Something blocking advert redirects

[detn8r]

OK, I've had this issue for a while now and still haven't been able to figure it out. For some reason, any time I click a link which has a redirect for advertising such as http://a.websponsors.com/ or aclick or whatever, it just gives a page cannot be loaded screen.

I thought it might have been my ISP, but I've tried two so far and they both do it. The issue is on FF, IE and Opera... and I also have Norton AV auto-protect disabled (although back in the day .. or back when I can remember.. I never had this issue with Norton .. plus I haven't updated it in a while).. I can't think of any other programs that are currently running that would block this...

[patndoris]

Hey there detn8r! My normal answer would be to scan for viruses and spyware - but I think it's safe to say I can skip that step huh? You might try HJT log tho - might be some left over from something you've cleared out along the way hiding out in there that just needs to be wiped out.

[gandrew]

First step is AdAware scan - free version at lavasoft.com
If it doesn't help, yes, HiJackThis can help
Useful instructions are here: merijn.org/htlogtutorial.php

or post HJT log here, I try to find virus object.