Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Files on flash drive changed to shortcuts fix

If you did not format your flash drive, then check whether the files are in hidden mode. Then follow these steps:
  • Click on the link below and download the file "AutorunExterminator":
  • Extract it: Double-click on "AutorunExterminator"
  • Plug your pendrive now
    • This will remove the autorun.inf files from your pendrive and also from the drives
  • Click on Start > Run, type cmd and click OK
  • Here it is assumed your pendrive letter is G (change as necessary)
  • Enter this command.
    • attrib -h -r -s /s /d g:\*.*      
  • Press Enter
  • Now check for your files in on the pen drive
  • Now download the Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware from this link:http://en.kioskea.net/download/download-105-malwarebytes-anti-malware
  • Update it and perform a "Full Scan"
    • Note : The default selected option is "Quick Scan"

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