yes when prompted, and see if it enables your firewall after a reboot. To disable the firewall delete that key or change the value to 0. Steve ************************************************** ************************* Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall] [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dowsFirewall\StandardProfile] "EnableFirewall"=dword:00000001 "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I was able to delete windows firewall using the regedit syntax you advised( in safe mode). Network connections did not display. Also, I now have the machine virus free. When I re-booted, firewall under security center is still not able to be turned on, it is still grayed-out. I do not want to connect to internet for fear that viruses and malware will attack. Your further advice appreciated. Thanks - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Just enter regedit in the run box and the hit OK to open the registry editor. The in the upper left hand corner you will see HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and you can expand it to find the keys I am talking about. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - Thanks. I'll try this evening. I apologize for what seems elementary, but what is the path to regedit to open the registry editor? Am I going to search all files and folders on the hard drive to find the HKEY files? I apprecite your help and will try this evening Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Try this. Logon as an administrator and use regedit to open the registry editor. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\ and if you see a key under it for WindowsFirewall right click it and select delete. The go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Win dows\ and if you see a key under it for Network Connections do the same. If you did make any changes reboot your computer to see if that then helps. Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve - I am now cleaning by my virus program i safe mode. Any advice on how to re-instate firewall? Thanks -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Do you get an error message or is it just grayed out?? Are you using XP Home or XP Pro? --- Steve "sony654" wrote in message ... Steve Thanks. When I go to security center I am not able to lick firewall on. It won't let me. I am down to 1 virus and will scan next in safe mode. Thanks for the insight I'll update you - Tom -- Sony Luvy "Steven L Umbach" wrote: Are you able to turn the Windows Firewall back on?? If not what happens or what exact error message do you get. Malware and spyware commonly disable the Windows Firewall or other software firewalls which is why I consider it an absolute MUST that those that have DSL/cable internet connections use an internet router or firewall appliance as their first line of defense. An internet router costs less then taking the family to McDonalds these days and can be purchased at Best Buy, Amazon, etc with names like Netgear, Linksys, and D-Link. As you work on your malware problem be sure to also boot into Safe Mode and scan for both viruses and spyware in Safe mode. Also be sure that you are using the latest definitions for any program you scan with. If you currently are not using a spyware detection and removal program I recommend trying the free for personal use AdAware SE. Make sure you read the link below on Protect Your PC which will explain basics of security your computer and has further links on how to deal with viruses and spyware. Also I STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT use an account that is also an administrator account for routine activities and especially for browsing the internet, opening email, or using chat programs. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC http://www.lavasoft.nu/software/adaware/ --- AdAware SE http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315222/ --- using Safe Mode "sony654" wrote in message ... Some malware or virus has shut off my firewall; start.., all programs..., accessories..., system tools..., security center. The firewall is "checked" off, not on which is recommended (and how I have it set). But somthing turned it off. I almost have the viruses and malware under control. Can some one please advise how I can get the necessary sections of my XP program updated. If I have to do something with my original CD's, please be specific on which one to use, and how to properly load. Thanks... Please help - Tom -- Sony Luvy |
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