[Updated] Malware Removal Guide

Changes:

- Created a new table of contents

- Renamed a section: Windows Won't Start

- Added a new page: Programs Won't Open in Windows 

- Updated file sizes for rescue cds

- Updated links

- Updated PDF version

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-removal-guide

[Update] Programs Won't Open in Windows

Changes:

- Added a different version of CleanAutoRun (.bat extension)
- Added a screenshot of CleanAutoRun
- Changed the title

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/fix-programs

Switched to SugarSync

I switched from Dropbox to SugarSync. All the files on the site are now stored on SugarSync.

[New Guide] Can’t Open Programs in Windows

If you can't open any programs on your computer, follow this guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/fix-programs

[Updated] How to Remove Ransomware

Changes:

- Added a new method: HitmanPro Kickstart
- Removed rescue CDs

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/remove-ransomware/

[Updated] Scan Files for Malicious Software

Changes:

- Updated links and file size limits
- Removed 1 online scanner

Page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/online-file-scan/

[Updated] Stop Malware Processes and Fix EXE Files

Changes:

- Changed the order of the steps (based on the latest malware threats)
- Added Rkill screenshot
- Added a couple of important notes

Page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/stop-malicious-processes/

Hopefully, I won't have to change the instructions.

[Updated] Useful Resource Page

Changes:

- Added 8 new resources
- Removed many outdated resources (some were no longer available)
- Removed a section: Best Security Software

Page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/useful-security-resources/

Donations

I am now accepting donations. If you wish to make a donation, please visit this page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/donate/

Acknowledgements

Many individuals and websites have contributed valuable insight, advice, and suggestions to Select Real Security.

I would like to thank them in this acknowledgement page:  http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/acknowledgements/

Brian

Updated: Stop Malware Processes and Fix EXE Files

Changes:

- Revised the introduction
- Removed FixExe.reg
- Added an important note
- Changed the title

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/stop-malicious-processes/

New Guide: Data and File Backup Guide

Contents:

- Data Storage Options
- Option 1 - USB Flash Drive
- Option 2 - External Hard Drive
- Option 3 - Online Backup Service

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/backup-guide/

[Updated] Free Malware Analysis Services

Changes:

- Added 2 new services: Miliser Hertsec and XecScan
- Removed M. J. Thompson Sandbox
- Updated file size limits

Page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-analysis/

[Updated] Malware Removal Guide

Changes:

- Revised TDSSKiller instructions
- Revised Google Redirect instructions (Fix Post-Disinfection Problems)
- Replaced Microsoft Fixit with Windows Repair (Fix Windows Update and Firewall)
- Updated page: Signs of Malicious Software
- Added a few new links
- Updated the PDF version (with improved image quality)

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-removal-guide/

[Updated] Malware Removal Guide for Windows

Changes:

- Revised the introduction
- Added an important note (Step 2)
- Added Malwarebytes offline database installer
- Replaced SAS with Dr.Web CureIt
- Updated file sizes (AV boot CDs)
- Changed a few links

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-removal-guide/

[Updated] Useful Computer Security Resources

Changes:

- Added 4 new links
- Removed outdated links

Page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/useful-security-resources/

[Updated] Free Malware Analysis Services

Changes:

- Added two new services: Joe Sandbox and JoeDD
- Updated a few links

Page: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-analysis/

[New Guide] How to Fix Windows Startup Problems

Contents:

• Step 1 – Start Windows Recovery Environment 
• Step 2 – Use Startup Repair to Fix System Files
• Step 3 – Fix Windows Master Boot Record
• Get Expert Analysis

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/fix-windows-startup/

[Updated] Public Block Lists of Malicious IPs and URLs

Changes:

• Added hpHosts database
• Removed outdated lists

Blocklists: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/public-block-lists/

[Updated] Stop Malicious Processes and Fix EXE Files

Changes: 

• Replaced RKill with RogueKiller 

Guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/stop-malicious-processes/