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Driver Tuneup, Potentially Superfluous Software

Some legitimate programs like Driver Tuneup can be classified as superfluous, they are not necessarily necessary for the functioning of the system and sometimes even unwanted.

More specifically, the Driver Tuneup program falls into the category of software that can optimize your system. It can be installed via downloading repackaged freeware. It displays alerts on the quality of the system and offers the purchase of a paid version to resolve problems. Some security solutions classify this software as Potentially Unwanted Optional Software (PUP/LPI), or Trojan Horses (Trojans).


This program is classified as Potentially Unnecessary Software (LPS). It installs as a program and/or as a browser extension. It can start automatically from the Registry via a "Run" key, a service or a scheduled task. It may launch when you start your browser after changing its settings. Sometimes the launch is done silently, that is to say it works in the background. The virus analysis of this software does not show any malware detection.


These are mostly legitimate programs that may not be necessary for your system to function properly. The multiplication of programs launched at system startup can cause delays in the execution of ordinary system tasks but also when browsing the Internet. Note that some programs come from downloads with repackaging, a technique which consists of offering other software during installation. These additional programs are obviously superfluous, they can even be installed without your knowledge. It is recommended to read the EULA before installing packaged software. Before clicking, check the relevance of the pre-checked boxes offered to you.


Potentially Unwanted Software (PUP/LPI) can launch services, start scheduled tasks, and create shortcuts on your Desktop. All these operations are done with or without your consent according to the terms of its user contract. Once installed, an LPI can modify certain parameters of your browsers such as search pages, the start page or even your error page. It can collect your browsing habits and communicate them to a server using the tracking method. While browsing, it may display advertisements (coupons) and advertising banners (popups). The goal of this program is often to make money by generating web traffic to sponsored sites.


Potentially unwanted software (LPI) or Potentialy Unwanted Programs (PUP) are the cause of many infections. The most common example is adware. InstallCore, Crossrider, Graftor ou Boxore which pollute the Registry and your data storage units. They are usually installed without your knowledge by downloading freeware. Indeed some sites use the repackaging method, an operation which consists of redoing the software installation module by adding download options. These options allow you to add other software such as browser toolbars, adware, potentially unwanted software, intrusive advertising software, or even browser hijackers.


This software falls into the category of system optimization software. It installs as a program or as a browser extension and usually loads into the registry every time the system starts. It can launch services, start scheduled tasks and create shortcuts on your Desktop. All these operations are done with your consent according to the terms of its user contract.

Spyware (spyware) and adware (adwares) unwanted files, just like malware, can use the writing flaws of legitimate software or those of operating systems. It is therefore essential to have official software and that it has automatic updating. Likewise, your Windows operating system must be programmed in automatic update mode and activated, so that you can have the latest updates for critical security vulnerabilities.

TECHNICAL ELEMENTS

  Features

– Starts a process at system launch (RP),
- Created multiple application shortcuts, Desktop, QuickLaunch, Taskbar, Programs (O4GS),
- It starts a scheduled task automatically (O38),
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It installs as a program (O42)
– Created multiple “Software” registry keys,
- Adds additional folders (O43),
- Registration in the Windows prefetcher folder (O45)
– Adds multiple user files (O61),

Preview in reports

Recorded on 11/02/2018
Numéro de série : 3A81A1BE740E2B3F3819A20C9E61A7A9
O38 – TASK: {9D7016FB-5821-4B79-A618-4491C94DDB7C}[\Driver Tuneup_Logon] – (.driver-tuneup.com – Driver Tuneup.) — C:\Program Files\Driver Tuneup\drivertuneup.exe [2381160]
[MD5.6C7B761F37C560A517F234EE70C40854] – (.driver-tuneup.com – Driver Tuneup.) — C:\Program Files\Driver Tuneup\drivertuneup.exe [2381160] [PID.296]
O4 – GS\CommonDesktop [Public]: Driver Tuneup.lnk. (.driver-tuneup.com – Driver Tuneup.) C:\Program Files\Driver Tuneup\drivertuneup.exe
O42 – Software: Driver Tuneup – (.driver-tuneup.com.) [HKLM] — {9132F466-FD4C-4DF1-85F0-818CC4567B2F}_is1
HKLM\SOFTWARE\driver-tuneup.com
HKLM\SOFTWARE\dtdu-pr
HKCU\SOFTWARE\driver-tuneup.com
O43 – CFD: 09/02/2018 – [] D — C:\Program Files\Driver Tuneup
O43 – CFD: 09/02/2018 – [] D — C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Driver Tuneup
O61 – LFC: 2018/02/09 11:17:41 A . (.driver-tuneup.com.) — C:\Users\VM7x86\Downloads\drivertudusite.exe [6356968]

Alias

VirusTotal drivertuneup.exe :
Ad-Aware Trojan.Generic.22758679 20180209
ALYac Trojan.Generic.22758679 20180209
Arcabit Trojan.Generic.D15B4517 20180209
Avast Win32: Malware-gen 20180209
AVG Win32:Malware-gen 20180209
AVware Trojan.Win32.Generic!BT 20180209
BitDefender Trojan.Generic.22758679 20180209
Cybereason malicious.f37c56 20180205
DrWeb Program.Unwanted.2263 20180209
Emsisoft Trojan.Generic.22758679(B)20180209
F-Secure Trojan.Generic.22758679 20180209
GData Trojan.Generic.22758679 20180209
Malwarebytes PUP.Optional.PCVARK 20180209
MAX malware (ai score=84) 20180209
McAfee GenericRXDC-GW!6C7B761F37C5 20180209
McAfee-GW-Edition GenericRXDC-GW!6C7B761F37C5 20180209
eScan Trojan.Generic.22758679 20180209
Panda Trj/CI.A 20180209
VIPRE Trojan.Win32.Generic!BT 20180209

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Driver Tuneup

MD5 encryption

6C7B761F37C560A517F234EE70C40854

Serial number

3A81A1BE740E2B3F3819A20C9E61A7A9

How to Remove Driver Tuneup?

Delete with Windows

Delete with ZHPCleaner

   Delete with ZHPSuite

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