PUP.Keygen.CA
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| Popularity Rank: | 14,929 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 327 |
| First Seen: | September 19, 2011 |
| Last Seen: | August 16, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.Keygen.CA 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 immediate action to remove it to prevent any further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.Keygen.CA?
PUP.Keygen.CA is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources, and they can cause a range of problems, including slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted ads, and potentially compromising your personal data.
How PUP.Keygen.CA Operates
PUPs like PUP.Keygen.CA typically operate by installing themselves on your system and then running in the background, often without your knowledge or consent. They may collect data about your browsing habits, search history, and other online activities, which can be used to display targeted ads or sold to third-party companies. In some cases, PUPs may also install additional malware or unwanted software on your system, which can further compromise your security.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Keygen.CA, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted ads or pop-ups, and unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop. You may also experience issues with your browser, such as unwanted toolbars or extensions, or find that your search engine has been changed without your consent. In some cases, you may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing frequently, or that you are experiencing issues with your internet connection.
- Unwanted ads or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop
- Issues with your browser, such as unwanted toolbars or extensions
- Changes to your search engine or homepage
- System crashes or freezes
- Issues with your internet connection
How to Remove PUP.Keygen.CA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from running and to allow you to access the internet to download removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan of your system to detect and remove the PUP and any associated malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that you do not recognize or that you did not intentionally install.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any unwanted extensions or toolbars.
- Reboot your system and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP and any associated malware have been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Keygen.CA from your system is essential to prevent any further damage and to protect your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the PUP and any associated malware, and restore your system to its normal functioning state. It is also important to take steps to prevent future infections, such as being cautious when downloading software, avoiding untrusted sources, and keeping your operating system and software up to date with the latest security patches.
Aliases
15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| Panda | Adware/GamezTar |
| AVG | Injector.GS |
| Fortinet | Adware/DoubleD |
| Ikarus | not-a-virus:AdWare.Win32.GamezTar |
| Microsoft | VirTool:Win32/CeeInject.gen!CU |
| Antiy-AVL | Trojan/Win32.Agent.gen |
| eTrust-Vet | Win32/SillyDl.RTQ |
| Sophos | Troj/CInjM-Gen |
| AntiVir | ADSPY/GamezTar.b |
| Comodo | TrojWare.Win32.TrojanDownloader.Agent.cxyfg |
| BitDefender | Gen:Adware.GamezTar.1 |
| Kaspersky | not-a-virus:AdWare.Win32.GamezTar.b |
| ClamAV | Adware.Toolbar.GamezTar-2 |
| Avast | Win32:Inject-WV |
| Symantec | WS.Reputation.1 |
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.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | pornaztar_installer.exe | 451c8cf3093696259da648d5aa7f49b6 | 1 |
