PUP.Speed Test
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| Popularity Rank: | 8,200 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 59,875 |
| First Seen: | November 8, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | October 4, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.Speed Test 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 appropriate steps to remove it to prevent further problems.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.Speed Test?
PUP.Speed Test is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to deceive users into installing it on their systems. It may claim to offer benefits such as improved system performance or internet speed, but in reality, it can cause a range of issues, including slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted advertisements, and potentially compromising your personal data. PUPs like PUP.Speed Test often exploit vulnerabilities in software or use social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them.
How PUP.Speed Test Operates
Once installed, PUP.Speed Test may operate in the background, consuming system resources and potentially interfering with other programs. It may also collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, to display targeted advertisements or sell to third-party companies. In some cases, PUPs can also download and install additional malware or unwanted software, further compromising the security of your system.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Speed Test, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your internet connection is slower than usual or that your system is crashing frequently. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to run regular virus scans and monitor your system for suspicious activity.
How to Remove PUP.Speed Test
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Speed Test from loading and to allow you to run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter.
- Run a full scan with the anti-malware tool to detect and remove all instances of PUP.Speed Test and any associated malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to PUP.Speed Test. Be cautious when uninstalling programs, as some may be legitimate or required by your system.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.Speed Test.
- Reboot your system and run another scan with the anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Speed Test has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Speed Test from your system is crucial to preventing further problems and protecting your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and restore your system to a safe and secure state. Remember to always be cautious when installing software and to regularly run virus scans to detect and remove any malware or PUPs that may be present on your system.
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. | ScriptHost64.dll.vir | e24e92c8eb6d08e814b01fd0867bed7a | 4,946 |
| 2. | ScriptHost.dll | 0540540e6f9359a143310390d53cdfe5 | 3,241 |
| 3. | A0102798.dll | 6fd32a1ada90321b912b744d2f6cdec9 | 1,986 |
| 4. | A0095802.dll | 7b0638c7fbe5ff0e4083937825e095a9 | 1,713 |
| 5. | BackgroundHost.exe | 4668e8f30d50395ee77cc6120b0f1741 | 1,356 |
| 6. | BackgroundHost64.exe | 0c310834c3490361957cf4975647e814 | 494 |
| 7. | ScriptHost64.dll | 596ebf26ba29d9151e2e81b42e717966 | 406 |
| 8. | PropertySync.exe | de533fa8a4b176b4d0a5e5548c1dc9f2 | 292 |
| 9. | AddonsFramework.Typelib64.dll | 35e640df3a283ef921698ccc969da367 | 67 |
| 10. | ButtonSite64.dll | c6aed39d57186468532dbf54141ffd80 | 61 |
| 11. | ButtonSite.dll | b36e0d74bdc1e34a3821654f23cfb653 | 59 |
| 12. | AddonsFramework.Typelib.dll | 543ad68577089f8f267c203c9bd3caf6 | 58 |
| 13. | app_27274 | 9db013f5cd180052d26b1efdd63599f8 | 2 |
Registry Details
Directories
PUP.Speed Test may create the following directory or directories:
| %ProgramFiles%\Speed Test 127 |
| %ProgramFiles%\Speed Test Analysis |
| %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Speed Test 127 |
| %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Speed Test Analysis |
| %TEMP%\speedtest127 |
| %appdata%\speedtest127 |
URLs
PUP.Speed Test may call the following URLs:
| Speed Test (4354) |
