Update Headache

Started by OpalPearl April 29th, 2009 5:20 AM
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Seen 4 Weeks Ago
Posted June 23rd, 2009
8 posts
14.6 Years
Well. I have a problem with my computer.

Basically, my computer, which is running Windows XP SP3 is unable to update anything from Google Chrome to Real Player to AVG OR Norton Internet Security. It also seems to be blocking all Microsoft links downloads (by showing a "This Page could not be found") and all Microsoft Software from installing (When trying to update Windows Live Messenger, it says there is a connection issue even though everything is connected, when trying a fresh install, it says the same thing, all Windows Live software are being blocked.)

I have concluded it is unlikely to be Conficker as this "block" only affects Microsoft download links and Anti-Virus softwares, (not the sites). Also, I have not heard of Conficker blocking browsers from updating, and it has been going on way before April 1st.

So, basically, if I am unable to update my Anti-Virus...how do I find out what is wrong?

Help?

Petie

Age 34
Male
Colorado
Seen June 25th, 2022
Posted July 14th, 2020
152 posts
14.5 Years
I've seen this happen before. Download Malwarebytes and run a full system scan. The software is actually free, even though it's labeled as a trial. The only difference between the paid version and the free one is the ability to do real-time protection and scan on a schedule.

If you cannot download or install this either, boot your computer into Safe Mode with Networking (usually F8 while the computer is booting followed by selecting it from a list) and download it from there. This should solve your problem.

wakachamo

Seen February 15th, 2020
Posted August 10th, 2019
2,709 posts
17.9 Years
Seeing as you cannot access Malwarebytes try other antivurs antimalware sites. If you cannot I fear you have gotten Confiker.
I think you need to a) learn to spell "Conficker" and b) stop thinking everything is caused by Conficker.

twocows

The not-so-black cat of ill omen

Age 32
Male
Michigan
Seen February 19th, 2023
Posted April 30th, 2021
4,307 posts
14.2 Years
Try downloading MalwareBytes here (download.com); it's not hosted on-site, so you should be able to access it.
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