PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019
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| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 274 |
| First Seen: | January 10, 2019 |
| Last Seen: | November 25, 2024 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019 on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be causing issues with your computer's performance and security. It's essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it to prevent further problems.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019?
PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019 is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to appear as a legitimate system optimization tool. However, its primary purpose is to generate revenue for its creators through various means, such as displaying advertisements, collecting user data, or promoting other PUPs. This program may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent, often through bundled software downloads or deceptive advertising.
How PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019 Operates
PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019 operates by scanning your system for supposed errors or issues, then offering to fix them for a fee. In reality, the program may not actually fix any problems, and its scans may be designed to produce false positives to convince you to purchase its premium services. Additionally, the program may collect your browsing data, search history, and other sensitive information, which can be used for targeted advertising or other malicious purposes.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019, you may notice various symptoms, including slowed system performance, increased pop-up advertisements, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser. You may also experience frequent system crashes, freezes, or error messages. In some cases, the program may hijack your browser's homepage or search engine, redirecting you to suspicious websites or displaying unwanted content.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance or freezes
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser
- Frequent system crashes or error messages
- Browser hijacking or redirection to suspicious websites
How to Remove PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the program from loading
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all related files and components
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any hijacked settings or extensions
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that all remnants of the program have been removed
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019 from your system is crucial to preventing further damage and protecting your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and restore your system to its normal functioning state. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on advertisements, and keep your anti-malware tools up to date to prevent similar infections in the future.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.Auto PC Cleaner 2019
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 3.0.2.22_apccsetup.exe | d2d231bb34e81d4d16e024e32d0d11a7 | 20 |
| 2. | setup.exe | 4aa3d0761732615a78cb530db777e804 | 4 |
| 3. | apccsetup (1.0.0.1) 3.exe | 9219b9028b574a60b41a6f2918e9c2c3 | 4 |
| 4. | apccsetup (1.0.0.0).exe | a0afeaa928d079783b3396ad6c9af782 | 0 |
| 5. | apccsetup (1.0.0.1) 2.exe | 4093b2f27757ddd0030739cf6b50d6f1 | 0 |
| 6. | apccsetup (3.0.2.21).exe | 6b997dbf1fc3d216646efa1c201f8424 | 0 |
| 7. | apccsetup (3.0.2.23).exe | e60a699ba3073de6a83bef75088d7a6a | 0 |
| 8. | apccsetup (3.0.2.23) 2.exe | 4a9c71bb13d6bf87a925fa40ec57ea72 | 0 |
| 9. | apccsetup (3.0.2.22).exe | e1ccc416b3ab1c650c4faaca7914d61f | 0 |
| 10. | apccsetup (3.0.2.22) 2.exe | 0b7e3a4939a692720db692641f421244 | 0 |
| 11. | apccsetup (3.0.2.22) 3.exe | 95622b7cd1140971f54ed275216dc86a | 0 |
| 12. | apccsetup (3.0.2.23) 3.exe | d0b1a6c252f47e39fdb8a1e6d0550797 | 0 |
| 13. | apccsetup (3.0.2.23) 4.exe | 717504c0c6349243e40a3aca1a3ed19c | 0 |
