javascript errors after updates from Jul30/ Aug 01

My setup is a Thinkpad Model A30, WINDOZE 2000 Pro always up to date. IE 6
Sp1

Ever since I applied the critical updates from July 30/Aug 01 I have the
following problems:

* javascript does not work on any web page, even my own simple tests
* Add/Remove programs does not work- just an empty panel pops up with no
list or window controls.
* "START....SEARCH... For Files or Folders" does nothing.
* Windows update does nothing
* Event Viewer does not show details


HOWEVER, all above works in SAFE MODE.

I have uninstalled the critical updates and hot fixes from Aug 01

I have run multiple UPDATED brands of antivirus, anti-trojan, anti-spyware
both online and on-disk.

I have uninstalled all above. I have uninstalled and reinstalled IE 6 SP1

I have reinstalled Scripting for Win 2000

I have registered services of various "stuff" as found on Micrsoft
knowledge(?)base and other web forums.

I have banged my head against the wall.

Have you?...

Check your system for "hijackware":

Help with Hijackware
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/Darnit.htm

CoolWebSearch Chronicles
http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/cwschronicles.html

Run these tools in the following order with nothing else running in
background:

1. CWShredder (fix all found)

2. Ad-Aware (fix all found)

3. Spybot (RTFM but generally fix everything in red)

Important: You *must* seek updates for Ad-Aware, Spybot, etc., before each
and every use, even "right out of the box". But even they can't catch
everything, 24/7. When all else fails, HijackThis
(http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/files/HijackThis.exe) is the preferred
tool to use. It will help you to both identify and remove any
hijackware/spyware. **Post your files to http://forums.spywareinfo.com/ or
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30 for expert analysis, not here.**

[Alternate download pages for many of the above tools may be found at
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm.]

Also:

1. Download and run Stinger (http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/); then...

2. Update your virus definitions, enable Show Hidden Files
(http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...02092715262339)
and then run a full system scan in Safe Mode
(http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...01052409420406)
with nothing else running in background. Note the files identified and
removed then find the corresponding page for the file at your AV maker's
online support pages (e.g.,
http://securityresponse.symantec.com...favorites.html)
and follow all Removal steps.

WinXP Only (WinME similar): If this scan finds anything, create a new
Restore Point then Disk Cleanup > More options > Delete all but the most
recent Restore Point.

3. Check in at Windows Update.

So How Did I Get Infected Anyway?
http://boards.cexx.org/viewtopic.php?t=957
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-Windows (IE/OE), AH-VSOP

Are You Ready for WinXP SP2?
http://support.microsoft.com/default...r=windowsxpsp2

What You Should Know About Spyware
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx

AumHa Forums
http://forum.aumha.org

WalkGoodPhil wrote:
> My setup is a Thinkpad Model A30, WINDOZE 2000 Pro always up to date.
> IE 6 Sp1
>
> Ever since I applied the critical updates from July 30/Aug 01 I have the
> following problems:
>
> * javascript does not work on any web page, even my own simple tests
> * Add/Remove programs does not work- just an empty panel pops up with no
> list or window controls.
> * "START....SEARCH... For Files or Folders" does nothing.
> * Windows update does nothing
> * Event Viewer does not show details
>
>
> HOWEVER, all above works in SAFE MODE.
>
> I have uninstalled the critical updates and hot fixes from Aug 01
>
> I have run multiple UPDATED brands of antivirus, anti-trojan, anti-spyware
> both online and on-disk.
>
> I have uninstalled all above. I have uninstalled and reinstalled IE 6 SP1
>
> I have reinstalled Scripting for Win 2000
>
> I have registered services of various "stuff" as found on Micrsoft
> knowledge(?)base and other web forums.
>
> I have banged my head against the wall.

Make certain you seek updates for Ad-aware and Spybot before you run them
each & every time. IIRC new versions of both have been released lately,
too.
--
~PA Bear

WalkGoodPhil wrote:
> I haven't done any checking with HJTlogs (yet), as no viruses or trojans
> show up on my system. I did run Adaware, Spybot and CWShredder. The
> problem happenned instantly after applying updates from Windows Update.
>
> I guess going thru a HJT test would not hurt.
>
>
> "PA Bear" wrote:
>
> > Have you?...
> >
> > Check your system for "hijackware":
> >
> > Help with Hijackware
> > http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm
> > http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
> > http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
> > http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/Darnit.htm
> >
> > CoolWebSearch Chronicles
> > http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/cwschronicles.html
> >
> > Run these tools in the following order with nothing else running in
> > background:
> >
> > 1. CWShredder (fix all found)
> >
> > 2. Ad-Aware (fix all found)
> >
> > 3. Spybot (RTFM but generally fix everything in red)
> >
> > Important: You *must* seek updates for Ad-Aware, Spybot, etc., before
> > each and every use, even "right out of the box". But even they can't
> > catch everything, 24/7. When all else fails, HijackThis
> > (http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/files/HijackThis.exe) is the
> > preferred tool to use. It will help you to both identify and remove any
> > hijackware/spyware. **Post your files to
> > http://forums.spywareinfo.com/ or
> > http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30 for expert analysis, not
> > here.**
> >
> > [Alternate download pages for many of the above tools may be found at
> > http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm.]
> >
> > Also:
> >
> > 1. Download and run Stinger (http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/); then...
> >
> > 2. Update your virus definitions, enable Show Hidden Files
> > (http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...02092715262339)
> > and then run a full system scan in Safe Mode
> > (http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...01052409420406)
> > with nothing else running in background. Note the files identified and
> > removed then find the corresponding page for the file at your AV maker's
> > online support pages (e.g.,
> > http://securityresponse.symantec.com...favorites.html)
> > and follow all Removal steps.
> >
> > WinXP Only (WinME similar): If this scan finds anything, create a new
> > Restore Point then Disk Cleanup > More options > Delete all but the most
> > recent Restore Point.
> >
> > 3. Check in at Windows Update.
> >
> > So How Did I Get Infected Anyway?
> > http://boards.cexx.org/viewtopic.php?t=957
> > --
> > ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
> > MS MVP-Windows (IE/OE), AH-VSOP
> >
> > Are You Ready for WinXP SP2?
> > http://support.microsoft.com/default...r=windowsxpsp2
> >
> > What You Should Know About Spyware
> > http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx
> >
> > AumHa Forums
> > http://forum.aumha.org
> >
> > WalkGoodPhil wrote:
> > > My setup is a Thinkpad Model A30, WINDOZE 2000 Pro always up to date.
> > > IE 6 Sp1
> > >
> > > Ever since I applied the critical updates from July 30/Aug 01 I have
> > > the following problems:
> > >
> > > * javascript does not work on any web page, even my own simple tests
> > > * Add/Remove programs does not work- just an empty panel pops up
> > > with no list or window controls.
> > > * "START....SEARCH... For Files or Folders" does nothing.
> > > * Windows update does nothing
> > > * Event Viewer does not show details
> > >
> > >
> > > HOWEVER, all above works in SAFE MODE.
> > >
> > > I have uninstalled the critical updates and hot fixes from Aug 01
> > >
> > > I have run multiple UPDATED brands of antivirus, anti-trojan,
> > > anti-spyware both online and on-disk.
> > >
> > > I have uninstalled all above. I have uninstalled and reinstalled IE 6
> > > SP1
> > >
> > > I have reinstalled Scripting for Win 2000
> > >
> > > I have registered services of various "stuff" as found on Micrsoft
> > > knowledge(?)base and other web forums.
> > >
> > > I have banged my head against the wall.

Yes, I check and run daily.

How can I see what is *different* when running in safe mode as opposed to
normal mode?

"PA Bear" wrote:

> Make certain you seek updates for Ad-aware and Spybot before you run them
> each & every time. IIRC new versions of both have been released lately,
> too.
> --
> ~PA Bear
>
> WalkGoodPhil wrote:
> > I haven't done any checking with HJTlogs (yet), as no viruses or trojans
> > show up on my system. I did run Adaware, Spybot and CWShredder. The
> > problem happenned instantly after applying updates from Windows Update.
> >
> > I guess going thru a HJT test would not hurt.
> >
> >
> > "PA Bear" wrote:
> >
> > > Have you?...
> > >
> > > Check your system for "hijackware":
> > >
> > > Help with Hijackware
> > > http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm
> > > http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
> > > http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
> > > http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/Darnit.htm
> > >
> > > CoolWebSearch Chronicles
> > > http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/cwschronicles.html
> > >
> > > Run these tools in the following order with nothing else running in
> > > background:
> > >
> > > 1. CWShredder (fix all found)
> > >
> > > 2. Ad-Aware (fix all found)
> > >
> > > 3. Spybot (RTFM but generally fix everything in red)
> > >
> > > Important: You *must* seek updates for Ad-Aware, Spybot, etc., before
> > > each and every use, even "right out of the box". But even they can't
> > > catch everything, 24/7. When all else fails, HijackThis
> > > (http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/files/HijackThis.exe) is the
> > > preferred tool to use. It will help you to both identify and remove any
> > > hijackware/spyware. **Post your files to
> > > http://forums.spywareinfo.com/ or
> > > http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=30 for expert analysis, not
> > > here.**
> > >
> > > [Alternate download pages for many of the above tools may be found at
> > > http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm.]
> > >
> > > Also:
> > >
> > > 1. Download and run Stinger (http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/); then...
> > >
> > > 2. Update your virus definitions, enable Show Hidden Files
> > > (http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...02092715262339)
> > > and then run a full system scan in Safe Mode
> > > (http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...01052409420406)
> > > with nothing else running in background. Note the files identified and
> > > removed then find the corresponding page for the file at your AV maker's
> > > online support pages (e.g.,
> > > http://securityresponse.symantec.com...favorites.html)
> > > and follow all Removal steps.
> > >
> > > WinXP Only (WinME similar): If this scan finds anything, create a new
> > > Restore Point then Disk Cleanup > More options > Delete all but the most
> > > recent Restore Point.
> > >
> > > 3. Check in at Windows Update.
> > >
> > > So How Did I Get Infected Anyway?
> > > http://boards.cexx.org/viewtopic.php?t=957
> > > --
> > > ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
> > > MS MVP-Windows (IE/OE), AH-VSOP
> > >
> > > Are You Ready for WinXP SP2?
> > > http://support.microsoft.com/default...r=windowsxpsp2
> > >
> > > What You Should Know About Spyware
> > > http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx
> > >
> > > AumHa Forums
> > > http://forum.aumha.org
> > >
> > > WalkGoodPhil wrote:
> > > > My setup is a Thinkpad Model A30, WINDOZE 2000 Pro always up to date.
> > > > IE 6 Sp1
> > > >
> > > > Ever since I applied the critical updates from July 30/Aug 01 I have
> > > > the following problems:
> > > >
> > > > * javascript does not work on any web page, even my own simple tests
> > > > * Add/Remove programs does not work- just an empty panel pops up
> > > > with no list or window controls.
> > > > * "START....SEARCH... For Files or Folders" does nothing.
> > > > * Windows update does nothing
> > > > * Event Viewer does not show details
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > HOWEVER, all above works in SAFE MODE.
> > > >
> > > > I have uninstalled the critical updates and hot fixes from Aug 01
> > > >
> > > > I have run multiple UPDATED brands of antivirus, anti-trojan,
> > > > anti-spyware both online and on-disk.
> > > >
> > > > I have uninstalled all above. I have uninstalled and reinstalled IE 6
> > > > SP1
> > > >
> > > > I have reinstalled Scripting for Win 2000
> > > >
> > > > I have registered services of various "stuff" as found on Micrsoft
> > > > knowledge(?)base and other web forums.
> > > >
> > > > I have banged my head against the wall.
>
>

I now found out what "cures" the problem. If I schedule a scandisk (Local
Disk...Properties...Tools...Error
Checking) to run on reboot, then after the scan runs the problem is gone.

BUT..... if I reboot again andno scandisk runs then the problem returns!

SOMETHING is messed up here.




"WalkGoodPhil" wrote:

> The problem returned...... <sigh>
>
> "WalkGoodPhil" wrote:
>
> > Sometimes it's the simple things that solve a big problem.
> >
> >
> > REGSVR32 APPWIZ.CPL
> >
> > from this link http://www.jsiinc.com/SUBF/TIP2700/rh2764.htm
> >

Please repost and include all of previous messages in your reply. Without
them we have no idea what you're talking about, Phil.
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-Windows (IE/OE), AH-VSOP

Are You Ready for WinXP SP2?
http://support.microsoft.com/default...r=windowsxpsp2

What You Should Know About Spyware
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...ssoftware.mspx

AumHa Forums
http://forum.aumha.org

WalkGoodPhil wrote:
> I now found out what "cures" the problem. If I schedule a scandisk (Local
> Disk...Properties...Tools...Error
> Checking) to run on reboot, then after the scan runs the problem is gone.
>
> BUT..... if I reboot again andno scandisk runs then the problem
> returns!
>
> SOMETHING is messed up here.
>
>
>
>
> "WalkGoodPhil" wrote:
>
> > The problem returned...... <sigh>
> >
> > "WalkGoodPhil" wrote:
> >
> > > Sometimes it's the simple things that solve a big problem.
> > >
> > >
> > > REGSVR32 APPWIZ.CPL
> > >
> > > from this link http://www.jsiinc.com/SUBF/TIP2700/rh2764.htm