PUP.Speed Browser
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| Popularity Rank: | 8,206 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 302,671 |
| First Seen: | August 21, 2014 |
| Last Seen: | September 25, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.Speed Browser on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be compromising your computer's performance and security. PUPs are software applications that, while not necessarily malicious, can still cause a range of problems for users, from annoying advertisements and slow system performance to potential security vulnerabilities. Understanding what PUP.Speed Browser is, how it operates, and how to remove it is crucial for maintaining the health and security of your computer.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.Speed Browser?
PUP.Speed Browser refers to a potentially unwanted program that is designed to affect your web browsing experience. PUPs like PUP.Speed Browser are often bundled with other software and installed without the user's full knowledge or consent. They can modify browser settings, display unwanted advertisements, and collect user data for various purposes, including targeted advertising. The primary goal of such programs is usually to generate revenue for their developers through advertising, data collection, or by selling user information to third parties.
How PUP.Speed Browser Operates
PUP.Speed Browser operates by integrating itself into your web browser, where it can monitor and influence your browsing activities. It may change your browser's homepage, default search engine, or insert additional toolbars that you didn't request. This PUP can also be responsible for displaying pop-up ads, banners, and other forms of unwanted advertising. In some cases, it might collect data about your browsing habits, including the websites you visit, the search terms you use, and potentially even personal information. This data collection can be used for targeted advertising or sold to other companies, raising significant privacy concerns.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a PUP.Speed Browser infection can vary but often include an increase in unwanted advertisements, unexpected changes to your browser settings, and a general slowdown in system performance. You might notice that your browser is redirecting you to unwanted websites, or that your search results are being hijacked. Additionally, the presence of unfamiliar toolbars or extensions in your browser that you don't remember installing can also be a sign of a PUP infection. If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, it's essential to take action to remove the PUP and protect your system.
How to Remove PUP.Speed Browser
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Speed Browser from loading and to give you a cleaner environment to work in.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. These tools are designed to detect and remove PUPs and other forms of malware, including PUP.Speed Browser.
- Manually uninstall any suspicious programs that you've installed recently. Go through the list of installed programs on your computer and remove anything that you don't recognize or no longer need.
- Reset your web browsers (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This will remove any changes made by PUP.Speed Browser, including unwanted extensions and modified settings.
- After completing the above steps, reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Speed Browser has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Speed Browser from your system is a crucial step in protecting your privacy and maintaining your computer's performance. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively eliminate this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections by being more cautious with the software you install and the links you click. Regularly scanning your system with reputable anti-malware tools and keeping your operating system and software up to date are also key practices in preventing PUP infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive maintenance are your best defenses against potentially unwanted programs like PUP.Speed Browser.
Aliases
6 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| AVG | Downloader.DCL |
| McAfee | Artemis!241A50559F72 |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Artemis |
| Avast | Win32:Adware-gen [Adw] |
| Symantec | WS.Reputation.1 |
| Sophos | Speed Browser |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.Speed Browser
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. | setup.exe.vir | 65661037f85065f0386ca10b79cb215e | 7,539 |
| 2. | chrome.exe | ffbd250fc17f3c40d95c38a6148a005a | 2,280 |
| 3. | browser.exe.vir | e251b41498ea68706da8d41616b3e2eb | 1,545 |
| 4. | browser (1).exe | f481d6e385c38b6b6e63391f82ae426b | 1,301 |
| 5. | LaunchBrowser_ed.exe | 250eb2d2cdbfb917c093c33b338c530c | 478 |
| 6. | shortcut.exe | 344866a783f6296dcb29da57b98c6f7e | 473 |
| 7. | chrmstp.exe.vir | fa9bb994f3ca59bd7766a2771d08c81d | 245 |
| 8. | browser.exe | a367ed7eacfb1d2fa9ad871d5d1a73f7 | 243 |
| 9. | LaunchBrowser.exe | 4e19ddc8deae5f3ae4ab09a3aea75f7a | 242 |
| 10. | chrmstp.exe | 7a075bd46d01a1724e0edc8adbc6bb2e | 160 |
| 11. | bprompt.exe | 46968348d5ed2f4f29d08e5f146ee780 | 1 |
Registry Details
Directories
PUP.Speed Browser may create the following directory or directories:
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\speed browser |
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\speed browser |
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Start Menu\Programs\speed browser |
| %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\speed browser |
| %LOCALAPPDATA%\speed browser |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\speed browser |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\speed browser |
| %UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\speed browser |
