Computer infected with Win32/Zquest.E, win32/Vundo.PQ and Win32/Darksma.HQ?

how do i get rid of them? i ran a virus scan, and nothing showed up.

these threats are not viruses, that's why antivirus scan can't pick them up. Win32/Zquest.E, win32/Vundo.PQ and Win32/Darksma.HQ are malwares. i bet you don't wanna hear all the technical stuff, but here's a brief: virus is a type of computer infection that is the most dangerous for computer, viruses can be removed with anti virus. some anti virus programs also detect and remove worms and trojans. but spyware/adware/trojans/etc are different from viruses as they don't target computer, they target information stored on machine and money. antiviruses don't deal with these as they are different from viruses. that's why both anti virus and anti spyware programs are needed to keep a computer safe.

ok, the lecture is over:) you need an antispyware. if you don't have one, there are plenty of free ones on web. you can get free anti spyware here: http://www.2-spyware.com/compare2.php

i'm glad i could help! good luck! Report It

Download (Free) SuperAntiSpyware (SAS) http://www.superantispyware.com/
SAS is an exceptionally easy to use application that will remove the majority of difficult Trojans and Worms, not just the easy ones. In addition it has the ability to remove Vundo and Smitfraud infections. SAS can lock your home page to prevent browser hi-jacking attempts.

Assuming you have some real awkward infections that persist even after trying the above I suggest you download a dedicated Smitfraud removal program from:
http://siri.geekstogo.com/SmitfraudFix.p...
If possible run in Safe Mode.

wdw

Go to Pc hell.com it has a lot of info. on virus removal.