PUP.YourFile Downloader
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| Popularity Rank: | 10,245 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 57,635 |
| First Seen: | July 26, 2012 |
| Last Seen: | October 17, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.YourFile Downloader 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 and prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.YourFile Downloader?
PUP.YourFile Downloader is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to download and install additional software on your computer without your explicit consent. This can include toolbars, adware, and other types of malware that can compromise your system's security and slow down its performance. PUPs like PUP.YourFile Downloader often infiltrate systems through bundled software downloads, infected websites, or exploited vulnerabilities.
How PUP.YourFile Downloader Operates
Once installed, PUP.YourFile Downloader can operate in the background, downloading and installing additional software without your knowledge or consent. This can lead to a range of problems, including slowed system performance, increased risk of malware infections, and potential data breaches. PUPs can also modify system settings, hijack browser home pages, and display unwanted advertisements, making it difficult to use your computer effectively.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.YourFile Downloader may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slowed performance, increased pop-up advertisements, and unexpected software installations. You may also notice that your browser home page has been changed, or that new toolbars or extensions have been installed without your consent. In some cases, you may experience system crashes, freezes, or error messages, indicating a more severe infection.
- Unwanted software installations
- Increased pop-up advertisements
- Slowed system performance
- Modified browser settings
- System crashes or freezes
How to Remove PUP.YourFile Downloader
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of PUP.YourFile Downloader and related malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP, taking care to follow the uninstallation instructions carefully to avoid causing further damage.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any modifications made by the PUP.
- Reboot your computer and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that all instances of the PUP have been removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.YourFile Downloader from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above and taking proactive measures to protect your system, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software, and to use reputable anti-malware tools to protect your system from malware and other online threats.
Aliases
10 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.
| Antivirus Vendor | Detection |
|---|---|
| McAfee | Artemis!6CCE67E936DF |
| Symantec | WS.Reputation.1 |
| Fortinet | Riskware/YourFileDownloader |
| Ikarus | PUA.Expressdownloader |
| GData | Win32.Application.ExpressDownloader.C |
| McAfee | Artemis!6AB31AD944DE |
| Antiy-AVL | Trojan/Win32.TSGeneric |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Artemis |
| Avast | Win32:Downloader-UEO [PUP] |
| McAfee | Artemis!3D8FA2C1BD75 |
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.YourFile Downloader
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. | YourFileDownloaderUpdater.exe.vir | 9edc4d08d0d6ad50e2f9a403df538158 | 4,498 |
| 2. | uninstall4003313.exe | b46781e7b7f3b3ed4564a7c5c3a3756b | 4,152 |
| 3. | SpottyFilesUpdater.exe | 02767bcb31712c4014ab8d0b216c34dc | 3,056 |
| 4. | uninstall638234.exe | 0f131210712f7005c3abe7a9fabf47ba | 1,525 |
| 5. | uninstall433751934.exe | a44d1fdb7871570c4f2e5fa07bbd02b0 | 1,205 |
| 6. | YourFileDownloaderUpdater.exe | 6d804e433bb1910eeb02f74864ff6ac4 | 869 |
| 7. | uninstall637046.exe | b46174219a5d5bbfd2b5fbe5aa689812 | 165 |
| 8. | Downloader.exe | 821585698f1dc86d8302b8337830ac9f | 154 |
| 9. | YourFileUpdater.exe | 647c1784a18e04deac19c131838549a3 | 152 |
| 10. | uninstall231474.exe | f29d3948973a1146282be6343dc6ded1 | 140 |
| 11. | YourFile.exe | 599b01ef880f1bd45ee2a40f8beb77b9 | 128 |
| 12. | uninstall14978982.exe | 07033f8fe8011f9bb259bde99072e29f | 107 |
| 13. | free_windows_8_professional_product_key_downloader_99003.exe | c733c862f294fa855c563ba4180c277a | 80 |
| 14. | uninstall537891.exe | c4962c2c10972ef2ef1034943105b4cf | 38 |
| 15. | uninstall433751778.exe | 98b232b32c025202f5e4434423a2e02f | 30 |
| 16. | msdn.exe | b99d9516e083ecf2b21fdbe17a9cda86 | 23 |
| 17. | 1BD._2009-06-21_-_Casting_downloader_386.exe | db1332b815f1e61841476e3e17ce7f50 | 19 |
| 18. | uninstall433751887.exe | 9e1689b081f690f9d03593ea76cabe66 | 16 |
| 19. | franlov-rom-samsung-i900-omnia-dxia2-manila-rev2_downloader_165.exe | 55b42d57ca2c2c58cca3ca02c2f16462 | 14 |
| 20. | uninstall4003297.exe | ddc91a9de3b609b3fd6722eb377c87a8 | 11 |
| 21. | Photo_Restoration_and_Retouching_Using_Corel_PaintShop_Photo_Pro,_Second_Edition_downloader_99132.exe | ad14335c09e2ffe32e5b575493855c87 | 7 |
| 22. | Atheros-FORCED-5x64-WiFi_10.0.0.222-drp.exe | e0c0ea3ab12405966f22c9d067c6c54c | 4 |
| 23. | microsoft_project_2010_bible_pdf_free_download_downloader_99133.exe | e1757da603d4af1ee276f0b5b0e59758 | 4 |
| 24. | uninstall.exe | 3a14e823ae2d8ff6e48da9abb17d7a93 | 2 |
Registry Details
Directories
PUP.YourFile Downloader may create the following directory or directories:
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\YourFileDownloader |
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Start Menu\YourFileDownloader |
| %APPDATA%\YourFileDownloader |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\YourFileDownloader |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\YourFileDownloader Updater |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\YourFileDownloaderUpdater |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\YourFileDownloader |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\YourFileDownloader Updater |
| %PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\YourFileDownloaderUpdater |
