Internet explorer keeps opening new windows itself

If it is set in group or local policy you can't override the setting in Internet options. Depending on how much you've been working on it, it might be time to throw in the towel. I usually draw the line at one billable hour and I've yet to gain any real traction. Even in house I tend to err on the same time formula. It usually saves time, especially if the install isn't so fresh since you'll get a performance boost.

However, you're going treating a symptom not actually curing the issue, and you may create other problems. I'd suggest running ComboFix in safe mode if you haven't already, it's generally my next step after MWB since it's much more aggressive, but make sure you review any changes since the possibility for false positives is much higher ComboFix will create a restore point, so if you do end up causing some issues you can always fall back.

But ultimately: If you're not sure what you're doing, or you don't feel like you're getting anywhere Only thing I may add is have you ran a system restore to before the issue started? Most IE preferences are locally cached and will get wiped during a restore. Also, run CCleaner. Nuking it is the safest route to make sure every part of that infection is gone as it may be a nasty little rootkit so probably not worth the time.

Thanks all for your help this is a Win7 computer. I'm thinking I might have to go with the system restore. I've already tried Malwarebytes, Combofix, and Hitman Pro. I haven't tried Rkill yet.

The combination of programs did get rid of a few things, but after a restart of the computer the system does not come out clean.

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Edit Preview. H1 H2. Post Reply. Broken Link. Go Back to the Post Continue Anyways. A free and consistently updated program that works wonders in this process is Microsoft Security Essentials, but one of the many purchasable products works too, if you'd rather not use any Microsoft products. Run a full malware scan, such as with Malwarebytes or Spybot Search and Destroy or one of the many malware-scanning products available.

Save your work in all programs you've opened which should only be your anti-virus and anti-malware programs , remove the pieces of malware and viruses that may exist.

Ensure that these steps have properly fixed the computer. Some things may only be fixed, after you contact an IT specialist at your business or a local computer-fixing company for a home-user. Re-enable the wireless card, if everything has been found to be working great.

But if it starts acting up again, just disable and leave it disabled, until you've seen someone in reference to the problem. In my default browser, there is a site automatically turning on every few seconds.

How can I fix it? That is most likely a virus or malware. Either you can force quit and then enter Internet Explorer, or you could download a safe virus checker and cleaner from a reliable source to help solve it. Yes No. Not Helpful 3 Helpful 0. Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. Submit a Tip All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published.

This means that either:. It's possible. I had a client of mine who had a Windows "driver" which he downloaded from somewhere on the net for his hardware. It was a trojan that installed loads of poop onto his computer.

So, to me if this is a virus then you need to take a really hard look at the software that you're using. Where are you getting the virus from? If it's survived multiple formats then YOU are putting it back on your computer. Even if you fix it there's a good chance it will come right back. Reformatting would have cleaned up the viruses Does your keyboard have a little button for launching a web browser?

Someone else suggested that it could be a keyboard problem. We're a friendly, industry-focused community of developers, IT pros, digital marketers, and technology enthusiasts meeting, learning, and sharing knowledge. You're trying to visit a URL that doesn't currently exist on the web. Most likely, a member posted a link a long time ago to a web page that has since been removed. It's also possible that there was a typo when posting the URL.

We redirect you to this notice instead of stripping out the link to preserve the integrity of the post. Answered by PhilliePhan in a post from 12 Years Ago. Frankly, running combofix at this stage and improperly at that is not called for. However, in this … Jump to Post. I'd like to know that as well - I didn't see anything. This is just not good advice, simply saying: Try using ComboFix if you haven't already.

When you posted that, I kinda figured you were just here to spam your … Jump to Post. Be sure to … Jump to Post. Thanks a million - so much appreciated Happy to try to help! I'll keep my fingers crossed. PP : Jump to Post. Try using ComboFix if you haven't already. Also, try installing Firefox and seeing if the problem continues. Cheers : PP. Show me. Not a lot of malware survives multiple re-formats. No worries there - Don't try to delete those. Gotta run - I imagine one of the other regular posters will weigh in soon.

Best Luck : PP. Gawd that is wrong in multiple ways - plus not applicable here after multiple formats Google this: An infected restore point is better than none at all. Cheers :. I am not going to continue this dick measuring contest with you Thanks again, k ComboFix Wrong again - I'm sensing a theme.