I run the yahoo anti-spyware last week and it gave "Spyware.Matewatcher" which was removed.  It was intalled at Workssetup.  Does this particular spyware have the ability to access files i have in my computer?  I had file sharing for microsoft network checked at that time.  I unchecked it only after i discovered the spyware.  I am now using a portable memory for saving my sensitive files but i am still afraid that someone might have accessed and copied my financial files.  Does yahoo have a website or databank of spywares with more details about this particular spyware?  I assume yahoo does, because i caught it using yahoo's anti-spy.  If yahoo doesn't, any suggestions or ideas please.
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It is a commercial keylogger. This has been a hot topic on the Yahoo Anti-Spy Board since many people have been discovering this on there comps ever since Anti-Spy updated last week.\n\nPersonally, from the sheer numbers of the people complaining about Matewatcher on that board which I have never seen before ( I am a regular), I tend to think it is a "false positive".\n\nPeople on that board have indicated that their other anti-spy programs do not detect it.\n\nPeople on that board also indicate that YAS has great diffuculty in removing matewatcher.\n\nIf you are concerned, I would contact CA (formally Computer Associates). They are the people that actually make the anti-spy module for Yahoo. Inquire if they have been having reports of YAS detecting Matewatcher as a false-positive.\n\nThat is interesting that you had file-sharing turned on. Perhaps that is the key to this detection, which I do believe is false.\n\nSince there has been no reports that other anti-spy solutions have detected this, I wouldn't worry that much.\n\nThere is special keylogger detecting software availible free on the web. I use a program called K-L Detector by DewaSoft. I use it but since it has never detected any keyloggers on my comp, I really can't vouch for it's effectiveness. E-mail is ok via my Answers profile if you have any questions.\n\nJust my opinion.\n\nGood luck.
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Some spyware programs don't remove all traces of spyware. You should try more than one.  I use SpyBot and AdAware together among other programs and I've never had a problem.  Try setting your browser's homepage to something else before running the scans, and make sure you update the anti-spyware programs' definitions.  Good luck.\n\n**EDIT**  I've never had to edit my registry, either.  Of course, I don't visit spyware ridden porn sites on a regular basis, either.
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I would recommend using TrendMicro's (formerly SpySubtract) Anti-Spyware.  You can download a trial version here:\n\nhttp://www.trendmicro.com/download/trial/trial-as.asp\n\nI used to use Spybot, Yahoo Anti-Virus, Ad-Aware,... you name it, I tried it.  Anyway, TrendMicro's product worked for me!!
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As much as I like answers, Yahoo tools generally come with spyware and spyware removal tools will disable sections of them. I use a 3rd party client to avoid yahoo chat spyware, and I would never use the Yahoo toolbar.
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This page from Symantec states the worm is easily removed and gives steps. The site also says it only attacks Windows systems and can be blocked by upgrading to Yahoo Mail Beta(which seems a little funny to me). It also specifically attacks yahoo mail addresses and yahoo groups from your contacts list. Anyway I hope this helps someone. Here's the URL\n\nhttp://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/js.yamanner@m.html
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E-Surveiller is not spyware or virus.  It was installed on the computer to monitor its useage.  \n\nFrom their site: e-Surveiller is the world's most powerful software for monitoring and recording every detail of PC and Internet activity - in your home or in your office. In use in homes, offices, schools, libraries and even banks...\n\nDon't know your situation, if you are using at home or work, or if you installed the program yourself or not, but you probably won't be able to remove it unless you are administrator of the system or have administrative access.\n\nIf you do, here are the instructions for removal: http://www.e-surveiller.com/help/en/uninstalling_e_surveiller.htm
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not really, without un-deleting or  file recovery...\nhttp://www.snapfiles.com/get/pcinspector.html\n\ntry looking in folders:\nC:&#92;Documents and Settings&#92;USER(s)&#92;Local Settings\nor exploring:\nC:&#92;Documents and Settings&#92;USER(s)&#92;Local Settings&#92;Temporary Internet Files...\n\nits advised to delete cookies, cache, and history\nto prevent spyware...
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If you run a P2P program you will get hit by spyware & that's what i think has happen to you.\n\ntry the link below for a full free scan removal.
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it's probably sending information to yahoo. SPYWARE!!!!!! get it off of your pc. use spybot search and destroy<get it at download.com>
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CCleaner doesn't check for spyware.  This is from their own advertising information: "CCleaner is a freeware system optimization and privacy tool. It removes unused files from your system - allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space. It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. But the best part is that it's fast (normally taking less than a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware! :)"\n\nThe best way to learn about CCleaner is to go back to their website and read through their "quick tour".  It explains what each of the four modules does and how to run each of them.\n\nhttp://www.ccleaner.com/\n\nThen I'd suggest clicking on each of the sub-sections, especially Features, Screenshots and Help & Support.  \n\nHome - Features - Download - Screenshots - Reviews - Help & Support - Forum\n\nIn fact, the Help & Support section has a great FAQ.  I've been using CCleaner for over a year with zero problems.  When I use the Cleaner (which is the one with the Windows tab and Applications tab), I put a check in everything EXCEPT "Autocomplete Form History" because this would erase my stored passwords to various sites I visit. But this is my choice. I don't  bother cleaning the Applcations. Again, that's just my choice.  When I use Issues to clean my registry, I check everything and run it. Yes, I make a backup of the registry and save it on my desktop, but I've NEVER had to use it.  Hope some of this helps.\n\nplrr
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Yahoo messenger has nothing with virus protection or pop-up blockers. Here are some freebies.\n\n All here have totally free versions that can scan AND remove.\n\nAnti-virus downloads (complete programs free for life)\nAVG\nAnti-Vir\nAvast!\nBitDefender 8\n\nAnti-virus on-line scanners\nBitDefender\n\nAnti-Ad/Spyware downloads (complete programs free for life)\nAdaware Se\nSpybot Search and Destroy\nMicrosoft Anti-Spy Beta\nYahoo Toolbar w/ant-spy\n\nAnti-trojan Specialists downloads (complete programs free for life)\na-squared\nEwido\n\nAnti-trojan Specialists on-line scanners\nEwido\n\nFree Firewalls\nZone-Alarm\nKerio\nOutpost\n\nAd/Spyware Prevention (stops pests BEFORE the infect your computer)\nSpywareBlaster\nSpywareGuard\nIE-Spyad\nWinpatrol\n\nSome of these are "not-full-featured" versions of the developers paid programs. But they will all give more then adaquite protection for the averege home user. Sometimes you have to hunt for them a bit on the makers web-site. But they are there. I have tryed all of the above at one time or another. All work well. All are free.\n\nAlways check out any spyware programs againest the "Rogue" list at Spywarewarrior before you use it. Sadly a huge industry has sprung up, selling programs of dubious quality for big bucks. Most of the sponsered (Paid) links you see on Goggle or Yahoo search are of this type. Avoid them. A link to Spwarewarrior:\nhttp://www.spywarewarrior.com/rogue_anti-spyware.htm#products  \n \nI would use Norton until your subscription runs out, then you can "roll your own" security suite using free products.\n\nJust remember that Norton must be totally uninstalled before using another anti-virus product or else\nthere will be a conflict. Use the tool on the Norton website to uninstall it.
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I dont know about their new version, but the last version I ran was great! Best freeware program for spyware removal that has come along.\nYou might also want to install along side of it Adaware SE. The two combined (as long as you keep them up to date) are easy to use and do the best job that freeware can.\nI would advise to install it immediately.
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It can remove spyware, but it's not your best choice.  Do the following:\n\n1)  Download the latest versions of AdAware, SpyBot Search and Destroy, and Spy Sweeper (all free; Spy Sweeper is a trial version but useful enough when trying to remove for a one-time basis)\n\n2)  Run the scans on each.  Get rid of everything that comes up.\n\n3)  If you STILL have spyware, get a program called hijackthis.  Use this program to remove anything that looks unfamiliar, but BE CAREFUL!  Misusing this program can cause severe damage to your OS.\n\n4)  If you still have spyware even after all this, go to a forum and describe your symptoms.  Someone will be able to tell you exactly what to do.
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you probably have a spyware program you deleted, but did not unistall, that is looking for a missing file, clean it out with spybot
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You should use both the mentioned before, Adaware and Spybot: S&D. Then manually change it back to yahoo.\n\nFor protection in the future use: Firefox, Spyware Blaster, Windows Defender, ZoneAlarm Personal Firewall.
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It's not spyware or the like. It is a virus. Sounds like you'll have to completely restore your puter and reinstall your files from your backup. Just getting rid of the virus won't restore your files. If your anti-virus gave you the name of the virus, type it in the search bar and get info. on it.\nGood Luck
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Well, if it's located in a system folder "c:&#92;windows&#92;", "c:&#92;windows&#92;system", "c:&#92;windows&#92;system32", etc., it may very well be spyware.\n\nA lot of spyware run as services, so they don't show up in the task manager. That way you can't end them. And when there is a certain file they use, they check to see if it's there. If not, it writes the file itself.