PUP.PC Win Booster
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| Popularity Rank: | 7,489 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 7,885 |
| First Seen: | December 10, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | September 29, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.PC Win Booster on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be compromising your computer's performance and security. This type of software is often installed without the user's full knowledge or consent, and can lead to a range of problems, from annoying pop-ups and slowed system performance to more serious issues like data theft and system crashes.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.PC Win Booster?
PUP.PC Win Booster is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to appear as a legitimate system optimization tool. However, its true purpose is often to generate revenue for its creators through various means, such as displaying advertisements, collecting user data, or installing additional unwanted software. PUPs like PUP.PC Win Booster can be bundled with other software, downloaded from the internet, or installed through exploit kits.
How PUP.PC Win Booster Operates
Once installed, PUP.PC Win Booster may begin to scan your system for supposed errors or issues, and then offer to fix them for a fee. However, these scans are often fake, and the software may actually be creating problems rather than solving them. PUP.PC Win Booster may also install additional components, such as toolbars, browser extensions, or other software, that can further compromise your system's security and performance. Additionally, it may collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, and transmit it to its creators or third-party advertisers.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.PC Win Booster, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slowed system performance, increased pop-up ads, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your system. You may also notice that your browser's homepage or search engine has been changed, or that you are being redirected to unwanted websites. In some cases, PUP.PC Win Booster may also cause system crashes, freezes, or other stability issues.
How to Remove PUP.PC Win Booster
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.PC Win Booster from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect and remove all components of PUP.PC Win Booster.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to PUP.PC Win Booster, using the Add/Remove Programs feature in the Control Panel.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or settings changes made by PUP.PC Win Booster.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of PUP.PC Win Booster have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.PC Win Booster from your system is an important step in protecting your computer's security and performance. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and any other related malware. It's also important to take steps to prevent future infections, such as being cautious when downloading software, avoiding suspicious websites, and keeping your operating system and security software up to date. By taking these precautions, you can help to keep your system safe and secure, and prevent the installation of unwanted programs like PUP.PC Win Booster.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.PC Win Booster
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. | PCWinBoosterFree.exe | 0f93e34caf5605aeec5b73678cc095af | 25 |
| 2. | PC_Win_Booster.exe | f897fb4231b283f0d09a8796679d294f | 15 |
| 3. | PCWinBooster.exe-1.exe | d30ead3bd593e7eda547f6470c7473b0 | 2 |
| 4. | PC Win Booster.exe | ed4dca70d3536238e734c63440caca94 | 0 |
| 5. | PCWinBooster.exe | a357a7f48a63c82721549643b500e91f | 0 |
Registry Details
Directories
PUP.PC Win Booster may create the following directory or directories:
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Soft4Boost\PC Win Booster Free |
| %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Soft4Boost\PC Win Booster Free |
| %APPDATA%\Soft4Boost\PCWinBoosterFree |
| %COMMONPROGRAMFILES%\soft4boost |
| %COMMONPROGRAMFILES(x86)%\soft4boost |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Common Files\Soft4Boost |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Soft4Boost |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Common Files\Soft4Boost |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\Soft4Boost |
| %allusersprofile%\microsoft\windows\start menu\programs\soft4boost |
