Repeated notifications Web Shield has blocked a harmful webpage

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FIRST >>>>

Fix with Farbar Recovery Scan Tool

This fix was created for this user for use on that particular machine.
Running it on another one may cause damage and render the system unstable.

Download attached fixlist.txt file and save it to the Desktop:

Both files, FRST and fixlist.txt have to be in the same location or the fix will not work!

• Right-click on icon and select Run as Administrator to start the tool.
  (XP users click run after receipt of Windows Security Warning - Open File).
• Press the Fix button just once and wait.
• If for some reason the tool needs a restart, please make sure you let the system restart normally. After that let the tool complete its run.
• When finished FRST will generate a log on the Desktop, called Fixlog.txt.

Please attach it to your reply.


SECOND >>>>

Your Java is out of date. Older versions have vulnerabilities that malware can use to infect your system. Please follow these steps to remove older versions of Java components and upgrade the application.  Please uninstall all Java on your machine (some of the malware found was in old Java locations) and then install the latest version.

Upgrading Java :
Please download JavaRa to your desktop and unzip it to its own folder

• Run JavaRa.exe, then click on Remove Java Runtime.
  
• Select the Java version you have from the drop down list, and then click on Run Uninstaller
  
• Press Yes if it asks to uninstall the product.
  
• Allow the uninstaller to remove the installed version.
• When its finished, go back to JavaRa, and click Back
  
• Click on Update Java Runtime and then select Download and install latest version.
  
• Press Next
  
• Press Java Manual Download.
  
• A browser window will open with the Java download page.
• Click the Windows offline link to download Java.
  
• Run the installer.
• Close JavaRa
  

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I have been sitting here, connected to the internet, enjoying the peace and quiet for the last 15 minutes.
This is the first time I have turned my speakers on in a week!
There hasn't been a single alert from Avast or Malwarebytes.

This is WONDERFUL!

YOU are wonderful!

I have attached the Fixlog

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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Well that is good news!!!   


If everything else if fine for you (Avast is running / scanning with no warnings, etc.) then I will remove our tools and get you on your way ...

If you did not do so at the end of the ESET scan, please uninstall ESET Online Scanner (via the Control Panel > Programs and Features).

Clean up of Malware Removal Tools
Now that we are through using these tools, let's clean them off your system so that should you ever need to have malware removed again (we hope not) fresh, updated copies will be downloaded.

• Download Delfix from here to your desktop and double click it to start the program
  
• Ensure Remove disinfection tools is ticked
  Also tick:
  
• Activate UAC
• Create registry backup
• Purge system restore
• Reset system settings

• Click Run
  
• The program will run for a few moments and then notepad will open with a log. Note: Please save this log first before rebooting your system (if asked to); DelFix does not save the log as it is trying to remove all traces of our work on your system.  Please attach the log in your next reply.
  

You can delete any log files left on your desktop as these are no longer needed.

==Some Tools to consider to help keep your system safe ==

Consider a program that will check for out-of-date programs on your system
Some programs don't have update checks built in or make you run the application to start the check for updates process. An easier way to stay on top of the current versions of your installed programs is to use a version checking program like Heimdal Free from Heimdal Security (you can get the software from here and read more about it on the same page).

Unchecky is a small service that runs in the background to help keep those "extra toolbars" and tag along search engines from automatically installing.  By automatically directing you to a custom install with all the options unchecked, only what you manually choose and confirm gets installed.

CryptoPrevent is a free program that prevents CryptoLocker / ransomware from infecting your PC by locking down the OS so the malware can not get a grip on your system.  You can read the details about this program here.

Also, consider keeping MalwareBytes Antimalware in your arsenal of safe keeping programs. Use the free version (not the paid or trial version) and you won't have a problem with your antivirus scanner program. Keep it updated and run a scan with it once a week.

Lastly, if you use Firefox as your main web browser, consider adding the NoScript and AdBlockPlus add-ons to the browser to block scripting hijacks and remove unwanted ads from the pages you view.

You may also find some information and tips at this thread:
 How did I get infected in the first place?
and
COMPUTER SECURITY - a short quide to staying safer online

I'll leave this topic open for a few days so that if you have any questions you can come back here. Surf safe, my friend!!

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Avast is running, and there are still no warnings - it's been several hours now.

I did click on the uninstall button at the end of the ESET scan, but I checked Programs and Features via the Control Panel to be sure, and ESET was not listed.

Thank you for suggesting tools to hopefully prevent this from happening again. 
I notice that the link for the Heimdal Free takes me to Bleeping Computer - do you get some kind of referral for it?
I'm curious why I wouldn't want to download it directly from Heimdal's website?
If you get something if I go through Bleeping Computer instead - I'm cool with that.

I have attached the Delfix log

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No, we don't get a referral from BleepingComputer but we know that the links there will not be misleading or contain addons in the downloaded install files.  It is always best to get the file directly from the vendor but some people will download from anywhere; BleepingComputer.com is safe and secure; I can't say that about all download sites.