PUP.Cleaner Pro
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| Popularity Rank: | 17,403 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 5,296 |
| First Seen: | July 27, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | September 17, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.Cleaner Pro 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 is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.Cleaner Pro?
PUP.Cleaner Pro is a type of malware that is designed to appear as a legitimate system cleaner or optimizer, but in reality, it may be performing malicious activities on your computer. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from the internet, and they can cause a range of problems, including slowing down your system, displaying unwanted advertisements, and potentially stealing personal data.
How PUP.Cleaner Pro Operates
PUP.Cleaner Pro operates by installing itself on your system, often without your knowledge or consent. Once installed, it may begin to scan your system for supposed errors or issues, and then offer to fix these problems for a fee. However, in many cases, these scans are fake, and the software is simply trying to convince you to pay for its services. Additionally, PUP.Cleaner Pro may also be collecting data about your browsing habits, search history, and other personal information, which can be used for targeted advertising or other malicious purposes.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Cleaner Pro, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slowed system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and mysterious changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser homepage or search engine has been changed, or that you are being redirected to suspicious websites. In some cases, you may even receive fake alerts or warnings claiming that your system is infected with malware, when in reality, the PUP itself is the source of the problem.
- Unwanted pop-ups and advertisements
- Slowed system performance
- Mysterious changes to system settings
- Browser homepage or search engine changes
- Redirects to suspicious websites
- Fake alerts or warnings
How to Remove PUP.Cleaner Pro
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove all instances of PUP.Cleaner Pro.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that may be related to the PUP, and be cautious when installing new software to avoid bundling with other PUPs.
- Reset your browser settings, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default values to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all remnants of the PUP have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Cleaner Pro from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and caution. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. It is also essential to be vigilant when downloading and installing new software, and to always read the terms and conditions carefully to avoid bundling with other PUPs. By taking these precautions, you can help to protect your system and your personal data from the risks associated with PUP.Cleaner Pro and other types of malware.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.Cleaner Pro
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. | CleanerPro.exe | 715999596918a3148d72f8bde3a892c1 | 2,754 |
| 2. | file.exe | 3ce34d0daa84007ec9e3fed121c7a315 | 0 |
Registry Details
Directories
PUP.Cleaner Pro may create the following directory or directories:
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Cleaner Pro |
| %APPDATA%\Cleaner Pro |
| %LOCALAPPDATA%\CleanerPro |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Cleaner Pro |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Cleaner Pro |
| %USERPROFILE%\Documents\CleanerPro |
| %USERPROFILE%\Local Settings\Application Data\CleanerPro |
